#6 - Building Community Through Purpose: Palm Harbor YMCA’s Impact on Health and Families.

Описание: In this episode of the Palm Harbor Chamber of Commerce Podcast, hosts Kurt Rhodes of KLeer Title and Matt Mennenga, CEO of the Palm Harbor Chamber of Commerce, sit down on location at the Palm Harbor YMCA for an in-depth conversation about leadership, service, and community impact.

Joining the discussion are Alex Delgado, Executive Director of the Palm Harbor YMCA, and Karie Arthur, Director of Branch Operations. Together, they share the story behind one of Palm Harbor’s most vital community institutions and how the YMCA goes far beyond fitness.

The conversation explores the YMCA’s role as a true community hub—offering state-of-the-art wellness facilities, aquatics programs, youth sports, childcare, senior initiatives, and life-saving swim education for all ages. Alex and Karie also highlight impactful programs such as cancer survivor wellness initiatives, youth leadership development, senior engagement activities, and the YMCA’s strong commitment to accessibility through insurance-based memberships and scholarships.

Listeners will also learn how the Palm Harbor YMCA partners closely with the Chamber of Commerce and local organizations to respond to real community needs—from food drives and volunteer initiatives to emergency support during hurricanes. Signature events like the Kids Swim-Bike-Run Triathlon, the Grape Escape fundraiser, and the Kids Fishing Challenge illustrate how the YMCA brings families, businesses, and volunteers together with a shared sense of purpose.

This episode is a powerful look at how collaboration, service, and genuine care help strengthen Palm Harbor—making the YMCA not just a gym, but a cornerstone of connection, resilience, and community well-being.