Our Focus

 

With our focus on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, the Y nurtures the potential of every youth and teen, improves the nation’s health and well-being, provides opportunities to give back and support neighbors.

For Youth Development

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, through the Y, millions of youth today are cultivating the values, skills and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health and educational achievement.

For Healthy Living

Improving the nation’s health and well-being. 

In communities across the nation, the Y is a leading voice on health and well-being. With a mission centered on balance, the Y brings families closer together, encourages good health and fosters connections through fitness, sports, fun and shared interests. As a result, millions of youth, adults and families are receiving the support, guidance and resources needed to achieve greater health and well-being for their spirit, mind and body. 

For Social Responsibility

Giving back and providing support to our neighbors

The Y has been listening and responding to our communities’ most critical social needs for 175 years.  We know that when we work together, we move individuals, families and communities forward.  The Y responds to society's most pressing needs by developing innovative, community based solutions to help those in need to reach their full potential.  We are also committed to inspiring a spirit of service by uniting individuals from all walks of life to participate in and work for positive social change.