Media Inquiries
If you're a member of the media, the YMCA of Greater Louisville is here to support your reporting and storytelling needs. We have subject matter experts available to speak on topics such as:
- Healthy living and wellness
- Swimming and water safety
- Youth sports and teen development
- Camps and child care
- Family counseling and community programs
- Nutrition and preventive health
We welcome the opportunity to collaborate and share our impact across Greater Louisville and Southern Indiana.
Media Contact
For media inquiries, please contact:
Blair Downs
Director of Marketing & Communications
Phone: 502-587-2113
Email: bdowns@ymcalouisville.org
Recent Articles

YMCA Swim Lessons Helped Patrick Gain Confidence and Stay Safe
Patrick, a young boy who is a paraplegic, has been working with Linda Word, our Aquatics Program Director at YMCA at Norton Commons, to build water safety skills.
Oct 1, 2025

Finding Strength and Support at the Y: Shelby’s Story
For Shelby Durmic, a member of the YMCA at Appliance Park, the Y is more than just a place to work out—it’s been a life-changing part of her journey.
Sep 24, 2025

Five Generations, One YMCA: Meet Nana’s Family
Family isn’t just something we talk about—it’s something we see lived out every day. Few stories bring this to life better than Nana’s family, where five generations come together at the Y.
May 16, 2025