What I'm up to now!
My time at the YMCA of silicon valley has been all about leading and executing strategic, brand-aligned social media content that drives measurable growth and engagement across platforms while supporting a mission-driven organization. It highlights scaling audience reach through data-informed content optimization, trend-driven creative experimentation, and executive-level storytelling that amplified leadership voice and community impact. The work centers on turning YMCA programs, member stories, and initiatives into compelling, high-performing content that increased visibility, participation, and connection across Silicon Valley.
REal people, incredible stories.
The YMCA of Silicon Valley is expanding access to hands-on STEM education by integrating Silicon Valley Tech Academy programs into its youth offerings, bringing topics like robotics, climate science, and computer programming directly into after-school and enrichment programs. This integration ensures more young people — regardless of background — can explore future-ready skills in trusted, community-based spaces. Renamed the Dana Carl Ditmore Silicon Valley Tech Academy, the program reflects a shared commitment to innovation, equity, and preparing the next generation to thrive in a technology-driven world.
🌊💙 Every child deserves to feel safe around water. Children with autism are 160x more likely to drown, and drowning accounts for 91% of deaths among autistic youth under 14. Thanks to families like Jason and Lucas — and supporters across our community — the Y is expanding Safety Around Water for neurodiverse youth, offering no-cost, adaptive swim instruction that builds confidence, skills, and life-saving awareness.
💙✨ This Giving Tuesday, give to the Y and help strengthen your community! Your gift empowers kids, supports families, and creates opportunities for everyone to thrive. Thank you for making a difference and standing with us today and every day. 🫶
🌟 Empower Youth. Strengthen Community. 🌟 At the Y, we believe young leaders aren’t just shaping tomorrow—they’re making an impact right now. Discover how youth civic engagement is building stronger, more connected communities across Silicon Valley.
🎉 Join us in celebrating Jill Kispert — our 2025 John D. Crummey Award Winner! 🎉 Each year, we honor an exceptional volunteer whose passion and service strengthen our mission. This year, we are proud to recognize Jill Kispert for her extraordinary leadership, generosity, and unwavering commitment to the YMCA of Silicon Valley. Jill’s Y journey began in childhood with swim lessons and summer camp in North Carolina — and her impact has only grown since reconnecting with us in 2013. Since joining the Association Board in 2017, Jill has served as: ✨ Board Chair (2021–2024) ✨ Finance Committee Chair ✨ Co-Chair, CEO Search Committee
As the year comes to a close, we’re filled with gratitude for our members, families, staff, and supporters who make our community so special. Thank you for being part of the Y and helping us create a place where everyone belongs — today and always. From exciting member events, to getting our branches the support they need, this year has been filled with new beginnings and thrilling new ventures. We wish you and yours a very happy holiday season! Wishing you a season full of warmth, joy, and connection, and a healthy, happy New Year ahead. ✨
We kicked off our Community Campaign with powerful stories, shared goals, and a renewed commitment to living our mission — ensuring that every child, adult, and family in our community has what they need to thrive. https://giving.ymcasv.org/campaign/ymca-of-silicon-valley-2026-community-campaign/c699792