1. Non-profitable
Organization
YMCA
Za’darius Smith

2. Mission
• To put Christian principles into
practice through programs that
build a healthy spirit, mind, and
body for all

3. YMCA’s Focus
• It’s a cause-driven organization
for:
• Youth development
• Healthy living
• Social responsibility

4. Strengths of YMCA
• It’s a nonprofit organization like no other across the nation because it
delivers positive change.
• Community centered
• Nurtures peoples potential because they believe everyone has the
opportunity to learn, grow, and strive for success.

5. How to Get Involved
• Joining the Y
• Give to the Y
• Volunteer at the Y
• Advocate with the Y – prevent chronic disease; build trust and
understanding among community groups and decision makers
• * Advocate in support of a movement working every day to build
healthier communities.

6. Joining the Y cont.
• Parents find a safe, positive
environment for children to
learn good values, social skills
and behaviors.
• Families come together to have
fun and spend quality time with
one another.
• Children and teens play and also
learn who they are and what
they can achieve.
• Adults can connect with friends
and pursue interests and learn
to live healthier.
• Communities thrive because
neighbors support each other
and give back.
• Being part of the cause.

7. Give to the Y
• Donate vital financial resources
for nurturing the potential of
kids, improving the nation’s
health and well-being, and giving
back and supporting our
neighbors.

8. Volunteer at the Y
• raise funds to ensure Y is
accessible to all members.
• coach sports teams and teach
classes.
• Lead Board of Directors and
committees.

9. Advocate with the Y
• Influence policies and initiatives
that help youth develop healthy
behaviors, values and life skills.
• Prevent and combat chronic
disease
• Build trust and understanding
among community groups and
decision makers
• Positively impact societal issues
of importance to the nation and
your community

10. Go Join A YMCA Near You and Make A
Difference