About the YMCA
The YMCA is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) social services organization dedicated to building strong kids, strong families and strong communities.
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YMCA Diversity - Everyone Is Welcome
The YMCA is a membership organization, and welcomes women and men, girls and boys of all ages, races, ethnicities, religions, sexual orientations, abilities and financial circumstances. Our YMCAs reflect the needs of the communities we serve. Financial assistance is offered within available resources.
YMCA Mission and Values
The mission of the YMCA of Metropolitan Minneapolis is to develop the total person-spirit, mind and body-through character development programs that build strong kids, strong families, and strong communities.
The mission of the YMCA of Greater Saint Paul is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
Caring, honesty, respect and responsibility are the foundational values of all YMCA programs and services. The YMCA is for people of all faiths, races, ages, sexual orientations, abilities, and incomes. The doors of the YMCA are open to everyone!
YMCA History and Archives
The YMCA was founded in London in 1844 by George Williams and a small group of his friends to help young people find a positive foundation for their lives The YMCA came to America in Boston in 1851, and quickly spread throughout the United States.
The YMCA of Greater Saint Paul was established in 1856. Read the YMCA of Greater Saint Paul Commemorative History.
The YMCA of Metropolitan Minneapolis traces its origin back to 1866. Read the YMCA of Metropolitan Minneapolis Commemorative History.
Over the years, the YMCA of Greater Saint Paul and Metropolitan Minneapolis responded to the changing needs of our communities. Today the YMCA serves men, women, boys and girls of all faiths, races, ages, abilities, and incomes in our mission to build strong kids, strong families and strong communities.
You can learn more through the
YMCA Archives, hosted at the University of Minnesota.
Personal Pricing Plans and Disability Accommodations
Annual Reports & Financial Information
YMCA of Greater Saint Paul
YMCA of Metropolitan Minneapolis
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