Young Men's Christian Association Raritan Bay Area

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT Our YMCA is committed to nurturing the potential of every child and teen. We believe 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 relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health and educational achievement. Our YMCA programs, such as preschool and school age child care, all day preschool and summer day camp offer a range of experiences that enrich social, emotional, cognitive and physical growth. Expenses include direct financial assistance that makes our services accessible to everyone in our community.

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY The YMCA believes in giving back and supporting our neighbors. We have been listening and responding to the community's most critical social needs for over one hundred years, by developing skills through education and training, addressing emotional well-being, preventing chronic disease helping the homeless and most vulnerable and building a healthier community. Through collaborations with local partners we provide support to those in need such as food distribution, housing placement and much more. We activate resources and engage people from diverse populations for individual and collective action to develop solutions to the key issues facing our community, collaborate with policymakers to strengthen and support the well-being of our community, and encourage investment in our community. Our doors are open to all members of our community and we provide financial assistance to ensure that no one is turned away due to inability to pay. We are dedicated to addressing the needs of our community as a charitable community service organization.

HEALTHY LIVING The Y 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. Our goal is that all people in our community receive 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 and open to all faiths, back-grounds, abilities and income levels. We provide financial assistance to people who otherwise may not have been able to afford to participate. Expenses include direct financial assistance that make our services accessible to everyone in our community. We have special rates for active older adults and youth and a free memberships for those in our homelessness prevention programs.