Keene Family YMCA

Youth development: The Keene Family YMCA is committed to nurturing the potential of every child and teen. We believe that all children deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. We help young people cultivate their values, skills and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health and educational attainment. Our programs such as preschool childcare, after school programs, youth sports and camps offer a range of experiences that enrich cognitive, social, physical and emotional growth. Childcare & pre-school: we serve 175 children every day through our learning centers and after school program age 6 weeks - 5th grade. A significant number of our children are families most in need in our community. Camp: we offer a variety of summer day camps from traditional day camp to specialized sports and interest camps. We emphasize social & wellness engagement opportunities. Education & Leadership: we offer programs steeped in science and the humanities, home school enrichment programs, as well as youth and teen leadership clubs. Swim, Sports & Play: we offer progressive programs in youth sports, swim lessons, climbing classes, gymnastics, competitive gymnastics and swimming. We emphasize fair play and leadership development using the wellness model.

Social Responsibility: At the Keene Family YMCA, we believe in giving back and providing support to our neighbors. We have been listening and responding to our communities' most critical social needs since 1885. The Keene Family YMCA volunteers and donors, leaders and partners across the Monadnock region are empowering the community to be inclusive, confident, connected and secure. Volunteerism & giving: we encourage volunteerism as a foundation of the work we do. The Y empowers our community by inspiring members and citizens to donate and take volunteer leadership roles in annual giving. The Keene Family YMCA makes every attempt to provide membership for all. We do this through the support of neighbors and volunteers, by raising funds for our annual campaign. In this way, we bring people together from all walks of life to help those most in need in the Monadnock region. Advocacy: we understand that advocacy and policy is the key to addressing the socio-economic challenges in our community. We take a leadership role in leading change with our local and statewide partners including the New Hampshire YMCA Alliance. We train our community in advocacy skills and host legislative events. We offer free education, awareness and training opportunities to address the challenges identified by our community. These collaborative events are open to the public and in partnership with local and statewide organizations. In 2023, the Keene family YMCA provided $162,575 in financial assistance to 600 individuals to participate in Youth Development & Healthy Living programming & services to those who otherwise would have faced economic barriers to participation.

Healthy living: the Keene Family YMCA is a leading voice on health and well-being. We bring families closer together; encourage good health and foster connections through fitness, aquatics, sports, fun and shared interests to improve our community's health and well-being. Individuals in our community are receiving the support, guidance and resources they need to achieve a greater health and well-being in spirit, mind and body. This is particularly important as our nation is struggling with an obesity crisis, families that struggle with work/life balance and individuals searching for personal fulfillment. Family time: we offer weekly family events including parent-child classes and family wellness programs. We want all families to be healthy, nurturing and well. Health, well-being, fitness and inclusion: we offer a variety of group exercise classes, water fitness, martial arts, personalized wellness programs, personal training and fencing. Our commitment to inclusivity means we offer specialized programs for people with physical and mental health challenges. Sports & recreation: we offer adult recreational sports including basketball, volleyball, squash, racquetball, climbing and swimming. Group interest: we offer clubs and social activities for people of varying ages and interests. We encourage teen & adult interaction through sports. Our programs are affordable and open to all.