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Causes: Human Services, Physical Fitness & Community Recreational Facilities, Sports, Young Mens or Womens Associations
Mission: The y of central maryland is a charitable organization dedicated to developing the full potential of every individual through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. The y is committed to providing family-oriented, affordable high quality programs that lead to: an enhanced quality of life in the communities in which we operate, every family building stronger bonds, achieving greater work / life balance and becoming more engaged with their communities, every child and youth deepening positive values, their commitment to service and their motivation to learn. The y is a place for everyone. People of all races, ages, faiths, gender, abilities, backgrounds and incomes are welcome and financial assistance on a sliding scale is available to those who would otherwise be unable to participate.
Programs: Health & well-being - the y of central maryland is a charitable, non-profit organization providing affordable, accessible health and wellness programs to all individuals, but targeted particularly to families, children, youth and seniors. All health and well-being programs and services are built around the goal of encouraging an active, healthy and engaged community. The y is open to all, with scholarships provided to those who cannot afford to pay.
the y of central maryland's programming for children and youth, inclusive of full-day early childhood development, before and after school enrichment, summer camp and a wide variety of related programs, provides safe, engaging, developmentally appropriate and healthy youth asset development experiences. All such programs are designed to either prepare children for school or to increase their chances for success in school and life. The y's youth development programs provided $3,372,711 this year in reduced fees to approximately 6,179 children.
head start programs provide educational, social, psychological, health, nutrition and parent education services. The y's head start programs provided $10,522,736 this year in reduced fees to approximately 1338 children ranging from infants to 4 years old, as well as their families.