Young Men's Christian Association of the Cedar Rapids Metropolitan Area

Healthy living: the y 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, 21,392 people in our community are receiving 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 an obesity crisis, families struggle with work/life balance, and individuals search for personal fulfillment. Our y is committed to meeting the needs of the community by offering nationally recognized programs such as livestrong at the Ymca, Ymca diabetes prevention program, and enhancefitness. Our programs are accessible, affordable, and open to all faiths, backgrounds, abilities, and income levels.

Social responsibility: our y believes in giving back and supporting our neighbors. We have been listening and responding to our community's most critical needs for more than 150 years. the the y provides the community access to our facilities and provide programs that empower our neighbors to effect change, bridge gaps and overcome obstacles. Additionally, in 2023, we engaged 875 volunteers in activities that strengthen our community and pave the way for future generations to thrive.

Youth development: our Ymca 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's why we help Young people cultivate the values, skills, and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health, and educational achievement. Our Ymca programs, such as child care, youth sports, aquatics, and camp wapsie resident camp offer a range of experiences that enrich cognitive, social, physical, and emotional growth. In 2023, we engaged 9,588 youth participants in these programs