Building a Healthier, More Connected Community
Across Pierce and Kitsap counties, the YMCA is working every day to create opportunities for people to thrive.
The YMCA addresses community needs by:
- Creating spaces for people struggling with loneliness and isolation to find connection and friendship
- Investing in safe spaces for teens to gather and be surrounded by mentors
- Giving children opportunities for real-world play, movement, and connection
- Surrounding kids with caring adults, coaches, and mentors who provide encouragement and consistency
- Providing evidence-based programs that support people living with chronic disease
- Offering affordable early learning and childcare opportunities
- Engaging active older adults through social connection and fitness programs
Our Reach Across Pierce and Kitsap Counties
In 2025, the YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties served more than 130,000 people through nine community centers, 21 childcare locations, three early learning centers, and two outdoor camps.
families participating in youth sports programs
youth in foster care receiving free YMCA memberships
meals served to teens through the Late Nite program
scholarships awarded each month to support access to the Y
participants building healthier lives through chronic disease programs
Community Partners Making a Difference
The YMCA partners with organizations including Clover Park School District, Tacoma Public Schools, Parks Tacoma, Pierce County Juvenile Court, Boys & Girls Clubs of South Puget Sound, and Greentrike to support youth mentorship, enriching activities, and safe spaces for young people.
Ways to Partner with the Y
Organizations support the YMCA in several ways, helping expand programs and strengthen communities.
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The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties works to remove barriers so people across our community can access programs that support health, connection, and opportunity.
Last year, the YMCA invested $3.7 million to help ensure that neighbors facing financial challenges could participate in YMCA programs.
Support from donors and corporate partners helps sustain programs serving youth, families, and older adults throughout Pierce and Kitsap counties.
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Businesses can support the YMCA through corporate giving initiatives that inspire community generosity.
Opportunities include:
- Kitsap Great Give
- An online, day-of-giving, held annually in March and primarily targeting Kitsap County residents.
- Giving Tuesday
- An international online day of giving held after Thanksgiving with goodwill locally and nationally.
- Employer Matching Gift Programs
- Many employers offer matching gifts. Check if yours will match or start a program with the YMCA.
- Community Need Partnerships
- The YMCA meets local community needs and welcomes partnerships to support what matters most to you.
- Kitsap Great Give
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The YMCA hosts events that bring together community supporters and raise funds for programs serving youth and families.
Event sponsorship opportunities include:
- Golf Tournament for Teens
- A golf tournament powering Community Learning Centers and teen leadership programs.
- Center for Community Impact Evening of Excellence
- A dinner that feeds potential through the YMCA’s Center for Community Impact and outreach in local schools.
- Compassion in Action Gala
- A special fundraising night filled with inspiring stories, community and fun
- Healthy Kids Day
- For 30 plus years, YMCAs have hosted free April events to inspire kids and families to stay active.
- Golf Tournament for Teens
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YMCA youth sports programs help young athletes build confidence, learn teamwork, and develop healthy habits.
Programs include:
- Soccer
- Basketball
- Flag football
- T-ball
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Corporate memberships provide organizations with an employee wellness benefit while supporting community programs.
Membership access includes:
- YMCA community centers across Pierce and Kitsap counties
- Strength and cardio equipment
- Aquatics centers and swim lessons
- Group fitness classes
- Youth and family programs
- Evidence-based health programs
- YMCA360 digital fitness platform
The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties works to remove barriers so people across our community can access programs that support health, connection, and opportunity.
Last year, the YMCA invested $3.7 million to help ensure that neighbors facing financial challenges could participate in YMCA programs.
Support from donors and corporate partners helps sustain programs serving youth, families, and older adults throughout Pierce and Kitsap counties.
Businesses can support the YMCA through corporate giving initiatives that inspire community generosity.
Opportunities include:
- Kitsap Great Give
- An online, day-of-giving, held annually in March and primarily targeting Kitsap County residents.
- Giving Tuesday
- An international online day of giving held after Thanksgiving with goodwill locally and nationally.
- Employer Matching Gift Programs
- Many employers offer matching gifts. Check if yours will match or start a program with the YMCA.
- Community Need Partnerships
- The YMCA meets local community needs and welcomes partnerships to support what matters most to you.
The YMCA hosts events that bring together community supporters and raise funds for programs serving youth and families.
Event sponsorship opportunities include:
- Golf Tournament for Teens
- A golf tournament powering Community Learning Centers and teen leadership programs.
- Center for Community Impact Evening of Excellence
- A dinner that feeds potential through the YMCA’s Center for Community Impact and outreach in local schools.
- Compassion in Action Gala
- A special fundraising night filled with inspiring stories, community and fun
- Healthy Kids Day
- For 30 plus years, YMCAs have hosted free April events to inspire kids and families to stay active.
YMCA youth sports programs help young athletes build confidence, learn teamwork, and develop healthy habits.
Programs include:
- Soccer
- Basketball
- Flag football
- T-ball
Corporate memberships provide organizations with an employee wellness benefit while supporting community programs.
Membership access includes:
- YMCA community centers across Pierce and Kitsap counties
- Strength and cardio equipment
- Aquatics centers and swim lessons
- Group fitness classes
- Youth and family programs
- Evidence-based health programs
- YMCA360 digital fitness platform
