The YMCA in Eagan has announced that Mark Youngdahl, the owner of Brick Red, a Stillwater construction firm, will serve on its Community Board.  Youngdahl has experience in designing and building quality homes and in mentoring youth.  He and his wife, Barb, live in Stillwater and have three children.

“We are pleased to have Mark Youngdahl join our board,” said Nyam Smith, Eagan YMCA executive director. “His experience in creating quality communities will be valuable as we move ahead.”  

Now at 18 members, the Community Board is comprised of a range of professionals from the broader community who will guide the YMCA as it addresses the current and future health and wellness needs of youth and seniors.  Current board projects include Y Partners fundraising, Y Board Challenge and a Community Garden.   

About the YMCA of the Greater Twin Cities

The YMCA of the Greater Twin Cities is a leading nonprofit dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.  Established in 1856 in St. Paul, 156 years ago, and a decade later in Minneapolis, the Ys provide life-strengthening services across 12 counties of the greater Twin Cities metro region and western Wisconsin communities.  The 27 Y locations and program sites, seven overnight camps, 10 day camps, and more than 90 child care sites engage nearly a quarter million men, women and children of all ages, incomes and backgrounds.  To learn more about the Y’s mission and work, visit our website at www.ymcatwincities.org.