Metropolitan Young Mens Christian Association

Programs: Youth development: we lead the way in responding to the needs of area youth by offering educational and character development programs. As the largest child care provider in the region, we delivered impactful school age enrichment and summer day camp programs to kids in allen, whitley and wells counties last year. Since we invest in youth, our curriculum exceeds traditional daycare and includes activities that focus on the whole child - spirit, mind and body. We infuse kids with the y's core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility, model behaviors that lead to positive relationships, emphasize wellness and educational achievement - all which lead to a better future. 2017 highlights: active science - 3,683 3rd - 5th graders experienced stem learning concepts through active science with the help of professional football player jaylon smith, after school care and summer day camp programs. 7th grade initiative - in our efforts to provide safe, positive activities for 7th graders, we offer a membership to all 7th graders in our service area at no charge. In 2017, 966 youth were served through this free membership program and had the opportunity to participate in physical activities, social opportunities and receive homework help. Some facts and figures for 2017 - 3,604 kids participated in our before and after-school programs. 3,248 youth and teens experienced the thrill of nature, character building and lifelong friendships at ymca camp potawotami's summer residence camp and outdoor education. 42,980 youth served through programs and membership.

healthy living:being healthy is about more than just being physically active; it's a balance between spirit, mind and body. We inspire change by embracing all three of these human dimensions. With a mission for everyone, we promote healthy living through programs that prevent chronic illness, incorporate nutrition and keep people active - all while making connections with family and friends. 2017 highlights: opened the jackson r. Lehman ymca branch to serve those living in the northeast section of fort wayne. Specialized amenities such as a sensory room and adaptive equipment became available when the jackson r. Lehman y opened in june 2017. The ymca's began offering programs such as adaptive swimming, designed specifically for people who have special needs. With a focus to make the y available to all, many classes were evaluated and adapted to benefit all people, regardless of their physical or intellectual ability. Livestrong at the ymca - in 2017, 121 people regained strength, stamina and spirit in a supportive environment though this free program for cancer survivors. In 2016, 276 individuals participated in the program to help make a healthy change to their lifestyle. Some facts and figures for 2017 - people found community, connection and purpose through 2. 1 million visits to y's in allen, whitley and wells county. 246 local companies engaged in ymca wellness programs and corporate memberships to reduce health care costs and implement workplace practices that increase productivity and greaer job satisfaction. 537 people reduced their risk of developing a chronic illness by emrolling in our disease prevention programs. 6,714 people with intellectual or developmental disabilities engaged in social and recreational activities. 4,459 youth improved their health while learning teamwork through sports. 1,067 people acquired lifesaving skills through cpr, first aid and aed training.

social responsibility: we understand the challenges that keep people from reaching their full potential, and respond with services and support to help them become self-reliant, productive and connected to their community. We respond to the unique needs of our neighborhoods through services focused on critical areas, such as chronic disease prevention, education, quality of life and family services. We are committed to empowering people with the resources and support they need to live healthy, connected lives. Social responsibility comes in many forms. From making the y accessible to people with disabilities, to providing financial assistance to people without the means to afford a y membership, our mission ends with ". . . For all. " this means we are intentional about making sure that everyone knows there is a place for them at the y. 2017 highlights: ymca youth service bureau youth advocates - two new youth advocate positions were added in 2017 to enable us to connect with more youth who are in despair and provide them with tools to succeed in life. The new positions not only allowed us to serve more youth, but to be better staffed to follow up with them after being helped. Character development programs - 7,573 school-aged youth developed character and were empowered by mentors and role models through leadership training, leadership clubs, counseling, ymca employment, childcare, preschool, early learning programs, summer day and resident camp, outdoor education, and stem activities. Some facts and figures for 2017 - 1,882 of our friends, neighbors and community leaders volunteered their time, energy and talent for the y's cause. $2. 606 million was provided in financial assistance to 31,440 people, ensuring that our programs and resources are accessible to all. At the y, no one is turned away for the inability to pay. 1,187 students at risk received counseling and tools to be successful in school; 1,068 subsequently avoided the juvenile justice system. 24 impoverished families were educated about how to recognize and utilize their own strengths to fix and prevent future problems. 41 staff and volunteers served on medical and service mission trips to chile and peru to provide health care and human services to people without resources.

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