For more than 130 years, the YMCA of Delaware has responded to emergent needs throughout our state, and strengthening community has been our cause. We believe that positive, lasting personal and social change can only come about when we all work together to invest in our children, our health, and our neighbors. With your support, we can continue building brighter futures, together.
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Our Promises
- Ensure every youth and teen we serve is on a pathway to success
- Improve the health and wellbeing of every individual and family we serve
- Unite communities and inspire service to others
How does your support make a difference?
When people come together, powerful things happen. At the YMCA of Delaware, we’re creating opportunities for youth, improving well-being, and strengthening communities every day. Discover the stories, impact, and progress in our Annual Impact Report.
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2025 Impact Snapshot
- 114,306 YOUTH & ADULTS found a community of belonging and opportunities to improve their well-being through YMCA membership and programs.
- 1,195 CHILDREN participated in before and after school programs where they could grow, develop healthy habits, and thrive. $2 MILLION in Open Doors Financial Assistance ensured that 1 in 2 of the children enrolled had the financial support needed to attend.
- 4,959 CAMPERS had the opportunity to discover the joys of the outdoors, learn new skills, and build lasting friendships at YMCA of Delaware summer camps. $1.3 million in YMCA Open Doors Financial Assistance
- gave 1 in 5 campers access to the best summer ever.
- 12,472 TEENS were given the opportunity to be active, gain skills for future success, and form positive relationships with supportive adults who believe in their potential.
- 4,387 YOUTH participated in YMCA swim and community water safety lessons. More than 8,582 Sessions were delivered across the state to help build confidence and teach critical life-saving skills.
- 1,063 YOUNG ADULTS ages 16-24, gained invaluable workplace experiences, a competitive wage, and the opportunity to make a difference through YMCA employment.
- 165 MEN accessed supportive housing and wraparound services at our Central YMCA Residence in Downtown Wilmington to support their journey toward improved health, financial stability, and greater independence.
- 9,299 OLDER ADULTS chose the YMCA as their community — participating in programs and activities that support healthy aging, independence, and connection.
- 879 ADULTS had the opportunity to improve their well-being and make lasting lifestyle changes through supportive YMCA community health programs like LiveSTRONG, Diabetes Prevention, Blood Pressure Self Monitoring, and BrainSavers.