The Y is the nation’s leading nonprofit charity committed to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Members join the Y because they believe in us and our core values—caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.  

Through volunteer and donor support, our Y makes accessible the opportunities that empower people and communities to learn, grow and thrive. With a 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, and provides opportunities to give back and support neighbors.