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THE Y IS MORE THAN JUST OUR FITNESS CENTERS, POOLS AND PROGRAMS.


We're here to connect you with opportunities to improve your health and be a part of the leading nonprofit committed to strengthening your local communities.


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WHAT WE DO

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WHO WE ARE

 

We are an organization like no other. The YMCA is the leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community by empowering young people, improving the health and well-being of people of all ages and inspiring action in and across communities.

Founded in 1853, the Gateway Region YMCA serves nearly 325,000 individuals in the bi-state region.

 


 

LATEST NEWS & UPDATES

 

 

STRENGTHENING COMMUNITY IS OUR CAUSE

We believe that giving back and inspiring action is a key part of strengthening communities. In 2021, our YMCA celebrated

 $2.76 Million in Financial Assistance

given to those in need to participate in Y programs and services.


2,250 Children Equipped

with drowning prevention skills through discounted swim lessons and swim outreach programs.


 715 Individuals Served

through Inclusion & Adaptive Support Services, including 74 in Integrated Fitness programming.

213 Participants in YMCA Chronic Disease Prevention Programs

including Diabetes Prevention, Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring, and liveSTRONG® at the YMCA.


1,163 Volunteers

gave 34,700 hours to strengthen their community.

 

 227,549 Lives Impacted

through membership and programs.

 

Learn more about the Gateway Region YMCA's impact across our St. Louis and Metro East communities by checking out the full 2021 Annual Report.