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- EIN 58-1564232
- (423) 247-9622
- 1840 Meadowview Pkwy Kingsport TN 37660-7480 USA
- www.ymcakpt.org
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Human Services, Young Mens or Womens Associations
Mission: The mission of the ymca is to put christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. The ymca focuses on youth development (nurturing the potential for every child and teen), healthy living (improving health and well-being), and social responsibility (giving back and providing support to our neighbors). Although programs, events, and initiatives primarily fall into one of these three areas of focus, they can also overlap and some combine all three into one. The ymca works to create positive change in kingsport through afterschool programs, summer camp, teen care, youth fitness, child watch, group exercise classes, personal fitness, healthy living challenges, family time, the ymca's diabetes prevention program, the development of volunteers, and giving back through community and public policy committees and initiatives. The ymca serves men, women, and children of all ages, races, abilities, income, and religion.
Programs: Youth development:our y is committed to nurturing the potential of every child and teen. We believe that all kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. That's why we help young people cultivate the values, skills, and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health, and educational achievement. Our y programs such as camp ironwood, hype camp, go a. P. E. , adventure kids, and childwatch offer a range of experiences that enrich cognitive, social, physical, and emotional growth. Expenses include subsidies and direct financial assistance that make participation possible for 41. 15 percent of the young people we engage.
healthy living:the y is a leading voice on health and well-being. We bring families closer together, encourage good health, and foster connections through fitness, sports, fun, and shared interests through programs like our group exercise classes, the ymca's diabetes prevention programs, pedaling for parkinson's, and healthy kids day. As a result, more than 22,000 people in our community have access to the support, guidance, and resources they need to achieve greater health in spirit, mind, and body. This is particularly important as our nation struggles with an obesity crisis, families struggle with work/life balance, and individuals search for personal fulfillment. Our programs are accessible, affordable, and open to all faiths, backgrounds, abilities, and income levels. In 2017, we provided $525,908 in financial assistance to people who otherwise may not have been able to afford to participate.
social responsibility:our y believes in giving back and supporting our neighbors. We have been listening and responding to our community's most critical social needs for more than 30 years. Y volunteers assist with events at the y and also other for agencies like second harvest food bank and stop hunger now. They work to support programs that empower our neighbors to effect change, bridge gaps, and overcome obstacles. In 2017, we engaged ymca members, participants, and volunteers in activities that strengthen our community and pave the way for future generations to thrive.