YMCA of Silicon Valley
YMCA of Silicon Valley is a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Our mission is to strengthen our community by improving the quality of life and inspiring individuals and families to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind and body.
With the values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility as our guide, we believe that lasting personal and social change can only come about when we all work together to invest in our kids, our health and our neighbors. That's why every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.
At the Y, we welcome everyone. When you join the Y, you belong to a community of men, women and children who strive every day to be healthy, confident, connected and secure. When you give to the Y, you continue to strengthen our community and move us all forward by providing financial assistance for people who need us the most. When you volunteer at the Y, you take an active role in making a meaningful, enduring impact right in your own community. When you advocate for the Y, you join a diverse movement committed to supporting and serving our community through promoting youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
Together, we make a difference.
As one of the 15 largest YMCA associations in the U.S. and the 4th largest nonprofit in Silicon Valley, we serve nearly 190,000 members from communities that span from Gilroy to Redwood City and from the Pacific Coast to the San Francisco Bay.
Our locations include 10 YMCA full facilities and YMCA Camp Campbell, a wilderness resident camp in the Santa Cruz Mountains. We partner with the City of Morgan Hill to operate health and fitness programming for all ages and senior adult activities at the Centennial Recreation Center.
YMCA of Silicon Valley has a presence in 200 schools throughout the region, providing childcare, after school programs, health and fitness activities, and initiatives to engage adults with youth for positive experiences. We also partner with nearly 100 other community organizations to help children and adults live healthier and become more active.
How We Are Funded:
YMCA funding is generated from membership and program fees, individual and corporate donors, foundations and grants, and the United Way of Silicon Valley. The annual Community Support Campaign raises money for financial assistance to ensure that no one is turned away for lack of funds in an atmosphere of inclusion and support. The expansion of local facilities is done through the YMCA Capital Development Campaign, contributing to the health and well-being of residents throughout the surrounding areas.
Organizational Structure:
YMCA of Silicon Valley is a nonprofit organization governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. The YMCA Board of Directors sets policy and oversees activities of the entire Association. In addition, each of the YMCA locations throughout the YMCA of Silicon Valley is governed by its own Board of Managers.
Meet our YMCA Board of Directors.
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