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The Y For Youth Development
Lilly loves coming to the Y after school. When she finishes her homework (and has it checked by one of our staff) it’s on to arts and crafts, where, along with her friends, she’ll create masterpieces for the refrigerator at home. |
The Y For
Youth Development
Lilly loves coming to the Y after school. When she finishes her homework (and has it checked by one of our staff) it’s on to arts and crafts, where, along with her friends, she’ll create masterpieces for the refrigerator at home.
We believe the values and skills learned early on are vital building blocks for life. Because of the Y, more young people in neighborhoods around the nation are taking a greater interest in learning and making smarter life choices. At the Y, children and teens learn values and positive behaviors, and can explore their unique talents and interests, helping them realize their potential. That makes for confident kids today and contributing and engaged adults tomorrow.
Child Care
With so many demands on today’s families and the increased focus on early brain development, families need all the support they can get to nurture the potential of youth. That’s why child care and early learning programs at the Y focus on holistically nurturing child development by providing a safe and healthy place to learn foundational skills, develop healthy, trusting relationships and build self-reliance through the Y values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
Education & Leadership
All kids have great potential. At the Y, a leading nonprofit strengthening community through youth development, we work every day to help them set and achieve personal and educational goals. Millions of children and teens build skills and confidence as they explore new interests and passions at through the Y. Leadership and academic enrichment programs such as tutoring, Achievers Clubs, Youth and Government and college preparation, make sure that every child has an opportunity to envision and pursue the best possible future.
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Swim, Sports & Play
The Y is the starting point for many youth to learn about becoming and staying active, and developing healthy habits they’ll carry with them throughout their lives. And the benefits are far greater than just physical health. Whether it’s gaining the confidence that comes from learning to swim or building the positive relationships that lead to good sportsmanship and teamwork, participating in sports at the Y is about building the whole child, from the inside out.
Camp
Overnight, day or specialty camps at the Y share one thing: they’re about discovery. Kids have the opportunity to explore nature, find new talents, try new activities, gain independence, and make lasting friendships and memories. And, of course, it’s fun too.
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