Young Men's Christian Association of Central New Mexico

Youth development the ymca of Central New Mexico is committed to nurturing the potential of every child and teen. We believe that all kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. That is why we help Young people cultivate the values, skills and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health, and educational achievement. Our programs, such as early childhood programs, the before and after school care, day camp, resident camp, swim teams, youth sports and youth & government offer a range of experiences that enrich cognitive, social, physical and emotional growth from 6 weeks of age to high school age. In 2023, over 3,100 children developed skills and sportsmanship in y sports leagues and sports camps, 830 children were engaged in learning activities at multiple early childhood centers, before and after school care sites, and day camps. In addition, 5,120 seniors stayed strong and healthy through wellness programs and over 450 campers from across the country gained confidence and developed New friendships at camp shaver. We also had 205 students from across the state of New Mexico participate in the youth and government program, where the ymca creates a unique opportunity for students across New Mexico to discuss the issues relevant to them and their communities, and to work together to form solutions.

Social responsibility our ymca believes in giving back and supporting our neighbors. We have been listening and responding to our community's most critical needs for 100 years. At the y we believe that working together to strengthen our community is a key component to making our community a better place to live and raise a family. In 2023, 240 volunteers recorded over 9,100 hours serving on boards and committees, coaching youth sports, mentoring our teens, helping to organize and lead events that support our community, or raising funds to ensure every child, adult and family have an opportunity to participate in ymca programs. The y connects families and provides a safe and nurturing environment for children at our early childhood, our before and after school, our summer day camp, and our resident camp programs. Keeping in line with the ymca cause of strengthening community, the ymca partners with public school districts and other community organizations to ease the burden on government, and successfully operates youth programs throughout the communities we serve. The y is continually seeking activities and programs that strengthen our community and pave the way for future generations to thrive.

Healthy living the ymca is a leading voice on health and well-being. We bring families closer together, encourage good health, and foster connections through fitness, sports, fun and shared interests. As a result, each month over 6,000 people in our community are receiving the support, guidance and resources they need to achieve greater health in spirit, mind and body at the y. Programs such as our blood pressure monitoring program at the ymca are making a lasting impact in the community. Group exercise programs offer seniors an opportunity to engage in wellness activities that help to minimize future fall risk while participating in a larger community. Our programs are accessible, affordable and open to all faiths, backgrounds, abilities and income levels. In 2023, the ymca of Central New Mexico provided 400,065 in financial assistance to people and community members who otherwise may not have been able to afford to participate in ymca programs.