Welcome to the YMCA of Greater Seattle! We’re an inclusive organization of men, women and children with a shared commitment to nurture the potential of youth, promote healthy living and foster social responsibility.
Our Cause & Community Presence
At the Y, strengthening community is our cause. We work side-by-side with our neighbors throughout King and south Snohomish counties to help kids and families thrive – and apply their positive behaviors and goals at home, school, the workplace and beyond. 13 branches 2 overnight camps More than 200 program sites
Our Mission
Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind and body.
We live our mission daily, one person and relationship at a time:
• Reaching 234,170 people of all backgrounds, abilities and financial circumstances
• Nurturing 96,009 children and teens to develop their gifts and give back to our community
• Engaging 18,746 volunteers who contribute 344,196 hours of service each year
• Working with community donors investing $9.7 million in local kids and families
Everyone is Welcome
The Y is a membership organization open to all people. We welcome women, men, girls and boys of all ages, races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations and financial circumstances. Our programs and branches embrace diversity, reflecting the people and needs of our communities.
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The mission of the Native American Center of Excellence (NACOE) at the University of Montana College of Health Professions and Biomedical Sciences is to facilitate the identification, recruitment, re ...
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