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Your Community's Partner in Youth Development, Health, and Social Responsibility
The Family Y has served the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA) for over 165 years, dedicated to building healthier communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Our programs reflect Judeo-Christian values while embracing inclusivity, offering services across 50+ locations including wellness centers, Camp Lakeside, and after-school care at 27 schools. We provide $2 million in annual scholarships, deliver 2,000 beds through our A Place To Dream Program, and have distributed 3.1 million meals via Cheryls Kitchen Food Program since 2020.Our mission focuses on nurturing youth potential, promoting balanced well-being, and fostering community engagement through volunteerism and donations. With 8 counties served and 19 summer camp locations, we combine tradition with innovation to address evolving community needs.
Services
Youth Development Programs
Healthy Living Initiatives
Social Responsibility Programs
Camp Lakeside
Cheryl's Kitchen Food Program
Prime Time After-School Care
Virtual YMCA Access
Adapted Aquatics
Community Volunteer Opportunities
Financial Assistance Programs
Highlights and features
- We have a 166-year legacy of service in the CSRA region
- We operate 50+ locations including 9 wellness facilities and Camp Lakeside
- We award $2 million annually in scholarships to underserved families
- Our Cheryl's Kitchen Food Program has served 3.1 million meals since 2020
- We offer virtual programming accessible to all members at no additional cost
Services
Youth Development Programs
Our Prime Time program delivers structured after-school care at 27 elementary schools, focusing on academic support, character development, and physical activity. Certified staff provide homework assistance, enrichment activities, and nutritious snacks while emphasizing safety and positive social interaction.
Healthy Living Initiatives
We offer comprehensive wellness programs including fitness classes, personal training, and adapted aquatics at 9 regional facilities. Our initiatives promote physical health through evidence-based programs like LIVESTRONG at the Y for cancer survivors and diabetes prevention workshops.
Social Responsibility Programs
Through volunteer opportunities and partnership programs, we foster community engagement. Our initiatives include the A Place To Dream bed distribution program, which has delivered 2,000 beds to children since 2017, and citizenship development programs for youth.
Camp Lakeside
Our 100-acre Lake Thurmond facility offers traditional summer camps with swimming, team sports, and environmental education. Specialized programs include teen leadership camps, family weekends, and adaptive programs for children with special needs across 19 summer locations.
Cheryl's Kitchen Food Program
This critical program addresses food insecurity through daily meal distribution, mobile food pantries, and nutrition education. Since March 2020, we've served 3.1 million meals to children and adults through community partnerships and school-based initiatives.
Questions
What youth development programs do you offer?
We provide after-school care at 27 schools through our Prime Time program, sports leagues, swim teams, and character-building activities focused on leadership and responsibility.
What wellness facilities are available?
We operate 9 wellness facilities across the CSRA with fitness equipment, group exercise classes, personal training, and adapted aquatics programs for all ability levels.
How do you support food-insecure families?
Our Cheryl's Kitchen Food Program has distributed 3.1 million meals since 2020 through community partnerships and mobile food distribution initiatives.
What financial assistance options exist?
We award $2 million annually in scholarships based on household income, covering membership fees, program costs, and camp tuition for qualifying families.
Do you offer virtual programming?
All members receive free access to Virtual Y resources including fitness classes, educational content, and wellness resources accessible from any device.
What outdoor recreation opportunities are available?
Camp Lakeside provides 100 acres of outdoor activities including swimming, team sports, and environmental education programs at our Lake Thurmond location.
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