Ymca Of Central Ky

Healthy living: the ymca aims to improve our community's health by providing programs and activities that promote overall well-being, no matter where you are on your journey toward better health. From our wide range of fitness, personal training, sports and aquatics programs, to our group social activities, as well as fun family and community events, we offer an array of options focused on strengthening spirit, mind and body. Here are some of the 2024 impact highlights of our healthy living programs and services: 1,230,546 visits were made to the ymca's five locations. Over 169,107 participants engaged in various group exercise classes. 4,281 youth actively learned about teamwork through engaging in youth sports. 3,725 youth gained confidence and learned life-saving skills through participation in swim lessons and water safety programs. 1,810 individuals participated in 5k races and youth and adult triathlons. 259 individuals participated in competitive swim teams at two ymca locations. 67 individuals participated in livestrong at the ymca, a small-group cancer survivorship program.

Social responsibility: the ymca believes our communities are strongest when everyone is included and has the opportunity to reach their full potential. We welcome and connect people of all generations, backgrounds and perspectives, and we're committed to addressing issues that people face to create positive change. Here are some of the 2024 impact highlights demonstrating our commitment to social responsibility: employed 862 part-time and 167 full-time staff members. Distributed 4,000 backpacks filled with school supplies to families in fayette, franklin and jessamine counties. Allocated $633,108 in financial assistance to support children, adults, and families. Approximately 484 kids and adults with special needs actively participated in the toyota bluegrass miracle league.