Young Mens Christian Association Of Greater Dayton

Youth development - our ymca is committed to nurturing the potential of every child and teen. We believe that all kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. That is why we help young people cultivate the values, skills and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health and educational achievement. Our ymca programs offer a range of experiences that enrich cognitive, social, physical and emotional growth. Examples of youth development programs include child care, youth sports, day and specialty camp programs and other youth programming. Woven into the fabric of the ymca mission is a commitment to strengthening families. Childcare programs relieve the burden of balancing work and family making it possible for parents to remain gainfully employed.

Social responsibility - our ymca believes in giving back and supporting our neighbors. We have been listening and responding to our community's most critical social needs. Ymca programs, such as mentors matter, move to live, senior showcase, and diabetes prevention are examples of how we deliver training, resources and support that empower our neighbors to effect change, bridge gaps and overcome obstacles. We engage ymca members, participants and volunteers in activities that strengthen our community and pave the way for future generations to thrive. Some examples of social responsibility programs are cpr and first aid training, splash week, christian emphasis activities and food services including healthy vending.