Find Your Passion.
Find Your Y.
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.
FIND A YMCA NEAR YOU
WHAT WE DO
YMCA Programs
STRENGTHENING COMMUNITY IS OUR CAUSE
Founded in 1853, the Gateway Region YMCA serves nearly 265,000 individuals in the bi-state region. In 2023, our YMCA celebrated
♥ $2.44 Million in Direct Financial Assistance
given to those in need to participate in Y programs.
♥ 5,023 Children Equipped
with drowning prevention skills through discounted swim lessons, swim outreach programming, and Safety Around Water school collaborations.
♥ 11,639 Youth Served in Out-of-School Programs
providing a safe environment for kids to thrive before and after the bell rings.
♥ 694 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.
♥ 440 Campus Y at Washington University College Students
participated in 23 active programs with 50 community partners, providing support to the St. Louis community through blood drives, educational enrichment, tutoring, and mentoring youth.
♥ 503 Adaptive Sports Participants,
231 Day Camp campers, and 255 Y Club participants served through our Inclusion & Adaptive Support Services department.