Impact Report

More than 205,000 people across our region were served through the YMCA of Greater Seattle, including 131,000+ members, 69,000+ additional program participants, and 5,100+ through the Social Impact Center.

137 locations, including 14 local Ys, 42 day and overnight camps, 70 before and after-school, early education, and preschool sites, and 11 young adult shelter and housing facilities, offered programs provided by the Y.

22,485 happy campers got outside at our camps, including 10,188 in Outdoor Leadership Development programs, 7,500 who made lasting friendships at Day Camp, and 4,797 who experienced the magic of our overnight camps.

6,671 young minds were engaged in our child care and enrichment programs, including 3,400 in Before and After-School Enrichment, 2,691 through Kids Zone drop-in care, and 580 at our Early Education Centers.

Aquatics

Through swimming lessons, swim teams, lap swimming, and more, we provide a safe environment for swimmers of all ages and abilities.

• 11,357 youth and 1,244 adults participated in swim lesson programs, allowing them to become safe in the water while enjoying swimming as a form of exercise.​
• More than 200 people attended Water Safety Day, where they received free life jackets and practiced safe swimming skills in the water.​
• More than 8,000 swim lessons were purchased with financial assistance, allowing almost 3,000 swimmers to gain lifesaving skills.​
• 250 participants received lifeguard certification training in and around King County​.

Chronic Disease Prevention

Through our community-based Whole Person Health programs and services, we bridge clinical care, public health, and daily life routines and practices.

• 490 people in African American, Ethiopian, and Somali communities were reached through community health outreach workshops and events.​
• 100 families participated in our ACT! program, which supported youth (aged 8-14) in increasing physical activity by 86% and reducing screen time by 45%.​
• 630 individuals in prevention programs achieved their goal of 150 minutes of physical activity per week and 5% weight loss.​
• Nearly 2,000 people referred for health reasons were connected with Y membership and programs. 

Sports & Fitness

We support health and wellness goal with a variety of group fitness classes, specialty and personal training options, and social groups, outings, and potlucks designed for our Active Older Adult (AOA) community.​

• 8 adult sports options and leagues were available, including pickleball, basketball, volleyball, and Masters Swimming.
• 579 group fitness classes in 58 unique formats were offered, welcoming a total of 398,049 participants.​
• 13,710 personal training sessions were delivered.
• 2,263 Personalized Wellness Plans were created.​
• 50 monthly AOA program options were offered, beyond traditional group fitness classes.

Employment Assistance & Training

The Y provides job readiness, education, and employment services that help build independence and self-reliance.

• Paid Work Experience was completed by more than 26 youth, with 88% securing employment.
• Level Up engaged more than 60 companies and resource providers in our community life skills and resource fair.
• Get Engaged Program supported 20 young adults in exploring opportunities through City of Seattle Boards and Commissions.
• Internship and Employment placements matched 32 young adults with paid roles at 19 partner companies; 92% maintained employment or enrolled in post-secondary education.
• Transitions programs saw 45% of exiting participants employed or earning income through full- or part-time work.
• Participant Feedback Survey received 276 responses, with 70% reporting they received the employment and job training services they needed.

Housing & Homeless Services

The Y provides shelter, housing, and wraparound support for youth experiencing or at risk of homelessness.

• South King County Shelter and Drop-In Services supported 216 participants, 85% of whom accessed young adult–specific programs.
• Stability and Referral Support helped 22% transition to stable housing, while 80% received referrals for long-term services including healthcare, behavioral health, and Coordinated Entry for All (CEA).
• Housing Program assisted 61% of 485 participants in finding stable housing (41% permanent, 20% transitional), 9% exited to emergency shelter or homelessness, and 22% lacked data due to disengagement or missing records.
• Programs Serving Youth under 18 saw 79% exit to stable housing (42% increased stability, 25% maintained it, and 8% found it).
• Rental Assistance Distribution totaled $559,700, with $329,394 for eviction prevention and $230,206 for permanent housing subsidies.

Violence Prevention Program

Y programs support youth and young adults most impacted by community violence across King County.

• Back-To-School Supply Drive provided 500 students with the tools to start the academic year prepared and confident.
• Firearm Safety Initiative distributed more than 600 gun lock boxes to reduce the risk of accidental or intentional harm.
• School-Based Mentorship reached youth in 15 middle and high schools, offering consistent support inside and outside the classroom.
• Life Skills Programming served more than 100 participants with a focus on communication, conflict resolution, and goal setting.
• Holiday Hygiene Kit Distribution delivered more than 400 kits to individuals and families, supporting wellness and dignity.
• Meal Distribution Efforts served more than 5,000 meals to youth and families across King County, helping address food insecurity and promote stability

Behavioral Health

The Y helps improve stability and well-being through mental health counseling and services.

• Crisis Outreach and Response System received 1,112 referrals, with 372 participants enrolling. 81% achieved goals such as improving daily functioning, avoiding hospitalization, stabilizing housing, and attending school, and 73% were connected to long-term services.
• Mental Health Counseling Services provided care to 1,664 individuals, expanding reach by 9.5%. Participation by People of Color increased 2.6% (57% of 956 individuals served).
• Substance Use Treatment Counseling served 347 individuals, reflecting an 11% increase over the previous year.

Food Assistance 

In addition to food assistance through our Violence Prevention Program, we provide meals within our youth programs to help address food insecurity across our region. 

• Food Lifeline Partnership supported the distribution of 111,355 pounds of food and 14,956 meals to youth, young adults, and families in Y housing programs. 
• Federal Nutrition Programs enabled the delivery of 218,751 nutritious meals to youth in daycare and before- and after-school programs. 
• Weekend Meal Kits Program provided 7,450 kits to the Renton and Lake Washington School Districts. 
• U District Food Bank Partnership supported the distribution of 189,925 pounds of food to communities throughout Seattle.

Foster Care

The Y helps build a healing and supportive community by providing individualized support to children and foster families.

• Foster Home Recruitment was stable with 58 licensed foster families, 18% renewed licenses, 20% closed (5 due to adoption), and 62% remaining active.
• Foster Youth to Independence Voucher Program supported 198 foster youth with rental assistance, finding housing, and signing a lease.
• Independent Youth Housing Program helped 37 foster youth secure permanent housing.
• Adolescent Transitional Living Program at McGrath House launched with 8 youth enrolled, with 1 participant exiting to transitional housing.

Summer Camp

Y Camps and Outdoor Leadership programs help kids and teens become their best selves through innovative camp activities and programs.

• Summer Day Camp participants went on 880 field trips, traveling 27,000 total miles on the Y bus.​
• Camp Orkila’s Satellite Island provided 4,000 campers overnight experiences under the stars.
• BOLD & GOLD explorers hiked 6,901 miles across three national parks in Washington.
• Youth in Y programs surpassed more than 1 million hours of service in the outdoors.

Youth Sports

The Y got 6,560 kids moving through programs such as basketball, volleyball, soccer, t-ball, and martial arts, where they developed skills and built confidence.

• Basketball programs at the Y engaged 2,800 youth, providing both recreational opportunities and developmental play experiences. 
• Martial Arts programs served 474 students, offering discipline, focus, and personal growth through a structured environment. 
• Soccer for Success supported 262 young people through a free after-school soccer program centered on building athletic ability and life skills.

Child Care & Enrichment

Y programs offer kids the support they need to thrive and provide families peace of mind. No matter the financial situation, there’s a place for every child at the Y.​

• Early Education Centers served 580 children, with more than one in three receiving scholarships.
• A new center serving nearly 100 children opened in Eastgate at Polaris, an affordable housing community in Bellevue.
• Before and After-School Enrichment programs grew by six new locations for a total of 61 sites.
• School Break Camp was offered at no cost to full-time BASE participants.

Annual Fund Drive

Our Annual Fund Drive strengthens our capacity to deliver programs that support youth, individuals, and families in local communities when they need it most. 

• $1,476,268 was donated by 2,049 donors to the 2024 Annual Fund Drive.
• They helped provide more than 600 swim lessons, 1,200 meals, 710 overnight camp scholarships, and so much more.

Corporate Partners

Our corporate partners donate time and expertise to support our mission through sponsorships, matching gifts, volunteer hours, and program funding. 

• More than 300 partners came together to provide support for Y programs and services. 
• Their combined donations totaled $2M, benefiting the communities where they live, work, and play.

Volunteers

Volunteers are the heart of our mission. They give the gift of time and energy to strengthen and uplift those we serve.

• More than 1,200 volunteers brought care and support to communities through a variety of opportunities.
• Nearly 47,000 hours of service were donated at initiatives like the Holiday Gift Wrapping event hosted by the Coal Creek Family Y.