YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION & YOUTH CENTER OF THOMASVILLE INC

Programs: Healthy living - the thomasville ymca is a leading voice on health and well-being in our community and beyond. We bring families closer together, encourage good health, and foster connections through fitness, sports, fun, and shared interests. As a result over 10,000 people in our community and beyond are receiving 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 chronic disease and obesity, families wrestle 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 2014, we provided over $209,000 in financial assistance to people who otherwise would have faced economic barriers to participation.

youth development - the thomasville ymca is committed to nurturing the potential of every child and teen. We believe that all kids have great potential and 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 ymca programs, such as youth sports, child care, summer camps, and fit kids, offer a range of experiences that enrich social-emotional, cognitive and physical growth. Expenses include subsidies and direct financial assistance that make participation possible for many of the young people we engage.

social responsibility - the thomasville ymca 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 100 years. Y programs, such as summer food services, h. O. P. E. (helping oncology patients exercise), silver sneakers, preschool swim classes, special olympics, team lean and healthy living nutrition classes, are examples of how we deliver training, resources, and support that empower our neighbors to effect change, bridge gaps, and overcome obstacles. In 2014, we engaged 13,197 ymca members, participants, and volunteers in activities that strengthen our community and pave the way for future generations to thrive.