The ymca is universally regarded as being in its essential genius, a worldwide fellowship of persons united by a common loyalty to the principles of jesus christ for the purpose of developing christian personality and building a christian society. The ymca shall be nondenominational and shall not discriminate against its staff, board, volunteers, committees, members or recipients of services based on any characteristic or status protected by federal, state or local law and is committed to a culture of inclusion and understands, respects and values the diversity of others. In carrying out its purpose the young men's christian association of youngstown, ohio through its membership , board of trustees, officers and employees, shall encourage and endeavor to have all persons participating in the programs and activities of the association attain the following goals : 1. To develop self- confidence and self- respect and an appreciation of their own worth as individuals; (see schedule o)

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

Youth development - nurturing the potential of children and teens. Youth and teens who attended day camp, enrichments camps and resident camp engaged with positive role models in a stimulating environment, learning important life skills that will prepare them to make good decisions and be contributing, confident leaders as they grow. The ymca of youngstown gave teens the opportunity for personal growth through our youth in government and leaders program. Grateful families saw their young children flourish in our ymca preschool program that incorporated academics as well as physical, social and emotional development in a christian atmosphere. healthy living - improving the nation's health and well being. In 2017, the ymca of youngstown continued its commitment to combat the prevalence of pre diabetes and type 2 diabetes by offering the ymca diabetes prevention program. Cancer survivors embraced the opportunity to get their lives back through our livestrong at the y program. Both of these initiatives saw positive results and increased interest. Healthy kids day, triathlons & races, personal coaching, group fitness classes, family activities and bible studies are some of the many activities we provide so that our community can achieve greater health in spirit, mind, and body. social responsibility - giving back and providing support to our neighbors. Through the generosity of donors, thousands of members are receiving financial assistance and the support they need to achieve greater health and well being as they benefit from our y programs. Charitable donations gave families a chance to bond and spend quality time together in our safe environment at the y. In 2016 the organization completed a $5,000,000 renovation of the downtown youngstown ymca which will serve the needs of future generations. In 2017, we provided $532,000 in financial assistance to people who otherwise may not have been able to afford to participate.