A mother and daughter participate in swimming lessons for toddlers at the indoor swimming pool in the YMCA in Chester County A mother and daughter participate in swimming lessons for toddlers at the indoor swimming pool in the YMCA in Chester County

From safe spaces to academic achievement to family well-being and more, when you donate to the Y, you are giving those in need the opportunity to thrive. 

 

How to Get Involved

Ways to Give

With the help of committed supporters like you, we can continue to reach more children, families and seniors in our community with life-changing programs and services. Gifts come in all shapes and sizes – from online contributions and planned gifts to stock donations and corporate gifts. Every dollar donated has a lasting impact on our community. Give today, for a better us!
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Volunteer

Volunteers play a key role in advancing our YMCA mission. By volunteering, you can shape the future of the work we do in our community. We need your talents, creativity, and insights to help make our YMCA the best it can be! Opportunities range from one-time tasks to committee involvement to serving on a branch advisory board.
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YMCA Impact

Want to learn more about the great work the YMCA is doing in our community? Check out past publications including our Impact Newsletter and Annual Reports.
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The YMCA is the only non-profit in Chester County dedicated to strengthening community and partners with organizations and individuals to provide programming and offerings centered around the pillars of youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

In supporting the YMCA, you will benefit from association with a recognized and respected organization with a global brand presence while ensuring your contribution directly impacts your employees, neighbors and friends within Chester County. With a wide range of programming and offerings, everyone can find something they love at the YMCA. YGBW annually serves between 10–15% of Chester County residents through life-changing programming. View our annual campaign toolkit and get started strengthening community today.

Download our 2024 Impact Infographic


Have a general question? Please email our  Philanthropy Department .

 

 

Why the Y?

 

YES! Our Y Achievers program where our local teens set and achieve educational and career goals with mentorship, skill-building and workforce development opportunities. Learn More (PDF)

Every $1 invested saves our state nearly $7!