MetroWest Young Men's Christian Association

Youth developmentour ymca is committed to nurturing the potential of every child and teen. We believe that all kids have great potential and deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. That's why we help Young people cultivate the values, skills and relationshipsthat lead to positive behaviors, better health and educational achievement. Our ymca programs, such as aquatics, enrichment classes, dance, sports, gymnastics, nationally accredited early education, after school and summer day camp, offer a range of experiences that enrich social-emotional, cognitive and physical growth. In 2023, we provided$606,435 in financial assistance to people who otherwise may not have been able to afford to participate.

Social responsibilityour ymca believes in giving back and supporting our neighbors. We havebeen listening and responding to our community's most critical socialneeds for more than 55 years. Since 1998 the y has been operating an adventure-based program for teens that have difficulty making healthy choices and navigating their lives successfully at little or no cost to the participant. The y also invests significant time and resources todevelop community partnerships and programs that help to prevent andmanage chronic diseases like cancer, diabetes, parkinson's andcardiopulmonary disorders for many of the most fragile people living inour community. We provide training, resources and support that empowerour neighbors to effect change, bridge gaps and overcome obstacles. In2023 we engaged over 100 ymca members, participants and volunteers inactivities that strengthen our community and pave the way for futuregenerations to thrive. In 2023, we provided $4,087 in financialassistance to people who otherwise may not have been able to afford toparticipate.

Healthy livingthe ymca is committed to improving america's health and well-being, community by community. We bring families closer together, encourage good health and foster connections through fitness, sports, fun and shared interests. As a result, over 20,000 people in our community arereceiving 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. Our programs are accessible, affordable and open to all faiths, backgrounds, abilities and income levels. In 2023, we provided $221,654 in financial assistance to people who otherwise may not have been able to afford to participate.