The Yonkers Family YMCA has served our community since 1881 providing childcare, swim lessons, fitness and educational programs for all ages. In all of the programs we strive to improve the quality of life for you and your family. The Yonkers Family YMCA is a not for profit, United Way agency and will not turn anyone away due to the inability to pay program fees. Financial assistance is available and is based on individual needs. The Yonkers Family YMCA is dedicated to the development of the whole person…one’s spirit, mind and body. Not only does the YMCA provide a gathering place for men, women and children, but we have also played a significant role in American history. You’re probably not aware that the YMCA was responsible for the invention of such popular sports like basketball, volleyball and racquetball. We’ve also pioneered such activities as camping, physical fitness and swimming lessons. Today the YMCA as a whole is the largest not-for-profit community service organization. While serving more than 30 million people, a YMCA can be found in 120 countries. In the United States alone, we work to meet the social service and health needs of 19.9 million men, women and children.