Our Y has been strengthening the Silicon Valley community for 157 years and counting. In 2023, we built on our legacy through partnerships that made us stronger together. We are especially proud of how together, with the help of our partners, stakeholders and volunteers, we improved the health of our members; engaged and empowered our youth; and nourished our neighbors.
Many families living in Silicon Valley rely on free or low-cost school meal programs. One in four kids are food insecure or may not know where their next meal is coming from in Santa Clara County. A school break can mean going hungry. Our Y is a USDA food program sponsor, distributing meals and snacks to youth and their families at after school and summer sites, Y branches and community partner locations. In our efforts to combat hunger and social isolation, we are proud to include food distribution and meals served to older adults and vulnerable seniors.
Too many students in our community face an achievement gap that keeps them from succeeding in school, especially those children from under-resourced households. Our Y’s academic enrichment programs provide a safe place for all children to reach their fullest potential, promote learning recovery, and provide a space to connect and engage with their peers.
YMCA Project Cornerstone’s programs and resources address the noticeable increase in anxiety, depression, and loneliness seen among youth and adults by giving them a framework for personal development and success, establishing healthy developmental relationships with others, and creating safe, supportive, and affirming families, schools, and communities.
provided a sense of community, while improving member fitness and well-being.
worked out at our YMCAs for a total of 1,204,856 visits.
learned how to swim at the Y, gaining a potentially life-saving skill.
participated in our day and resident camps providing a needed retreat from the stress throughout the year.
The YMCA's Senior Nutrition program in Gilroy and Morgan Hill offers a lifeline for seniors facing food insecurity. Each day, seniors gather for hot, nutritious meals, fostering a vibrant community filled with laughter and friendship. Beyond providing sustenance, the program creates a supportive environment where seniors feel valued and empowered to live fuller lives.
"I've seen firsthand the incredible impact of our Senior Nutrition food program," shared Leo Khooshabeh, Mt Madonna YMCA's Senior Nutrition Program Director. "I'm proud to be part of a team dedicated to nourishing both body and soul, and witnessing the transformative power of compassion and community."
The YMCA Thingamajig® Invention Convention fosters and sustains excitement for STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) exploration during the summer – opening the doors to strategic thinking, creative expression, and promising careers. This past summer, over 600 Y Camp youth from Redwood City to Gilroy gathered together to create and present their innovations that solved practical everyday problems using only 100% recycled materials.
In the words of Martin, one of our young Thingamajig participants, "I cannot believe I won, this is the best camp day ever!"
When 70-year-old Elenor had a small stroke, she felt hopeless and found each day a challenge. She discovered that the YMCA in her neighborhood offered a class on Stroke Awareness helping stroke survivors rebuild themselves in an atmosphere of support and community. Elenor was overjoyed with the results. "It’s a wonderful place to reclaim your life," she says. "I feel like there’s hope. The Y is so community-focused... I just wish I started years ago.”
YMCA of Silicon Valley board and staff leaders established goals to strengthen our collective efforts to build a more equitable Y and community. The following Commitment to Equity statement embodies our promise:
YMCA of Silicon Valley is committed to advancing equity for all so that you have an opportunity to reach your full potential and live life to its fullest. We nurture and intentionally promote a culture free of bias and injustice. We recognize the uniqueness of each individual person and celebrate all dimensions of diversity. We are committed to dismantling oppressive systems and hold ourselves accountable to identify and put in place long term policies designed to eliminate racism and inequity. You are valued and respected by the Y.
| PUBLIC SUPPORT | |
 Contributions |
5,569,800 |
 Fees & Grants from Government Agencies |
16,007,900 |
| Total Support | $21,577,700 |
| EARNED REVENUE | |
 Memberships |
15,247,800 |
 Programs, Child Care and Camping |
21,375,400 |
 Investment Income |
1,077,600 |
 Miscellaneous Revenue |
727,200 |
| Total Revenue | $38,427,900 |
| Total Public Support & Revenue | $60,005,600 |
| PROGRAM EXPENSES | |
| Healthy Living |
17,824,400 |
 Youth Development & Families |
30,090,500 |
| Total Program Services | $47,914,900 |
| ALLOCATED EXPENSES | |
| Supporting Services to Programs |
9,994,200 |
 Depreciation, Amortization & Other |
6,692,200 |
| Total Allocated Expenses | $16,686,400 |
| Total Program Services & Allocated Expenses |
$64,601,300 |
I've been living out of my car for the last five years and I can tell by the way the employees look at me, that they respect me just like any of the other patrons that pay full price. The YMCA has really helped me to stay in shape from swimming, weights, basketball, or my favorite, yoga.
I love the spirit of the Y! It's been my village, my tribe, since 2003, and especially so through the pandemic shutdown. It's a bright and cheerful environment. The classes have warm welcoming, well-trained instructors.
The work our Y does every day is only possible thanks to the guidance, support, and leadership shown by our dedicated Board of Directors and entire staff team.
CENTRAL YMCA
San Jose, CA
EAST VALLEY FAMILY YMCA
San Jose, CA
EL CAMINO YMCA
Mountain View, CA
LEWIS AND JOAN PLATT EAST PALO ALTO FAMILY YMCA
East Palo Alto, CA
MT. MADONNA YMCA
Morgan Hill and Gilroy, CA
CITY OF MORGAN HILL CENTENNIAL RECREATION CENTER
Operated in part by Mt. Madonna YMCA Morgan Hill, CA
NORTHWEST YMCA
Cupertino, CA
PALO ALTO FAMILY YMCA
Palo Alto, CA
SEQUOIA YMCA
Redwood City, CA
SOUTH VALLEY FAMILY YMCA
San Jose, CA
SOUTHWEST YMCA
Saratoga, CA
YMCA CAMP CAMPBELL
Boulder Creek, CA
YMCA PROJECT CORNERSTONE
Serving Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
Serving Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties
10 Health and Wellness Facilities
1 Resident Camp
11 Aquatic Centers
89 School Campuses with Before/After School Enrichment Programs
174 School Campuses with YMCA Project Cornerstone Programs
38 Child Nutrition Sites
2 Senior Nutrition Sites
225+ Community Partners including Hospitals, Government,
Nonprofits, Foundations and Corporations
To strengthen our community by improving the quality of life and inspiring individuals and families to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind and body.
YMCA OF SILICON VALLEY | 550 S Winchester Blvd, Ste 250, San Jose, CA 95128
Telephone : 408-351-6400 | Email : info@ymcasv.org
YMCA of Silicon Valley is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit social services organization dedicated to Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility. (EIN 94-1156318)
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