About the YMCA
The Greenwood Family YMCA is a part of the YMCA movement in the United States. We were founded locally in 1946 and moved into our first facility in 1950. The Y relocated to its present location in 1990.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Greenwood Family YMCA is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
Community Based and Driven
Because Ys are driven by the communities we serve, each YMCA is different. Every Y makes its own decisions based on community leader’s input on what programs to offer and how to operate. Our local board of directors is made up of 24 members.
A Variety of Programming for Every Age
We strive to offer opportunities for individuals and families to grow in spirit, mind and body at every life stage. Thirty-seven percent of our members are under the age of 18, and through recent developments, our number of older adults is increasing.
Helping Raise America's Children
YMCAs are the largest providers of child care in the United States, operating nearly 10,000 child care sites across the country, providing high-quality, and affordable care to more than 500,000 children. Ys also serve nearly 10 million children under the age of 18 through activities such as camping, sports and afterschool programs. Across the country, YMCAs are the largest employers of teenagers in the country. Locally, during the afterschool hours, we serve almost 500 youth in programs that promote a healthy, active lifestyle.
Worldwide Reach
The YMCA movement stretches far beyond the United States. YMCAs are at work in more than 120 countries around the world, serving more than 45 million people. Building strong kids, strong families and strong communities is what the YMCA stands for -- worldwide.
Beyond Health and Fitness
Since our founding in 1946, the Greenwood YMCAs has provided health and fitness programs as an integral part of our mission. Furthermore, we see beyond health and fitness as a vital contribution to the quality of life in our community and so we provide human services such as job training, teen leadership opportunities, tutoring and literacy training, social opportunities for seniors and a community prayer breakfast.
We are much more than you think - More than a Gym -- a Community
People are a part of a Y for any number of reasons. You may come for the workout, play in a basketball league, or bring your children to gymnastics classes, but you're part of something much larger. We're glad you joined us.