Welcome to the Y

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The Y. So Much More TM Throughout Ventura and its surrounding communities, countless people know about the Ventura Family YMCA. But, there’s so much more to our Y than one might think. From exercise to education, from aerobics to advocacy, from fitness to financial assistance, the Y doesn’t just strengthen our bodies, it strengthens our communities. The Y is so much more than a gym. It’s a cause, dedicated to youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. For 133 years, we’ve been proud to help our neighbors learn, grow and thrive. Yet we’re called to do so much more. Every day, our local communities face new challenges which create a greater need for the work that we do. Fortunately, where some see obstacles, we see opportunities for our members, volunteers, and staff to make a difference. But, we need your philanthropic support to seize these opportunities.

TOGETHER, WE CAN ACHIEVE SO MUCH MORE!

The Channel Islands YMCA is a charitable organization providing programs based upon Christian principles to men, women and children of all ages, races, religious beliefs and economic status to develop and enrich the spirit, mind, and body.

Strengthening communities. 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. There is no other nonprofit quite like the Y. In 10,000 neighborhoods across the nation, we have the presence and partnerships to not just promise, but to deliver, lasting personal and social change.