YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF GREATER INDIANAPOLIS
615 N Alabama St 200, Indianapolis, IN 46204 indymca.org

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Organizations Filed Purposes: The YMCA of Greater Indianapolis is a nonprofit, charitable community service organization. The YMCA's mission is "to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all." CONTINUED ON SCHEDULE O

THE MISSION OF THE YMCA IS TO PUT CHRISTIAN PRINCIPLES INTO PRACTICE THROUGH PROGRAMS THAT BUILD HEALTHY SPIRIT, MIND, AND BODY FOR ALL.

The YMCA of Greater Indianapolis staff and volunteer leadership firmly believe that all kids deserve to discover their God-given gifts. YMCA programs cultivate values, interpersonal skills and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health and educational achievement. * The YMCA Before and After School program fosters growth and development in children, their parents and their families. Kids develop moral and ethical behavior, self-esteem and leadership skills. Parents can go to work knowing their children will thrive in a safe, supportive environment. For parents who cannot afford the full program fee, the Y provides an "income-based" sliding scale. In 2019, the YMCA Before and After School Program served 9,937 children from 126 different schools. Participating students represented 124 public schools in 17 school districts and two private schools. Of the children served, 26% qualified for a reduced or waived program fee. * YMCA Pre-School Programs provide a half-day of enrichment, academics and socialization for three to five year olds. In 2019, 1,002 kids participated in the Y's Pre-School Programs. Of those, 35% received financial assistance. * YMCA Camping and Outdoor Education Programs promote spiritual awareness, mental development, physical well-being, social growth and a respect for the environment. In 2019, 6,566 day campers were active at locations across central Indiana and more than 1,189 overnight campers enjoyed the YMCA's Flat Rock River Camp at the Ruth Lilly YMCA Outdoor Center. Over 4,872 children from more than 57 schools participated in outdoor/environmental education programs. Assistance through the YMCA's sliding-scale fee helped 1,549 day campers and 321 overnight campers participate in the Y's outdoor camping experiences. * YMCA Aquatics Programs provide swimming and water-safety skills. They promote good health through regular exercise, teamwork, self-confidence and leadership. In 2019, 7,558 children, teens and adults learned how to be safer around water by developing important water-safety skills. The YMCA provided financial assistance to 1,350 of those participants. In addition, the YMCA offered SPLASH, a free, pre-summer program teaching swimming and water safety for youth in the community. * YMCA Youth Sports programs promote self-worth and increase self-esteem. Every sport focuses on full and equal participation. Every child plays in every game. Win or lose, YMCA Youth Sports programs emphasize development of skill, health and fitness, safety, cooperation and respect for others. In 2019, over 9,423 children and teens enrolled in our Youth Sports programs including soccer, basketball, T-Ball and baseball leagues. Of those enrolled, 1,652 received financial assistance.

In 2010 the Board of Directors of the YMCA of Greater Indianapolis adopted a goal to improve the health and wellbeing of the citizens in the metropolitan area of Indianapolis. In 2011 and 2012 the YMCA formed a coalition of community organizations - health, government, corporate - to address challenges in the Indianapolis area. At this time there are 115 organizations meeting on a regular basis to develop solutions for the community. The YMCA continues to impact and improve healthy living in central Indiana by providing space for people to participate in wellness programs, learn more about healthy living, fight chronic disease and improve their lives. Over 191,938 people in the Indianapolis area are members or participants in Y programs. The YMCA is open to all ages, abilities and income levels. Financial assistance from the YMCA helps low and moderate-income level families afford membership and participate in wellness programs. There is a sliding-scale fee for any household with income of $55,000 or less per year. Wellness and healthy living services provided to the community include: * Cardiovascular exercise, strength training, stretching and relaxation. * Individual programs such as one-on-one coaching and personal training. * Group programs and classes such as yoga, Pilates, aerobic exercise, dance and martial arts. * Team sports such as racquetball, basketball, volleyball and softball. * Community gathering opportunities and exercise programs for those 65 and older. * Adult classes that include exercise for those with chronic illness like arthritis and heart disease. * Welcoming and comfortable exercise and program areas tailored to beginners. * Programs for children and teens including swimming lessons, camping, gymnastics, dance, martial arts and team sports. * Safe places for children to grow and learn. * Prenatal exercise and parent-child exercise classes. * Gathering spaces to build community with others. * Programs to engage the entire family to strengthen the family unit. The YMCA provides support for people seeking to prevent the onset of Type II diabetes. The YMCA of Greater Indianapolis, working in collaboration with the Indiana University School of Medicine, is credited with an award winning Diabetes Prevention Program now established in Ys across the nation. In addition, the Y adopted the LIVEStrong program to help those with cancer recover faster.

The YMCA of Greater Indianapolis offers the resources our communities need to address pressing social issues. Programs help kids who receive welfare, provide childcare and education and help parents stay employed. Teen activities are among the most rapidly growing YMCA programs. Interaction with teens helps prevent the crime and violence that plagues so many neighborhoods. In 2019, the YMCA assisted teens and children through meaningful programs like: * Teen Leadership Camps and Counselor in Training Programs; Y Teen Zone; Y Leaders Clubs; YMCA Youth and Government; Teen Job Skills Development, Teen Wellness; and Generation Y, an after school program for middle school aged kids. * The Y Achievers-College Readiness Program, offering 573 at-risk middle and high school-aged kids the help needed to stay in school and gain access to college and technical schools. * Counseling to over 1,190 kids, provided by Avondale Meadows YMCA at the Marion County Juvenile Detention Center. * "From Day One" summer programs designed to help middle school students make a successful transition to high school and beyond.

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