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ABOUT THE ASSOCIATION  

Mission

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is a membership association of men, women.  As part of the worldwide YMCA movement and as stated in our constitution, the mission of this association is to foster the spiritual, mental and physical development of individuals, families and communities according to the ideals of inclusiveness, equality and mutual respect for all. The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is open to all people, regardless of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, gender, age or handicapping condition.

Goals 

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington offers men, women, boys, and girls experiences that:

• Develop self-confidence and self-respect;

• Develop an active sense of personal responsibility;

• Encourage the achievement of physical and spiritual well-being;

• Promote interracial, intergroup, and ecumenical harmony;

• Lead to world-wide understanding and peace;

• Develop capacities for responsible leadership;

• Contribute to personal self-reliance and societal well-being.

WE BUILD STRONG KIDS… Children are growing up in a complex world and experiencing complex emotional issues. The YMCA provides opportunities for children to be children and fosters them through youth development, child care, wellness, sports and recreational programs that help children to grow up healthy.

THE YMCA:

• focuses on character development and emphasizes four core values:  caring, honesty, respect and responsibility;

• provides safe places for kids where conflict resolution and social skills are taught and practiced;

• guides children as they build confidence, learn leadership and decision-making skills;

• uses an innovative curriculum and highly qualified staff to prepare children for academic success.

WE BUILD STRONG FAMILIES… The YMCA offers programs that bring parents and children together, giving families a chance to strengthen their relationships in a safe, caring, and welcoming environment. 

THE YMCA:

• responds to the child care needs of working parents by offering affordable services including infant, preschool and school-age child care, before-and-after-school care, plus a wide variety of summer camps;

• provides meaningful opportunities for parent support with formal and informal experiences;

• promotes healthy lifestyles and self-esteem through fitness and wellness activities that contribute to overall health.

WE BUILD STRONG COMMUNITIES…   The YMCA celebrates diversity and designs its programs to meet the needs of the community.

THE YMCA:

• promotes the well-being of all people regardless of race, creed, national origin, gender or religion;

• respects the rights of each person to enjoy a safe, secure, and fulfilling experience, free of physical, psychological and emotional harm or danger;

• serves all ages, all abilities, and all incomes;

• uses the commitment and support of volunteers to support its many programs.