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Adding Years to Life And Life to Years™
- 121k+ Lives enriched in 2025
- $42M+ Estimated economic impact in Central Florida
- $4M+ Financial assistance & subsidies
Real impact, real lives changed
Behind every number is a healthier life, a stronger family, and a more connected community
- People reached 121,000+
People engaged through membership and programs
- Access $4.3M
Direct financial assistance and program subsidies provided
- Community support 3,000+
Donors helping expand access for all
- Volunteerism 25,000+
Volunteer hours invested in YMCA mission delivery
- Regional value $42.1M
Estimated economic impact across Central Florida
- Regional presence 14
Family Centers serving communities across the region
Our impact in action
Three interconnected pillars shape how the Y strengthens Central Florida: youth development, healthy living, and community impact.
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Building strong foundations for life
From early learning to teen leadership, the Y creates safe, supportive environments where young people can grow, belong, and thrive.
- Summer camp participants4,470+
- Before & afterschool students2,100+
- Children in early learning1,700+
- Youth in sports programs11,000+
- Teens served8,000+
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Helping people live longer, healthier lives
Healthy living at the Y is about more than fitness. It is about total well-being, prevention, support, and connection across every stage of life.
- Family Centers14
- Counties served6
- Wellness reachIn person + YMCA360
- Programming focusPrevention, support, belonging
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Creating connection, access, and belonging
Through scholarships, donor support, outreach, and volunteer engagement, the Y removes barriers and opens more pathways to thriving.
- Financial assistance & subsidies$4.3M
- Donors3,000+
- Volunteer hours25,000+
- Estimated economic impact$42.1M
Why this matters
A stronger community is built one healthier life at a time
Through our programs and services, the YMCA helps by Adding Life to Year and Years to Life™. When it comes to healthy living, what matters most is not just longevity, but quality of life.
Life to Years™
Years to Life™
Years to Life™
Shaped by 175 years of community work
A healthy life is not built by one program or one habit alone – it comes from the connection between spirit, mind, and body. Built alongside trusted partners, donors, and volunteers – the Y brings every neighbor the care, coaching, and connection they deserve.
- Spirit gives people purpose and belonging.
- Mind supports resilience, confidence, and connection.
- Body builds strength, mobility, and prevention.
Featured Impact
Teaching lifesaving swim skills
In Florida, water safety is essential. The Y helps children and families build confidence, learn prevention, and stay safer in and around water.
Learn about Drowning Prevention
- 7,000+Aquatics participants
- 230Safe Start children
- 150Lifeguards certified
- 19Pools serving families
Featured Story
Keep Moving
Hear this powerful story of how Barbara found a life at the Y she didn’t even know was possible.
“It’s easy to go home and just sit and watch that television. But when you’ve been given so much life, health and your strength, you want to hold on to that – and the only way you can hold on to that is keep moving.”
– Barbara Danzy
Committed to transparency. Focused on impact.
Every dollar invested in the YMCA supports programs, services, and systems that help strengthen health and community across the region.
90.5% invested in membership & program services
Supporting breakdown: 8.2% management & general, 1.2% fundraising
- Total revenue $55.4M
- Total expenses $54.5M
- Estimated economic impact $42.1M
Expanding our impact
A Bold Vision for the Future
The YMCA of Central Florida’s long-range direction is bold: grow reach, deepen partnerships, expand access, and serve many more neighbors across the region.
2033 Vision 500,000 lives enchriched annually
A future where more people across Central Florida have the opportunity to live longer, healthier, more connected lives.
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We work hard every day to help every individual reach their full potential, ensure everyone has the opportunity to live their healthiest life, and provide support as well as inspire action in our communities.
Learn about our History
While our challenges have evolved – from fighting the obesity crisis to reclaiming family time – the Y’s purpose remains constant. We adapt to meet the moment, but our commitment to the community is unwavering.
Signature Community Annual Events
We don’t just host events – we build connections that last all year long. From festive fundraisers to health-focused rallies, these annual traditions bring neighbors together to fuel the programs that keep our community strong.