YMCA of Greater Seattle

Programs: In the 131 years since the YMCA's founding in Seattle, the organization has maintained an unwavering commitment to positive values, while evolving to meet the needs of a growing population. Current programs encompass a wide array of services to encourage all community members to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind and body. Just a small sampling of program areas include: child care (preschool and before and after school) for nearly 2,600 children each day * day camp and summer enrichment for more than 2,000 children per day * year-round camping programs at YMCA Camp Orkila and YMCA Camp Colman, serving more than 11,900 people each year * a wide range of teen leadership, youth and young adult development programs, reaching more than 23,100 participants * community learning centers serving more than 5,050 elementary and middle school students * innovative education, employment, violence reduction and transitional housing programs for 6,100 at-risk youth and young adults * treatment foster care and mental health services * youth sports focused on teamwork and skill development for 10,000 participants * environmental service programs * mentoring (youth and young adult) * family programs (parent-child groups, family resource centers and support groups, family nights, family camps and "Family Prime Time" programs), reaching 62,760 participants per year *Family financial literacy classes offered in partnership with WaMu, serve more than 630 participants per year. * swimming lessons for all ages * "Total Health" fitness and wellness programs to help anyone develop healthier habits to meet their fitness goals * arthritis aquatics programs * "Silver Sneakers" classes for older adults * health and wellness for all ages and abilities