Armed Services YMCA Expands Child Care with Navy Federal Backing

July 31, 2025
On Base

The Armed Services YMCA is expanding its child care capacity by 70,000 in five high-need defense communities through funding from Navy Federal Credit Union, Military Times reported.

According to a press release, the nonprofit will increase child care services in:

  • Hampton Roads, Virginia
  • Honolulu, Hawaii
  • Fayetteville, North Carolina
  • Killeen, Texas
  • San Diego, California

“Affordable and reliable child care is not just a convenience, it’s a critical component of readiness for military families,” Armed Services YMCA President and CEO William French.

Army photo by Eric Pilgrim

July 31, 2025
On Base

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