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Discover endless possibilities for health and happiness at the Gateway Region YMCA. Whether you're making a splash in our pools or breaking a sweat in group classes, our 24 locations in St. Louis and Southwest Illinois are your gateway to a healthier you.
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Make a Splash with Water Safety This May!
May is National Water Safety Month! The Y is committed to keeping families safe around water. Learn essential water safety tips, take the Water Watcher pledge, and sign your kids up for swim lessons. Drowning is preventable; let's work together to keep our children safe this summer!
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Youth Development
Trout Lodge & Camp Lakewood
Addressing Common Concerns About Summer Camp
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Trout Lodge & Camp Lakewood
Unplugged: The Transformative Benefits of Summer Camp for Kids
Wed, 03/06/2024 - 09:39
STRENGTHENING COMMUNITY IS OUR CAUSE
Founded in 1853, the Gateway Region YMCA serves nearly 300,000 individuals in the bi-state region. In 2022, our YMCA celebrated
♥ $2.27 Million in Financial Assistance
given to those in need to participate in Y programs.
♥ 4,698 Children Equipped
with drowning prevention skills through discounted swim lessons, swim outreach programming, and Safety Around Water school collaborations.
♥ 720,000 Pounds of Food Given to 3,000 Families
through Good Food for All, a program in cooperation with Partnership for a Healthier America.
♥ 386 Participants in YMCA Healthy Lifestyles Programming
including the YMCA's Diabetes Prevention Program, Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Program, Exercise for Parkinson's Program, LiveSTRONG® at the YMCA, and Starting the Conversation.
♥ 2,700 Volunteers
gave 40,868 volunteer hours to serve and strengthen their community.
♥ 562 Individuals Served
through Inclusion & Adaptive Support Services, including 86 Integrated Fitness participants.