To put christian principles into practice through programs that builds a healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

Human Services , Physical Fitness & Community Recreational Facilities , Sports , Young Mens or Womens Associations

Statement of program service accomplishment the tri-cities family ymca believes in providing membership and program services to all who desire to participate, regardless of ability to pay. We are proud to have served 3,529 members, 719 of which would not have been able to participate with the financial assistance of our scholarship program. The ymca's scholarship program, supported in part through contributions to the annual campaign, provides membership and programs scholarships for those in need. With appreciation for the diversity of people, the ymca endeavors to provide the resources, programs, activities, and facilities to meet the needs of individuals and families throughout the community. Major program participation * 48% - adults and children developed and maintained healthy lifestyles and positive attitudes through health enhancement and wellness programs. * 4 % - adults and children learned water safety practices and swimming skills through aquatics programs. * 17% children learned athletic skills and values such as sportsmanship, fair play and teamwork through the youth sports and gymnastics programs. * 12 % - children attended summer day camps aspiring to incorporate our four core 4 values of honest, caring, respect, and responsibility with their developing friendships at camp as well as at home. Summer day camp was critical in providing affordable childcare for single parents and double working families needing child care when school is out. * 19% - preschool children participated in educational programs, community initiatives, and leadership development programs, giving children a head start in the asset development model. Children received child care at state-licensed ymca locations.