The Y is an inclusive organization joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility.
For over 170 years, the YMCA has served communities in the Metro Detroit region through programs and services where children and families can grow.
Our Purpose Defines Us
We know that lasting personal and social change comes about when we all work together. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.
Our YMCA is a vital partner in the development of thriving communities.
Our dynamic, cause-driven leadership bring the Y’s mission to life in their work every day.
Our partners support the Y’s mission, programs and services across the U.S. and around the world.
Our Strength is in Community
When you are part of the Y you become part of a community and an organization that is actively and visibly improving outcomes for all.
The Y is a nonprofit like no other. We strengthen communities by connecting people to their potential, purpose and each other. In 10,000 communities across the country, the YMCA has the presence and partnerships not only to promise but to deliver positive change.
We are committed to ensuring that our members, program participants, donors, volunteers and team members feel a sense of achievement, connection and belonging. As with everything we do, we are guided by our core values of caring, honesty, inclusion, respect, and responsibility—values that compel us to recognize the value of every person and to be an organization for all.
The Y is community centered.
For over 170 years, we’ve been listening and responding to our communities.
The Y brings people together.
We connect people of all ages and backgrounds to bridge the gaps in community needs.
The Y nurtures potential.
We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.
The Y has local presence and global reach.
We mobilize local communities to effect lasting, meaningful change.
Our Impact is Felt Every Day
With a mission based on Judeo-Christian principles, the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is a Michigan 501(c)3, secular not for profit community organization dedicated to putting its principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all. Our impact is felt when an individual makes a healthy choice, when a volunteer mentor inspires a child, when a community comes together for the common good.