Y Stories
Y Stories: Julie Jackson
April 1, 2026
We are excited to welcome longtime YMCA member and dedicated community leader Julie Jackson to our YMCA Board of Directors! Jackson spent a large portion of her career at Republic Services, where she began in outreach and education before serving as the area’s Municipal Manager. Now entering retirement, Jackson is stepping into a new role of service on our YMCA Board. Her involvement in our YMCA, however, spans decades: She has been a member, in some capacity, for well over 20 years.
Y Stories: Matt Chavarria
March 2, 2026
Each month, an estimated 1,500+ people utilize the Mid-Willamette Family YMCA’s seven acres of turf fields. The project would not have been possible without help from community members and local companies, including Matt Chavarria of Chavarria Construction, whose name now marks the YMCA’s north turf field: Chavarria Field.
Y Stories: Lacey Sapaugh
February 2, 2026
As an Albany native, the Mid-Willamette Family YMCA has long been an important presence in Lacey Sapaugh’s life.
Y Stories: Billie Maurer
January 2, 2026
Whether in the pool, on deck, or elsewhere in the facility, Maurer is a mainstay of the Mid-Willamette Family YMCA.
Y Stories: Dennis Miller
November 3, 2025
Many individuals help our YMCA run smoothly: One is Dennis Miller, a longtime supporter and Y member. Miller provides IT and cybersecurity support for our YMCA and is the owner and operator of Talent Cyber Security in Albany.
Y Stories: McCall Washburn
October 1, 2025
If you’ve been to group fitness classes, senior potlucks, middle school dances, or events like Adult Prom at our YMCA, chances are you’ve seen McCall Washburn.
Y Stories: Amy Carter
September 2, 2025
Our long-time Y Preschool teacher is in her 28th year of involvement with the Mid-Willamette Family YMCA.
Y Stories: No Dinx
July 15, 2025
The Albany-based printing and design company’s origins began at the Mid-Willamette Family YMCA.
