Author Archives: Erika Nigh

I remember being a kid I always loved summers! Like so many kids, we get so excited summer starts and a little sad when it ends.  It only seemed fit that for my last week of programming at the YMCAs … Continue reading →

This past week was great!  Just a refresher for you all, I work with the YMCA’s of Central Ohio.  There I develop and implement programs for their Kid’s Time.  Their Kid’s Time is a paid member service that kids ages … Continue reading →

I am a big believer in the power of perspective.  The catch to this is not just the power of your perspective, but the understanding in others perspectives.  I will fully admit that this is really hard to do at … Continue reading →

This past week with the Fellowship has been full of great fun! Monday started at the Columbus Nonprofit Foundation, which was awesome. All of the Columbus Nonprofit Fellows met at the foundation for lunch. This was not just any regularly … Continue reading →

Aren’t the point of blogs to be transparent? If so, I definitely believe what I will be writing about will hit the nail on the head. The past week or so at my fellowship was tough. I felt like I … Continue reading →

We have to have a focus on Youth Development. We have to raise up future leaders. One of the ways that I find this to be achieved is through programming. There are two things that I have realized this past … Continue reading →

Our Cause Defines Us. A power phrase for sure, right? At the YMCAs of Central Ohio, it is definitely more than just a phrase. It represents the constant everyday work that goes into strengthening the surrounding community. Regardless of demographic, … Continue reading →

Purpose. It is what every team, organization, and person has. What makes a team, organization, or person a stand out is if they live out their purpose. The Central Ohio YMCA’s have a very clear purpose and constantly keep that … Continue reading →