Metuchen YMCA

🏆 Congratulations to Tyler Barksdale, recipient of the 2026 Ryan Patterson Memorial Scholarship!

A graduate of Saint Peter’s Prep, Tyler excelled academically while serving as captain of the football team, leading blood drives, mentoring through the Big Brothers Big Sisters Program, and helping seniors in his community. His commitment to leadership, service, and uplifting others embodies the spirit of this scholarship.

This fall, Tyler will attend Rice University to study Economics and pursue a career in Public Policy. We are proud to support his journey and look forward to all he will accomplish.

Join us in congratulating Tyler and learn more about his amazing background here: https://bit.ly/4oqjKMY! 👏

Tomorrow, we'll be celebrating two amazing employees at our statewide YMCA Recognition Luncheon! We are so excited to share that Metuchen and Edison Branch Director of Operations, Christine Tolley, and Childcare Director of Learning Engagement, Lindy Rutter, are being honored for their incredible work in our Y and communities 🎉👏

Christine is receiving the Cause-Driven Leader in Social Responsibility Award for leading the Togetherhood volunteer program, building relationships in our communities, raising money for the Annual Support Campaign and so much more.

Lindy is our YPN (YMCA Professional Network) Innovation Award winner thanks to her creative programming, leadership in childcare and commitment to inclusion!

We're so lucky to have Chrissy and Lindy on our team; their dedication makes our entire Y stronger. Please join us in congratulating them on this exciting achievement!