2025 Annual Impact Report
Behind every number is a story of resilience, belonging, and opportunity.
A Year of Community & Impact
Every number in this report reflects a life touched, a barrier removed, or an opportunity created. We invite you to explore the stories, milestones, and moments that brought our community together to create lasting impact in 2025 and beyond.
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Y FOR ALL: Connected Through Every Stage of Life
The Y’s work extends far beyond any single class, program, or initiative. Rooted in health & wellness, youth development, and social impact, we meet people where they are, open doors to opportunity, and respond to community needs, creating lasting impact from infancy through older adulthood.
60,000+
young people and families served
450,000+
moments of movement and connection
7,000+
people accessed critical support services
*These totals reflect estimated participation across programs and services throughout the year and may include individuals or families who engaged with the Y in more than one way, reflecting how the Y reaches people at different stages of life, interests, abilities, and support needs. In total, the recorded 500K+ program participants and service interactions across all areas in 2025.
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IMPACT ACROSS OUR REGION
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Growing Leaders from Within
The Empowered Leaders Resource Network (ELRN) brings meaningful value to employees and the Y by creating opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and stronger organizational impact. Formed in late 2025, ELRN unified separate employee resource networks into one structure to strengthen alignment, collaboration, and collective impact across the Y. Through Employee Resource Group (ERG) subcommittees aligned with identity groups, staff gain hands-on experience leading initiatives, managing budgets, organizing events, and building skills that support advancement into leadership roles. ELRN encourages collaboration across identities and experiences by allowing participation in multiple groups, strengthening intersectional connection and visibility.
Identities supported and uplifted include:
- African American staff
- Asian and Pacific Islander staff
- Hispanic and Latin American staff
- Native and Indigenous American staff
- Staff living with disabilities
- Staff with LGBTQIA+ identities
- Women and femme-identifying staff
- Staff whose identities and experiences are shaped by religious and cultural affiliations
Beyond internal development, ELRN helps ensure programs, outreach, and decision-making reflect the lived experiences of the communities we serve, deepening trust, belonging, and cultural responsiveness while positioning the Y as a leader in equity-centered nonprofit practice and community partnership.
Y in the Community
The Y’s impact reaches beyond our walls and into the communities we serve. Through events and shared experiences, we bring people together, creating opportunities and helping our region to thrive.
Level Up Youth Conference
Nearly 150 youth and young adults participated in Level Up, our annual leadership conference focused on real-world skills and hands-on learning, marking 15% growth over 2024. The event was supported by Foundry10, Commerce Bank of Washington, and BNBuilders Voice of Change.
Changemakers Luncheon
Nearly 850 community leaders, partners, and supporters gathered at our sold-out Changemakers Luncheon, where we honored three exceptional community leaders, Adrian Hanauer, Julia Calhoun, Doug Baldwin Jr., and 18 Hero Everyday volunteers who are helping build a more just and connected future.
Holiday in the Hangar
Delta Air Lines' annual Holiday in the Hangar brought joy and connection to Kent Y families through a memorable holiday celebration. With support from Delta and Y Board member Helda Durham, families experienced warmth, belonging, and the spirit of the season.
Winter Warm-Up Event
More than 200 children and their families experienced the warmth of community at the Matt Griffin Y's Winter Warm-up event. With support from Julian Love, UnitedHealthcare Community Plan, Sea Hawkers, and The Covenant Clippers, attendees received winter coats, shoes, haircuts, and encouragement.
Leadership Values Awards
Nearly 800 youth, families, and staff came together to celebrate the Y's Values Awards, recognizing campers who demonstrated respect, caring, honesty, responsibility, and passion for excellence while highlighting the lasting impact of camp experiences.
New RAVE Soccer Pitch
A mini soccer pitch at the Northshore YMCA was unveiled, expanding access to sports for local youth. Developed in partnership with RAVE Foundation, U.S. Soccer Foundation, and Delta Air Lines, the space encourages play, connection, and belonging.
Youth Development
The Y nurtures the potential of every young person by supporting their unique development journey through holistic programming. From cradle to career, the Y provides all youth with the tools and resources they need to succeed in life. In 2025, we continued to grow the number of young people served.
Summer Day & Overnight Camp
Inspiring curiosity, friendships, and a lifelong connection to the great outdoors.
- Summer Day Camp served 7,500+ children at 40+ sites.
- Overnight Camp welcomed 25,000 participants, including 4,000+ summer campers.
- Outdoor programs provided 1.6 million hours of youth experiences, a new annual record.
Outdoor & Environmental Stewardship
Fostering leadership and environmental stewardship through outdoor experiences.
- Outdoor Environmental Education engaged 10,000+ participants through field trips and BOLD & GOLD.
- Y Earth Service Corps connected 1,200+ students with environmental programming.
- Climbing and Challenge Programs engaged nearly 7,000 participants.
Building Community Outdoors
More than 1,000 youth participated in BOLD & GOLD outdoor leadership experiences across Washington. Throughout the year, they camped, hiked, climbed, paddled, and explored three national parks, two national forests, and twelve state parks. Together, they spent nearly 3,000 nights camping, hiked 7,400 miles, and fueled their adventures with 350+ pounds of trail mix, building leadership, resilience, community, and a lifelong connection to the outdoors.
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Child Care & Enrichment
Supporting children and families through high-quality early learning and enrichment.
- Early Education Centers served 600+ children, with 1 in 3 receiving financial support.
- Before-and After-School Enrichment (BASE) expanded capacity at 40% of our nearly 60 sites.
- School Break Camp provided 10 free days for full-time BASE participants.
Youth & Teen Programs
Preparing young people with leadership, civic engagement, and real-world skills.
- Youth & Government (Y&G) engaged 1,459 youth in statewide civics education through the Mock Trial and Legislature programs.
- Y Scholars college readiness program celebrated a 100% success rate, with all 86 graduates continuing their education in college.
Youth Sports
Inspiring teamwork, healthy competition, and a lifelong love of being active.
- Basketball Programs engaged 2,800 youth.
- Martial Arts Programs served 474 participants.
- Soccer for Success, a free program, engaged 262 youth.
- Our sports programs overall kept 6,560 kids active and moving
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IMPACT STORY
Discover how one volunteer coach helped create connection, belonging, and opportunity for families on and off the court.
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Health & Wellness
Health happens in community. Whether learning to swim, joining a fitness class, managing chronic conditions, or staying active later in life, Whole Person Health programs help people build healthier habits, stronger connections, and a greater sense of belonging.
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Aquatics Programs
Creating safer swimmers while promoting health, recreation, and fun for all ages.
- Swim Lessons served 11,357 youth and 1,244 adults.
- Financial Assistance provided 8,000+ lessons for nearly 3,000 swimmers.
- Water Safety Day welcomed 200+ participants to our pools.
- Lifeguard Certification trained 250 future lifeguards.
Sports & Fitness
Supporting healthier lifestyles through movement, recreation, and community.
- Group Fitness welcomed 433,561 participants to 671 classes in 60 format options.
- Personal Training delivered 4,707 training sessions.
- Active Older Adults enjoyed 50+ fitness offerings each month.
- Adult Sports offered nine recreational sport options.
Chronic Disease Prevention
Advancing health through prevention and disease management.
- Prevention Programs enrolled 870+ participants.
- Health Outreach Workshops reached 950+ participants.
- Y Membership provided 1,700+ health referrals.
- Community Hub Navigators connected 280 people to resources.
- The ACT! Program served 200+ kids and their families.
"The Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) single-handedly changed my life for the better, teaching me what it means to take care of yourself and that it’s never too late to get healthy. Thanks to the DPP, I not only gained valuable knowledge about my health, but I’ve also successfully lowered my A1C – a goal that felt daunting at first but became achievable with your encouragement and expertise as well as my classmates.
I want to give a shoutout to my classmates. Their support, shared experiences, and motivation made this journey even more meaningful. It’s been truly inspiring to witness everyone’s progress, and I’m grateful to have been a part of such a dedicated and uplifting community." ~DPP participant
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IMPACT STORY
What began as a fitness class became a journey of belonging, cultural pride, and creating community for others.
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Social Impact
The Social Impact Center provides comprehensive support services in behavioral health, foster care, and housing, helping youth and young adults navigate life’s most critical transitions. Serving people impacted by trauma, adversity, and systemic inequities, the center takes a wraparound approach that promotes healing and resilience.
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Behavioral Health Services
Delivering trauma-informed care that promotes healing, resilience, and mental well-being.
- Crisis Outreach (CCORS) reached 1,405 individuals.
- Outpatient Mental Health served 1,977 individuals, a 9% increase.
- Education Enhancement enrolled 65 future counselors and graduated 18.
Food Assistance
Expanding access to nutritious food through community partnerships.
- 566,418 meals were served across King County.
- Federal Nutrition Programs provided 137,234 meals.
- Food Lifeline distributed 48,349 pounds of food and 14,817 meals.
- Weekend Meal Kits provided 7,450 kits to local families.
Foster Care Services
Strengthening families and helping children and youth find safe, stable homes.
- Foster Home Recruitment increased 11%, with 61 active licensed homes.
- Adolescent Transitional Living served 858 youth.
- Family support programs helped children and youth move toward permanency.
Community Engagement & Impact
Mobilizing volunteers, partners, and resources to strengthen communities.
- Volunteer engagement increased 40%, supporting 14 impact projects.
- Level Up welcomed 147 participants and 65 community partners.
- Essential kits helped meet basic needs, with 4,000 clothing, food, and hygiene kits distributed.
- Sponsorships and in-kind donations totaling $25,000+ expanded participant support and services.
Violence Prevention Program
Interrupting cycles of violence through relationships and early intervention.
- Firearm Safety Initiative distributed 200+ gun lock boxes.
- School-Based Mentorship reached 21 local schools.
- Life Skills Programs served more than 50 participants.
- Back-to-School Supply Drives equipped 850 students.
- Holiday Hygiene Kits distribution provided 600+ kits.
- Meal Distribution efforts served 20,000+ healthy meals.
Housing & Homeless Services
Creating safe housing and wraparound support that leads to lasting stability.
- Housing and Homeless Services supported 2,201 individuals.
- The Homeless Prevention Diversion Fund helped 150 individuals in Pierce County avoid homelessness.
- Housing Stability was achieved by 53% of participants exiting our housing programs.
- Transitional Housing maintained 93% occupancy throughout the year.
Participant Satisfaction
The Y Social Impact Center continued to gather and respond to participant feedback, achieving an overall satisfaction score of 4.64 out of 5.0 — an increase of 3% over the previous year.
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IMPACT STORY
From housing insecurity to community leadership, one young adult's journey reflects the power of support and opportunity.
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Partners in Purpose
Every contribution makes a difference. Regardless if through monthly giving, legacy gifts, in-kind support, or volunteer time, our partners’ generosity is vital to advancing our mission.
In 2025, more than 4,600 generous supporters came together to increase access, promote equity, and build stronger communities across our region.
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Volunteers
Giving time, talent, and leadership to strengthen communities.
- 1,144 volunteers supported the Y.
- 44,098 volunteer hours were contributed.
- 163 policy volunteers served on Boards and Advisory Boards.
Corporate Partners
Investing in communities through funding, volunteerism, and shared purpose.
- $1.5 million was invested by corporate partners.
- Sponsorships expanded access to Y programs.
- Volunteerism and matching gifts strengthened community impact.
Foundation & Grant Partners
Expanding life-changing programs through foundation and public funding.
- $7.9 million was awarded through grants and public funding.
- Housing and food access programs received critical support.
- Camp properties benefited from partner investments.
Monthly Giving Program
The Neighborhood is the Y's monthly giving program, providing reliable support that helps children, families, and individuals thrive.
In 2025, 155 monthly donors demonstrated the lasting impact of sustained generosity across our communities.
Planned Giving
Planned Giving helps ensure the YMCA remains a place of belonging, opportunity, and support for generations to come.
In 2025, the Heritage Club grew to 265 members, while more than 4,600 donors helped strengthen communities and expand opportunity across our region.
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THANK YOU
Every story, statistic, and success in this report reflects the generosity of our community. Thank you for helping make it possible.
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