Blog Archives

Welcoming Jim Doremus, Interim Executive Director and CEO

The Takodah YMCA Board of Directors is excited to announce that Jim Doremus will be joining the organization as Interim Executive Director and CEO effective October 4th, 2022. The board has developed a leadership transition plan that builds upon the success of our Y today and maintains excellence in executive leadership going forward. We are […]

100 Years Ago: a Mess Hall is moved to Camp

In the Spring of 1922, an interesting site would have been seen on the road into Camp. It was a sight that, as far as we can tell, only happened once throughout the century in which Takodah has been nestled in the woods of Richmond, New Hampshire. By all accounts, it was truly an amazing […]

Honoring William R. “Bill” Jarvis, CT 17 (1968-2022)

We all have one of those leaders who made a lasting difference in our lives at Takodah. They’re usually larger than life. They could lead like no one else could lead, sing like no one else could sing, smile like no smile you had ever seen before, and give you one of those hugs you […]

Donor Profile: Frank

I recently had a discussion with a Takodian who attended camp in the 1960s and into the 1970s. As a result of his experiences, he is a major supporter of the important work the Takodah Y – and especially Camp Takodah – does for today’s youth.  The purpose of this article is to educate you […]