Program areas at YMCA of Calhoun County
Youth development - at the y, we work every day to help youth set and achieve personal and educational goals. Children and teens build skills and confidence as they explore new interests and passions through the y's youth sports programs. The y works in partnership with local schools to provide safe, secure after school care for families along with our dedicated efforts to close the academic achievement gap for low-income youth ensure that every child has an opportunity to envision and pursue the best possible funture. In 2023, we provided 103,399 in financial assistance for 1,491 individuals.
Healthy living - at the y, we know that healthy lifestyles are achieved through nurturing mind, body and spirit, well-being and fitness at the y is so much more than just working out. Beyond fitness facilities, we provide educational programs to promote healthier decisions, and offer a variety of programs that support physical, intellectual and spiritual strength. From the youngest members to our active senior citizens, members and guests of all ages, races and economic levels benefit from the facilities, classes and community of the y. In 2023, we provided 33,902 in financial assistance for 3,372 memberships.
Social responsibility - giving back and providing support to neighbors. At the y, we raise 194,333 annually to ensure no one is denied ymca membership or programs due to an inability to pay stated fees. Contributed support also allows the y to operate programs that do not meet their direct operating costs. Program examples inclued: ymca diabetes prevention program, after school programs, swim lessons and programs for active older adults.