About Us

About Us

We are elevating quality of life in Greater Austin by boldly expanding access for all children, adults, families & seniors in our dynamically growing community.

In a region evolving as rapidly as Greater Austin, the idea of “keeping” takes on special significance. It implies consistency, dependability and an ongoing commitment to learn, grow and innovate. “Keeping Greater Austin Communities Strong” is what we are all about.

Surrounded by so much change, the Y matters more than ever because:

That’s why we launched YMCA Tomorrow Academy early education centers across the community to serve up to 1,000 children by 2030.

That’s why we continue investing in YMCA Project SAFE, teaching more than 25,000 area kids for free since 2009 and maintaining our role as the region’s leading swim instructor.

It’s why our Youth Sports Leagues create welcoming, inclusive environments where nearly 4,500 kids annually learn fundamentals that start their path to a lifetime of fun, friendship and health.

As one of the region’s largest youth employers, we hire more than 600 teens into their first jobs and help develop leadership skills through hands-on programslike the Best Buy Teen Tech Center and YMCA Youth & Government.

As we age, exercise becomes critical in preventing chronic disease, reducing stress and improving wellbeing.

By scaling Greater Austin YMCA Counseling across our service area, we are meeting people where they are to help them find new ways to thrive in an ever-changing world.

Yes, Greater Austin is changing. But through it all, pillars of community like the Y help ground us. We provide stability and a solid foundation from which we can ALL grow to our full potential.

We are truly Keeping Greater Austin happy… healthy… and strong.

When you are part of the Y you become part of a community and an organization that is actively and visibly improving outcomes for all. Today, we are continually listening and innovating to better address issues like health disparities, learning gaps, inequities, social isolation, food insecurity and more.

We work daily to ensure that our members, program participants, donors, volunteers and team members feel genuinely welcome, encouraged and supported. The Greater Austin YMCA is committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in every community we serve. As with everything we do, we are guided by our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility and faith—values that compel us to recognize the dignity of every person and to be a multicultural and inclusive organization.

Building the foundations to power positive change

Strategic Vision 2030

Our 2030 Strategic Plan places a priority on elevating our work for greater impact on children, individuals & families. Through programming in more than 70 locations, the Greater Austin YMCA is uniquely positioned to bring together caring people who are dedicated to improving health and empowering youth & families.

Philanthropy

As a nonprofit community enterprise, the Y raises the dollars needed to give everyone the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive, regardless of age, gender, race, faith, ability level, income, orientation or background. Financial assistance ensures no one is turned away due to economic circumstances.

Leadership

We believe it takes collaboration and teamwork to create lasting, meaningful change. That’s why the Greater Austin YMCA develops staff and volunteer leaders with purpose, who work together to make an impact every day. Get to know the dedicated people who serve our community.

Careers

Are you looking for a career that inspires you? Imagine going to work knowing that what you do positively affects the lives of the people in your community. Working at the Y, you’ll discover more than a job – you’ll enjoy the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you.

Annual Reports

The Y is where our community gets healthy, where critical needs are met, where kids find their way, where equity is in action, and where communities thrive! Here you can find more information on the impact that the Y has in our community, and how your support makes that possible.

History

Looking at the Greater Austin YMCA today, it would be easy to assume the road has always been a smooth one. But it is important to recognize that our success today has come over 70 years of toil, struggle and triumph over adversity, all motivated by one guiding principle – the YMCA Mission.