The YMCA acknowledges the profound disparities facing African American children and communities of color, particularly in education and health. By providing targeted support, we can nurture the potential of every child, promote health equity, and foster educational success, ensuring that all children have the foundation they need to thrive.
Your generous support through the African American Circle of Giving enables transformative change across our community, touching lives from the earliest learners to young adults.
- By investing in early learning and school readiness, we're closing the educational gap for children of color, ensuring they step into kindergarten with the confidence and skills to thrive.
- In addressing water safety, your contributions provide life-saving swim lessons to children at a higher risk of drowning, teaching them not only how to survive but to enjoy the water safely.
- Our Boys and Young Men of Color (BYMOC) strategy provides equitable access and addresses systemic barriers to success through targeted scholarships, training, and staff support.
