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Our Mission & Vision
The YMCA inspires all to live healthy lives in spirit, mind, and body. We strengthen the foundations of community by serving youth, teens, families, and seniors through programs that enhance quality of life, build meaningful relationships, and promote positive values.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We believe our strength comes from our differences. With humility and grace, we are committed to fostering an open, inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment for all.
Our Focus Areas
Healthy Living: We encourage well-being and connection through fitness, sports, and shared experiences that bring families and communities together.
Youth Development: We help young people build the values, confidence, and relationships that support lifelong success and healthy choices.
Social Responsibility: Through the generosity of volunteers and donors, we give back and ensure vital programs and services remain accessible to those who need them most.
What We Do
Youth Development
All kids deserve a chance to discover who they are and what they can achieve. Through the Y, millions of youth are cultivating the values, skills and relationships that lead to a lifetime of enrichment.
Healthy Living
The Y has long been a leading voice on health and well-being. From sports and fitness to safety training and family time, we have countless programs supporting our mission of a balanced, healthier lifestyle.
Social Responsibility
We’re dedicated to strengthening our community through programs that provide resources like summer meals for kids, free childcare for parents in court, falls prevention for seniors, and more. Whether you’d like to donate or access our services, we’re here for you.
Our Values
Caring
Showing concern for the well-being of others, being sensitive to their needs, and offering support.
Honesty
Being truthful in words and actions, acting with integrity, and being trustworthy.
Respect
Treating others as you would like to be treated, valuing the worth of every person, and being inclusive.
Responsibility
Being accountable for your actions, fulfilling obligations, and making positive choices.
Our Impact
awarded in Y-Assist Scholarships, impacting hundreds of individuals and families
Meals served through our Food Program
Seniors benefitted from our Fall Prevention Program
Children with diverse abilities learned how to swim
Share Your Y!
Everyone has a Y story worth sharing! Whether you’re a member, volunteer, donor, or staff, we’d love to hear how the Y has made a difference in your life. Submit your story or nominate someone who inspires you — we’ll feature these moments on our website and social media to celebrate our incredible community.
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Y Updates
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Catch up on the latest YMCA stories featured in local news! For more in-depth coverage, visit our YouTube channel, and check out shared videos from these stories under our Posts section.