Dubuque Community YMCA / YWCA

The Dubuque Y is committed to nurturing the potential of every child. In 2022, we operated 7 licensed childcare sites, serving 200 children in our licensed childcare programs which include 2 licensed childcare sites and 5 before and after school sites. In addition to our before and after school care, our collaboration with the Dubuque Community school district included our participation in the state of Iowa voluntary 4 program, offering free structured educational programming from licensed educators to area four year olds. We reached another 3,000 area children through programs including our summer day and horse camps, swim lessons, youth sports, gymnastics, competitive swim team, basketball and volleyball leagues, as well as the healthy living and wellness programs available to all Y members. As with all of our programming, every youth program is made available to all Community members through our scholarship and financial assistance programs.

The Dubuque Y exists to give back and support our neighbors. We have been responding to our Community's most critical social needs for over 150 years. Our domestic violence program, including our fully staffed crisis service shelter provided over 4,000 nights of safety in 2022, as well as the resources to empower victims of domestic violence to leave threatening circumstances and move forward with security and support. Additionally, the shelter provided these services at no cost to the individuals or families.

The Dubuque Y is committed to improving our Community's health and well-being. We bring families closer together, encourage good health, and foster connections and relationships through fitness, sports, fun, and shared interests. As a result, over 15,000 people in our area communities are receiving the support, guidance, and resources they need to achieve greater health in spirit, mind, and body. This is particularly important as our nation struggles with chronic disease and obesity, families wrestle with work/life balance, and individuals search for personal fulfillment. As with everything we offer, our programs are accessible, affordable, and open to all faiths, backgrounds, abilities, and income levels. Financial assistance, funded primarily through our annual campaign, is offered to all who may not be able to participate.