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501 grand ave.

des moines, IA 50309

(515) 282-9622

www.dmymca.org

 

Our Impact

1868

year the ymca was founded in Des Moines.

140

resident capacity at ymca supportive housing campus.

18,000

Individuals receiving scholarships for membership and programs.

 

Mission

To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

Key Services Provided

The Y focuses on creating community impact in three key areas: youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. YMCA programming ensures people of all ages and all walks of life have the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.

Key Audiences Served

We serve more than 27,000 active members at four fitness communities, plus thousands of participants in sports programs, camps, classes and community-based educational opportunities, supportive housing, child care and more.

Ways to Give

  • Become a member of the YMCA of Greater Des Moines.

  • Donate online at www.dmymca.org/give.

  • Make a pledge during the YMCA’s annual fundraising campaign.

  • Help future generations through planned giving to the Y.

  • Donate items or volunteer your services at YMCA Supportive Housing Campus.

What are the most immediate needs to support your organization?

Membership in the YMCA helps support the spaces where people become healthier, kids learn new skills, and community members come together to support and encourage each other. Each year, Y volunteers go out into the community to solicit gifts in the form of pledges to the YMCA’s Annual Campaign, which provides financial assistance to those who otherwise would not be able to afford the cost of membership or programs. The YMCA Supportive Housing Campus relies on donations of time, talent and treasure to help support 140 residents at risk of experiencing homelessness.

 
 

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

  • Chair: Mark Vukovich

  • Chair-elect: Dave Everett

  • Treasurer: Rachel Stauffer

  • Secretary: Venessa Macro

  • Past chair: Melinda Hanrahan

  • CEO: Cameron Nicholson

  • Meredith Boesen

  • Kevin Brownell

  • Katie Wengert

  • Joe Benesh

  • Tim Bratvold

  • Dayna Chandler

  • Tej Dhawan

  • Kelly Edmister

  • Brenna Finnerty

  • Tyler Goode

  • Riley Hogan

  • Dr. Greg Johnson

  • Karen Kuhn

  • Amy Laug

  • Troy Sigwarth

  • Cynthia Thorland

  • Kevin Tiernan

  • Steven Wandro

  • Shawn FitzGerald

  • Jason Hemmer

  • Susan Hemminger

  • Heather Jones-Brown

  • Chris Owens

  • Mollie Whitney