Episode
Mary Marino
- Podcast
- The Story Place
- Published
- Jun 18, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 2498
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Summary
For Mary, the YMCA is a place where people are encouraged to try, grow, and belong. In this episode of The Story Place , Mary reflects on her journey from a hesitant first-time participant to a dedicated member, volunteer, and advocate for the Y's mission. She shares how the encouragement of others helped her discover confidence, why community matters at every stage of life, and the important role the Y plays in addressing social isolation, especially among older adults. Mary also offers a unique perspective on philanthropy and why investing in the YMCA is really about investing in people. From teaching every child to swim to creating opportunities for teens, families, and seniors, she shares the vision that continues to inspire her commitment to the Y. It's a conversation about connection, purpose, and the power of a community that refuses to let people disappear. 🎧 Listen now and follow The Story Place for more YMCA stories. Subscribe and share your YMCA story with us at [email protected] . Your story may be featured in a future episode.