serving Detroit


Strategy Priorities
Our plan to engage volunteers and staff to realize the YMCA’s mission goals in Metro Detroit. read about our 8 strategy priorities…

Leadership
Community leaders and YMCA executive staff lists. view our leadership...

History
The YMCA has storied past in Detroit. read the YMCA History in Detroit...

Building in Detroit
In 2003, the YMCA re-affirmed its longstanding commitment to Detroit with a new downtown facility. more...

Impact
Across Southeast Michigan, the YMCA positively impacts more than 300,000 people of all ages, races, faiths and economic backgrounds.

990 Tax Returns
The most recent IRS 990s are available:
YMCA Foundation 990...
YMCA of Metro Detroit 990...

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Strong Kids Campaign

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YMCA's purpose

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is a non-profit, values-based human development organization serving southeastern Michigan. A part of the worldwide YMCA movement, the YMCA of Metro Detroit is committed to strengthening and enriching the development of kids, families, and the community.

we build strong kids, strong families and strong communities

By providing safe places, caring and trained volunteers and staff, and programs that teach life skills, the YMCA builds strong communities with a focus on kids and families. Whether it’s a place to go after school, a place to learn leadership skills, or a place for the family to play and connect, the YMCA is a dedicated resource.

The YMCA focuses special attention on children and families. It is a safe haven for young people who may otherwise be unsupervised and in need of guidance, encouragement and nurturing. Our child development, teen and camping programs are crafted to build the spirit, mind and body in a positive atmosphere and a secure environment. We offer academic and career support for teens, and serve more than 3,500 in nursery, pre-kindergarten and after school child care.

the YMCA's commitment to America

America’s YMCAs commit to extend our charitable heritage by directly engaging 25 million children and adults from all segments of our communities in achieving health of spirit, mind and body.

  • Every child and youth will deepen positive values, their commitment to service and their motivation to learn.
  • Every family will build stronger bonds, achieve greater work/life balance and become more engaged with their communities.
  • Every individual will strengthen their spiritual, mental and physical well-being.

Learn more about the Activate America Campaign…

the YMCA in Metropolitan Detroit

For over 150 years, the YMCA has provided safe places throughout the Metro Detroit region where children and families can grow. Currently, 12 YMCA branch locations and two resident camps serve the Metro Detroit community.

The YMCA is committed to being the leading catalyst for a healthier Metropolitan Detroit. By promoting active engagement in healthy, physical activity, proper nutrition and self-esteem enhancement, the YMCA will contribute to the reduction of childhood and adult obesity and its related health problems.

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