YMCA of the Capital Area
For Community
Welcome to the Y. We're an inclusive organization of men, women, and children joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility.
Our Cause Defines Us
We know that lasting personal and social change comes about when we all work together. That's why, at the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.
Our Impact is Felt Every Day
With a mission to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all, our impact is felt when an individual makes a healthy choice, when a mentor inspires a child and when a community comes together for the common good.
Opportunities for All
The Y is for everyone. Our programs, services and initiatives: enable kids to realize their potential, prepare teens for college, offer ways for families to have fun together, empower people to be healthier in spirit, mind and body, prepare people for employment, welcome and embrace newcomers and help foster a nationwide service ethic. And that's just the beginning.
Our Areas of Focus
The Y is a cause-driven organization that is for youth development, for healthy living and for social responsibility. That's because a strong community can only be achieved when we invest in our kids, our health and our neighbors.
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.
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.
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 160 years. Whether developing skills or emotional well-being through education and training, welcoming and connecting diverse demographic populations through global services, or preventing chronic disease and building healthier communities through collaborations with policymakers, the Y fosters the care and respect all people need and deserve. Through the Y, 500,000 volunteers and thousands of donors, leaders and partners across the country are empowering millions of people in the U.S. and around the world to be healthy, confident, connected and secure.
YMCA of the Capital Area
OUR MISSION: Our YMCA is an Association of people united in common effort to enhance the quality of life-spiritually, mentally, physically and socially for all-in the communities we serve through the ecumenical application of Christian Principles.
Since 1917, the YMCA of the Capital Area has been serving the community with programs and services that meet the needs of the people. Each branch or extension is unique in its offerings. Remember, your membership allows you to use all 7 facilities in the Capital Area, including Addis.
The YMCA of the Capital Area is constantly committed to reaching farther, and working harder to meet the diverse needs of the community, and it could not be done without the constant support of our volunteers. Together, staff and volunteers continue to work in our community to build strong kids, strong families and strong communities.
About the YMCA
The Nation's 2,686 YMCAs respond to critical social needs by drawing on our collective strength as of one of the largest not-for-profit community service organizations in the United States. Today’s YMCAs serve thousands of U.S. communities, uniting 21 million children and adults of all ages, races, faiths, backgrounds, abilities and income levels. Our reach and impact can be seen in the millions of lives we touch every year.
Across the nation, YMCAs are committed to helping: Children and youth deepen positive values, their commitment to service and their motivation to learn Families build stronger bonds, spend time together and become more engaged with their communities Individuals strengthen their spiritual, mental and physical well-being.
At every stage of life, YMCAs are there to help children, families and individuals reach their full potential.
TODAY’S YMCAs
Members: 20,916,698
Volunteers: 548,926
Number of YMCAs: 2,686