The Summit Foundation invests in access for all at the Summit YMCA. Thanks to a generous $40,000 grant from The Summit Foundation, the Summit Area YMCA will modernize the elevator at its historic Maple Street facility. By Summit Area YMCA Published July 6, 2026 at 4:44 PM This spring, the Summit YMCA embarked on a major elevator modernization project, the latest step in the Y's ongoing commitment to serving its members and upgrading its historic Maple Street facility. Following a comprehensive building renovation completed in 2023, the elevator project represents the next chapter in that investment, ensuring safe, reliable, and accessible service for every member who walks through the doors. Thanks to a generous $40,000 grant from The Summit Foundation, the Summit Area YMCA is able to move forward with this essential initiative, reinforcing its long-standing commitment to serving the whole community with dignity and care. The modernization project is particularly significant for seniors, individuals with special needs, and families who depend on elevator access to participate in programs throughout the building. With Phase 1 currently underway and completion expected in January 2027, the Y is committed to ensuring access remains available throughout the process. "As a long-time funding partner, The Summit Foundation's generous support is especially meaningful," said Anjali McCormick, President & CEO of the Summit Area YMCA. "This project is an essential priority for our facility, and their commitment is helping us move forward with upgrades that ensure our elevators remain safe, reliable, and accessible for all." Get local news you can trust in your inbox. For the Summit Area YMCA, this grant is more than a funding award. It is a reflection of what makes Summit special, neighbors investing in neighbors, and a reminder that every member of this community deserves a place where they truly belong. This project has been proudly supported by a grant from The Summit Foundation. Learn more at summitforever.org. About The Summit Foundation Since 1972, The Summit Foundation has enhanced lives in the Summit, NJ area by addressing local needs, fostering philanthropy, and building partnerships. It invests in the community through grants, scholarships, special-purpose funds, and donor-advised distributions to advance opportunities for people to thrive. About the Summit Area YMCA Since 1886, the Summit Area YMCA has strengthened the communities of Berkeley Heights, Gillette, Millburn, New Providence, Short Hills, Springfield, Stirling, and Summit through programs that promote youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Each year, more than 17,000 individuals engage with the Y's mission-driven services, made accessible to all through financial assistance and community support. Interested in marketing your business on TAPinto Summit? Email [email protected]. Editor's Note: This advertorial content is being published by TAPinto.net as a service for its marketing partners. For more information about how to market your business or nonprofit on TAPinto, please visit TAPintoMarketing.net or email [email protected]. The opinions expressed herein, if any, are the writer's alone, and do not reflect the opinions of TAPinto.net or anyone who works for TAPinto.net. TAPinto.net is not responsible for the accuracy of any of the information supplied by the writer.

Fleet Feet stepping up for Love & Legacy 5K. Summit Area YMCA is excited to partner with Fleet Feet Summit for this year's Love & Legacy 5K, bringing together two community organizations that share a passion for health, connection, and helping people stay active. As part of the partnership, Fleet Feet Summit will provide the prizes for the race's overall male and female champions. Each winner will receive a $250 Fleet Feet gift certificate, valid through July 1 - perfect for gearing up with the footwear and performance apparel to power their next run. Fleet Feet will also host the official Love & Legacy 5K packet pickup at their Summit store on Thursday, April 30 from 4:30-6:45 p.m. Participants can pick up their race materials, check out the latest running gear, and connect with fellow runners as excitement builds for race day. Fitting event. Fleet Feet's expert team will help participants find the right footwear and gear for their training, ensuring comfort, support, and confidence as you prepare for race day. Whether you're brand new to running or taking on your first 5K, getting properly fitted is a great first step. This event also connects participants with Fleet Feet's No Boundaries beginner training program, which helps new runners safely build up to the Love & Legacy 5K with a supportive plan and coaching. Stop by, get fitted, and take the first step toward crossing the Love & Legacy 5K finish line. Details: Tuesday March 24 4:00 - 6:00 PM 355 Springfield Ave, Summit NJ Training program. For those looking to get race-ready, Fleet Feet Summit will offer a six-week Love & Legacy 5K training program designed for runners who can already run or run/walk about 1.5 miles. Led by a dedicated run coach, the program blends virtual guidance with select in-person workouts, giving participants the structure, motivation, and community support to build endurance and confidence heading into race day. The program will be offered at $75 per participant. This program pairs perfectly with its Summit Area YMCA Couch to 5K training plan, which helps beginners take their first steps toward completing a 5K. Together, the two training opportunities create a welcoming path for runners of all experience levels - whether someone is starting from scratch or looking to elevate their performance and arrive at the starting line feeling strong. Beyond race day, this partnership reflects a shared commitment to supporting wellness throughout the Summit community. Summit Area YMCA is excited to work alongside Fleet Feet Summit to grow this collaboration through cross-promotion and a stronger presence in each other's spaces, creating even more opportunities for its community to move, train, and connect. More details about training opportunities, packet pickup, and the Love & Legacy 5K will be shared soon. Summit Area YMCA look forward to seeing its community come together as race day approaches. Questions? Elisa bowser. Director of Group Exercise