
The YMCA is the leading nonprofit committed to strengthening individuals and communities across the country. At the Y, we’re here to help you find your “why” – your greater sense of purpose – by connecting you with opportunities to improve your health, support young people, make new friends and contribute to a stronger, more cohesive community for all.
WELCOME TO THE Y
The YMCA is the leading nonprofit committed to strengthening individuals and communities across the country. At the Y, we’re here to help you find your “why” – your greater sense of purpose – by connecting you with opportunities to improve your health, support young people, make new friends and contribute to a stronger, more cohesive community for all.
Find Your Y
Watch more Y stories
-
“The true self blooms only when we find our purpose.”
Watch how people of all ages and all walks of life are finding their Y.

Urgent Appeal: YMCA Ukraine
YMCA of the USA’s World Service Campaign is working in coordination with YMCA Ukraine, YMCA Europe and the World YMCA to help people and communities who are impacted by the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Please consider making a gift to provide emergency support to YMCA Ukraine and learn how your next ride with Lyft can help the Y’s efforts.

"What are you? Personal Reflections during APA Heritage Month"
Advancing Equity for All
As we celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month in May, Trang Truong-Hill shares her family's experience as refugees who settled in the U.S. in the 1980s, challenges facing the Asian American community and how to be an ally to marginalized communities.
Learn more in the latest from our series, “Advancing Equity for All.”
Our Impact
Each year, we strive to transform lives and strengthen communities worldwide.
-
11 million community members served annually
Across the U.S., our Ys reach millions of people in 10,000 communities.
-
4 million pounds of groceries
We provide millions of pounds of groceries to families each month.
-
10,000 camp programs nationwide
Our day and overnight camps empowered kids by building lifelong skills, confidence and friendships.
-
2,650 Ys across the U.S.
Ys reach millions of people across 50 states, plus the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico.

Who We Are
OUR STORY
We are committed to strengthening communities. Learn more about our mission, vision and the core values that guide us each and every day.

Work at the Y
YMCA CAREERS
Find your purpose and fuel your passion with a career at the Y.