Decatur Shelby County Ymca Inc

Youth development - the ymca is committed to nurturing the potential of every child and teen. The ymca believes all children deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. This is why the organization helps young people cultivate the values, skills, and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health, and educational achievement. The ymca does this by providing before and after school programs, as well as preschool which offers a range of experiences that enrich cognitive, social, physical, and emotional growth. Summer camp, youth sports, and swim lessons are a few of the youth development programs provided.

Social responsibility - the ymca believes in giving back and supporting its neighbors. The organization listens and responds to the community's most critical social needs. The organization has provided free health fairs and screenings to members and nonmembers.