The Gateway Region YMCA is so thankful for the widespread community support for our multi-year, $55 million campaign, including major capital projects. Funds from the campaign are invested directly into the community - allowing us to serve more people, innovate and improve programs, and ensure we have purposefully designed spaces to support generations to come.
Within our campaign themed “Opportunity For All,” we have identified three focus areas to help us reach our goal to ensure all youth and families in our region have the resources needed to succeed.
We believe every child deserves access to high quality, enriching life experiences. The Y provides opportunities for all youth to connect, belong and achieve.
Need
Depending on their family's income levels, kids grow up in separate and unequal communities. Their fate is unfairly tied to the zip code in which they are born and the resources available in their communities.
Our Vision
All pre-school aged children start school developmentally on par with their peers, and ready to learn. All children read at grade level by the end of 6th grade. All children at risk of drowning are equipped with key swimming skills and drowning prevention instruction.
We believe in the power of connection and are committed to supporting people from all communities to develop positive, supportive relationships. The Y provides safe spaces and the opportunity to convene individuals from across our region for relationship-building, volunteer activities, the formation of community partnerships and working toward collective impact and equity for our region.
Need
Positive relationships in safe spaces between people from different backgrounds, abilities, ages and experiences support stronger communities and a greater appreciation of diversity.
Our Vision
All youth with disabilities will receive one-on-one support to enable them to participate in all Y programs with their able-bodied peers through inclusion services. Teens will have a place at the Y where they feel they belong, are valued and build positive relationships with adults. While building this cohesion, they will affect positive change in their communities through service projects and civic engagement. All individuals, families and groups will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful volunteer experiences that strengthen the foundation of our communities.
We believe where you live should not dictate your quality and length of life. The Y provides supportive environments and community integrated health programs to address these disparities.
Need
Research for the St. Louis region has shown that life expectancy can vary up to 35 years, based on communities located less than 30 miles apart.
Our Vision
All youth programs facilitate healthy eating and physical activity (HEPA) standards to prevent childhood obesity. Youth and families at risk of, and currently experiencing food insecurity will have access to healthy food through community gardens and Y programs. Adults and youth at risk for chronic disease have access to evidence-based programs that have been shown to result in healthier lifestyles, increased physical activity and decreased weight.
Laying the Foundation for a Better Future
Learn more about our upcoming and our ongoing projects, and how you can support them.
Donation & Tax Details: The Gateway Region YMCA is registered as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Our tax identification number is 43-0653616. Contributions to the Gateway Region YMCA are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
East Belleville YMCA
Opportunities include pool access for all, more opportunities for youth, multi-purpose spaces & kitchen, and getting people connected to nature.
O'Fallon Illinois YMCA
Opportunities include an early childhood education center, youth zone, multi-purpose spaces & kitchen, wellness areas & outdoor courtyard, church partnership, welcoming and modern spaces.
Chesterfield YMCA
Opportunities include pool access for all, more opportunities for youth, multi-purpose spaces & kitchen, and getting people connected to nature.
O'Fallon Missouri YMCA
Opportunities include a new gymnasium, wellness and group exercise areas, youth spaces, intergen space & community kitchen, refreshed facility, and aquatic play area.
Check out some of the progress we have made so far!
Bayer YMCA
A $1.5 million donation from Bayer and a $1 million donation from an anonymous donor, led to an expanded Early Childhood Education Center (ECEC) and Teen Tech Center, a community kitchen, increased health and wellness services, and a new family changing room.
South County YMCA
The South County YMCA celebrated $1.25 million in renovations that included an expanded health and wellness center, new fitness equipment and a larger gym, a new core and functional room, new group exercise class studio, and a new universal locker room.
Emerson YMCA
A $1.5 million donation from Emerson led to an expanded community kitchen, expanded health and wellness services, a new family changing room, a new teen hub and child watch area, and new multipurpose space.
Jefferson County YMCA
The Jefferson County YMCA added a new universal locker room that will provide a safe environment for families with young children, people with diverse abilities, and caregivers, to ensure the Y continues to be a place for all.
Donation & Tax Details: The Gateway Region YMCA is registered as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Our tax identification number is 43-0653616. Contributions to the Gateway Region YMCA are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.