Young Mens Christian Association

Healthy Living and Social Responsibility - The Y is committed to fostering healthy living styles for individuals and families from all backgrounds, age groups, and cultures in our community. Our goal is to strengthen not only the body, but also the spirit and the mind. We create a space for people to connect with other people while also improving their health and wellbeing. As a result, over 12,000 members and participants are receiving support, guidance, and resources to meet these goals. The Y offers group exercise classes, individual personal training, and adult and child team sports. We also offer comprehensive swim programs for individuals from 6 months of age to senior citizens to individuals with special needs. Through our Livestrong program, we helped 32 cancer survivors gain physical strength and endurance in a safe, encouraging space free of cost. We partnered with our county Foster program to provide $152,221 of discounted memberships to those who Foster children in the community and to a local organization that helps individuals with disabilities that are learning to live independently. In alignment with our mission that the Y be For All, we were able to provide 147 families a total of $134,256 in scholarships to lower income individuals and families in the community to ensure that all have access to the Y's services, regardless of their background or ability to pay. As part of an outreach program, we partnered with a local organization to provide 330 free meals to members of the community experiencing homelessness and poverty.