YMCA of Central Kentucky

Healthy living: the Ymca aims to improve our community's health by providing programs and activities that promote overall well-being, no matter where you are on your journey toward better health. From our wide range of fitness, personal training, sports and aquatics programs, to our group social activities, as well as fun family and community events, we offer an array of options focused on strengthening spirit, mind and body.here are some of the 2023 impact highlights of our healthy living programs and services: - 1,120,399 visits were made to the Ymca's five locations. - over 136,000 participants engaged in various group exercise classes. - 4,794 youth actively learned about teamwork through engaging in youth sports. - 3,127 youth gained confidence and learned life-saving skills through participation in swim lessons and water safety programs. - 1,789 individuals participated in 5k races and youth and adult triathlons. - 252 individuals participated in competitive swim teams at two Ymca locations. - 73 individuals participated in livestrong at the Ymca, a small-group cancer survivorship program.

Social responsibility - the Ymca believes our communities are strongest when everyone is included and has the opportunity to reach their full potential. We welcome and connect people of all generations, backgrounds and perspectives, and we're committed to addressing issues that people face to create positive change.here are some of the 2023 impact highlights demonstrating our commitment to social responsibility: - employed 791 part-time and 164 full-time staff members. - distributed 5,100 backpacks filled with school supplies to families in fayette, franklin and jessamine counties. - allocated $566,171 in financial assistance to support children, adults, and families. - approximately 250 kids and adults with special needs actively participated in the toyota bluegrass miracle league.- over 200 weeks of free camp were awarded o those in need for the y's 170th anniversary.- 35 policy volunteers and 139 program volunteers contributed their time and talents by serving on our boards, as youth coaches, mentors, class instructors and at events.

Youth development: our Ymca is committed to nurturing the potential of every child and teen in Central Kentucky. From cradle to career, the y empowers Young people to lead inspired, successful lives. From camp to child care to afterschool activities to sports and more, the y offers holistic programming that enhances, protects and nurtures the unique development journey of every child and teen.here are some of the 2023 impact highlights of our youth development programs and services: - 77,924 nutritious meals and snacks served in child care, camps, and community outreach programs. - 42,623 check-ins to kids corners by household members. - 1,341 youth enjoyed memorable experiences in our summer day camps at 9 sites across fayette and franklin counties. - 833 children served in before and after school programming and at our early learning centers (crayon club and center for children). - 150 teens participated in the black achievers program and $40,774 in scholarships awarded to seniors. - 140 students participated in the Ymca's power scholars academy during the summer months showing an average of three months gain in reading and math.