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Young Men's Christian Association of Metropolitan Los Angeles

CA · EIN 951644052 · $73.8M rev · operational · www.ymcala.org
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Community-based organization serving Los Angeles through youth development, health and wellness programs, and social impact initiatives. Provides aquatics education, food distribution via FeedLA, mental health support, citizenship services, and youth sports in partnership with professional teams. Operates across dozens of locations in the LA metro area, offering programs for children, families, and seniors regardless of membership.

activities · 62

what they do

direct service · 62
  • Organizes adult sports leagues for basketball, pickleball, table tennis, and volleyball, combining physical activity with community building and social interaction.
  • Offers a range of physical wellness programs including personal training, virtual workouts, group fitness classes, and adult sports leagues such as basketball, pickleball, table tennis, and volleyball.
  • Operates 35 swimming pools across Los Angeles, offering swim lessons for all ages (parent/child, preschool, elementary, teen, adult, private), water safety education (Safety Around Water program), recreational open swim sessions, and water aerobics/exercise classes.
  • Aquatics and Water Safety Programs Swim Instruction & Water Safety Training
    Operates 35 swimming pools across Los Angeles, offering swim lessons for all ages (parent/child, preschool, elementary, teen, adult, private), water safety programs (Safety Around Water), open swim sessions, and water aerobics classes to improve skills, strength, and confidence in the water.
  • Before and After School Programs
    Operates before and after school programs in partnership with schools across Los Angeles, offering homework help, social engagement, physical activity, and free care through the Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP).
  • Before and After School Programs
    Operates before and after school programs in partnership with schools across Los Angeles, providing homework help, social engagement, physical activity, and free care through the Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP).
  • Community Outreach and Social Services Mental Health Access Expansion
    Delivers social services and community outreach initiatives focused on public health, education, and equitable opportunity for residents across Los Angeles, including free Y memberships and childcare for communities affected by wildfires.
  • Deliver food distribution and meal services through FeedLA Food Distribution Network Management
    Distributes over 9 million pounds of fresh produce annually to families and seniors across Los Angeles through FeedLA, including hot meals and fresh food delivery, with 9 million pounds distributed in 2024 alone.
  • Deliver inclusive youth and adult sports programs in partnership with professional teams Youth Competitive Soccer Programs
    Operates youth sports programs in partnership with LA professional teams, including Jr. Clippers basketball, LA Kings ball hockey, LA Dodgers Dreamteam (t-ball, softball, baseball), NFL Flag football with the Rams and Chargers, and youth soccer/futsal. Also runs adult leagues in basketball, pickleball, volleyball, and table tennis, emphasizing skill development, teamwork, and social connection.
  • Deliver physical education and health promotion in schools
    Delivers physical education to elementary schools through the PLAY program, promoting physical activity and healthy habits. Also provides youth development and health programming directly in school settings through partnerships.
  • Deliver physical wellness and fitness programs Adaptive and Inclusive Fitness Classes
    Provides a wide range of physical wellness offerings including group fitness classes, personal training, virtual workouts, and specialized exercise programs designed to improve physical well-being, consistency, and social connection for individuals of all ages and fitness levels.
  • Deliver physical wellness and fitness programs for all ages Fitness Center with Group Classes and Personal Training
    Offers a wide range of physical wellness programs including personal training, one-on-one sessions, group fitness classes, virtual workouts with on-demand content, and group exercise programs designed to promote physical challenge and social connection. Programs are tailored to individual fitness levels, goals, and lifestyles.
  • Deliver school-based physical education and summer youth programs
    Delivers physical education to elementary schools through the PLAY program and runs the Get Summer program, which provides free Y memberships, fitness classes, field trips, and job training for teens during summer months.
  • Deliver school-based physical education and youth sports programs Youth Competitive Soccer Programs
    Delivers physical education to elementary schools through the PLAY program and operates inclusive youth sports leagues in basketball (Jr. Clippers), soccer, futsal, t-ball, softball, baseball (LA Dodgers Dreamteam), flag football (NFL Rams/Chargers), volleyball, ball hockey, and street hockey, all emphasizing skill development, teamwork, and confidence.
  • Deliver youth development and early childhood education programs Child Care & Early Learning Programs
    Provides comprehensive early childhood development services including Infant & Toddler care, Preschool, Head Start, and Early Learning Readiness, alongside before and after school programs, homework help, and social engagement through the Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP) on school campuses.
  • Deliver youth development and early childhood education programs Child Care & Early Learning Programs
    Provides comprehensive early childhood development services including Infant & Toddler care, Preschool, Head Start, and Early Learning Readiness. Offers before and after school programs, including through the Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP), with homework help, social engagement, and physical activity. Serves over 47,000 youth annually in recreation, sports, and afterschool programs.
  • Deliver youth development and enrichment programs Child Care & Early Learning Programs
    Provides comprehensive youth development services including early childhood programs (Infant & Toddler care, Preschool, Head Start), before and after school programs (including ELOP), homework help, leadership training, and advocacy programs. Serves over 47,000 youth annually in recreation, sports, and afterschool programs.
  • Distribute food and provide emergency support services Food Distribution Network Management
    Distributes over 9 million pounds of fresh produce annually through FeedLA, delivering hot meals and fresh food to families and seniors across Los Angeles, with expanded support including free childcare, mental health services, and Y memberships for communities affected by wildfires.
  • Distribute food and provide emergency support services Food Distribution Network Management
    Distributes over 9 million pounds of fresh produce annually to families and seniors across Los Angeles through the FeedLA initiative, including hot meals and fresh produce. In 2024, distributed over 9 million pounds of food. Provides emergency support including free childcare, Y memberships, and mental health services to communities affected by wildfires.
  • Distribute food to families and seniors through FeedLA Food Distribution Network Management
    Distributes over 9 million pounds of fresh produce and delivers hot meals to families and seniors across Los Angeles through the FeedLA initiative, with 9 million pounds of food distributed in 2024 alone.
  • Early Childhood Education Child Care & Early Learning Programs
    Provides early childhood development programs including Infant & Toddler care, Early Learning Readiness, Preschool, and Head Start services.
  • Early Childhood Education and Care
    Provides early childhood development programs including infant and toddler care, early learning readiness, preschool, and Head Start services.
  • Expand access to mental health and immigrant support services Mental Health Access Expansion
    Expands access to mental health services across YMCA centers and provides affordable legal screenings, referrals, and application support for immigrants in the Los Angeles area.
  • Expand access to mental health and social services Mental Health Access Expansion
    Expands access to mental health services across YMCA centers in Los Angeles and provides affordable legal screenings, referrals, and application support for immigrants, addressing public health, education, and equitable opportunity.
  • Expand access to mental health and social support services Mental Health Access Expansion
    Provides mental health support, including free Y memberships and childcare for wildfire-affected communities, and expands access to mental health services across YMCA centers in Los Angeles.
  • Expand access to mental health and social support services Mental Health Access Expansion
    Provides mental health support, free Y memberships, and childcare to wildfire-affected communities, and expands access to mental health services across YMCA centers in Los Angeles.
  • Food Distribution and Hunger Relief Food Distribution Network Management
    Distributes over 9 million pounds of fresh produce annually to families and seniors across Los Angeles, including hot meals, through the FeedLA program.
  • Food Distribution and Hunger Relief Food Distribution Network Management
    Distributes over 9 million pounds of fresh produce and hot meals annually to families and seniors across Los Angeles through programs like FeedLA.
  • Group Rentals and Retreats Camp Facility Rental & Retreat Hosting
    Offers group rentals and retreats at camp sites for customized group experiences.
  • Provides affordable legal screenings, referrals, and application support for immigrants.
  • Provides affordable legal screenings, referrals, and application support for immigrants.
  • Implement school-based physical education initiatives
    Delivers physical education to elementary schools across Los Angeles through the PLAY program, promoting physical activity and healthy habits, and provides free before and after school care via the Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP) on school campuses.
  • Mental Health Services Mental Health Access Expansion
    Expands access to mental health services across YMCA centers in Los Angeles, providing support to communities, including those affected by wildfires.
  • Mental Health Support Services Mental Health Access Expansion
    Expands access to mental health services across YMCA centers in Los Angeles and provides mental health support to communities affected by wildfires.
  • Offer adult and coed sports leagues Adult and Youth Sports Leagues and Open Play
    Operates adult sports leagues in basketball, pickleball, volleyball, and table tennis, promoting physical activity, social interaction, and community building through friendly competition.
  • Offer adult fitness, wellness, and recreational sports programs Fitness Center with Group Classes and Personal Training
    Provides a wide range of physical wellness offerings including group fitness classes, personal training, virtual workouts, water aerobics, and adult recreational leagues in basketball, pickleball, volleyball, table tennis, and more, designed to promote physical health, social connection, and consistent engagement.
  • Offer legal support services for immigrants
    Provides affordable legal screenings, referrals, and application support for immigrants through YMCA centers in Los Angeles.
  • Operate adult fitness and recreational sports programs Fitness Center with Group Classes and Personal Training
    Provides adult fitness offerings including group exercise classes, personal training, virtual workouts, and recreational leagues in basketball, pickleball, volleyball, table tennis, and more, designed to promote physical wellness, social connection, and consistent engagement.
  • Operate aquatics programs including swim lessons and water safety Swim Instruction & Water Safety Training
    Operates 35 swimming pools across Los Angeles, offering swim lessons for all ages (infants to adults), private instruction, open swim sessions, water aerobics, and the Safety Around Water program focused on drowning prevention and water safety skills.
  • Operate aquatics programs including swim lessons and water safety training Swim Instruction & Water Safety Training
    Operates 35 swimming pools across Los Angeles and offers structured swim lessons for all ages—from infants to adults—including private instruction, water aerobics, open swim sessions, and the Safety Around Water program focused on drowning prevention and water safety skills.
  • Operate aquatics programs including swim lessons, water safety, and recreational swimming Swim Instruction & Water Safety Training
    Operates 35 swimming pools across Los Angeles, offering swim lessons for all ages (infants to adults), private instruction, water aerobics, open swim sessions, and the Safety Around Water program to promote drowning prevention and water safety.
  • Operate aquatics programs including swim lessons, water safety, and recreational swimming Swim Instruction & Water Safety Training
    Operates 35 swimming pools across Los Angeles, offering swim lessons for all ages (infants to adults), private instruction, water aerobics, open swim sessions, and the Safety Around Water program to promote drowning prevention and water safety. Programs include parent-child lessons, preschool swim, youth and teen instruction, adult swim classes, and low-impact exercise in water.
  • Physical Education and Wellness Programs CrossFit for Youth Resilience
    Delivers physical education through the PLAY program to elementary schools, offers personal training, virtual workouts, and group fitness classes, and provides group exercise programs to promote physical well-being and social connections for individuals of all ages.
  • Physical Education in Schools
    Delivers physical education through the PLAY program to elementary schools across Los Angeles, promoting physical activity and healthy habits.
  • Provide legal support services for immigrants Immigration Application Support & Legal Representation
    Offers affordable legal screenings, referrals, and application support for immigrants through specialized legal assistance programs.
  • Provide teen and youth leadership, advocacy, and summer engagement programs Summer Youth Work & Skill Programs
    Offers teen leadership, community service, and global advocacy training. Runs the Get Summer program, which provides free Y memberships, fitness classes, field trips, and job training to teens during the summer months.
  • Provide teen leadership, summer engagement, and job training programs Summer Youth Work & Skill Programs
    Offers teen leadership, advocacy, and community service initiatives, including the Get Summer program that provides free Y memberships, fitness classes, field trips, and job training to teens during the summer months.
  • Provide youth sports programs in partnership with professional teams Youth Competitive Soccer Programs
    Offers youth sports leagues and skill development programs in partnership with LA professional sports teams, including Jr. Clippers basketball, LA Kings ball hockey, LA Dodgers Dreamteam (t-ball, softball, baseball), NFL Flag football with the Rams and Chargers, and youth soccer/futsal, all emphasizing teamwork, confidence, and athletic growth.
  • Provide youth sports programs in partnership with professional teams Youth Competitive Soccer Programs
    Offers youth sports leagues and skill development programs in basketball (Jr. Clippers), soccer, futsal, t-ball/softball/baseball (LA Dodgers Dreamteam), flag football (LA Rams and LA Chargers), volleyball, and ball/street hockey (LA Kings), focusing on teamwork, confidence, and athletic growth.
  • Run camp programs for children and families Youth & Family Outdoor Adventure Programs
    Operates day camps, sleep-away camps, family camps, and specialized programs like Bold & Gold for middle and high school students, featuring sports, arts, STEM, outdoor experiences, and peer bonding. Offers group rentals and retreats at camp sites.
  • Run camp programs for children, teens, and families Youth & Family Outdoor Adventure Programs
    Offers day camps, sleep-away camps, family camps, and specialized programs like Bold & Gold for middle and high school students, featuring sports, arts, STEM, outdoor experiences, and personal development. Also provides group rentals and retreats at camp sites.
  • Run camp programs for youth and families Youth & Family Outdoor Adventure Programs
    Offers day camps, sleep-away camps, family camps, and specialized Bold & Gold camps for middle and high school students, featuring sports, arts and crafts, STEM challenges, outdoor experiences, and peer bonding, with group rentals and retreats also available.
  • Run camp programs for youth and families Youth & Family Outdoor Adventure Programs
    Offers day camps with sports, arts and crafts, and STEM activities; sleep-away camps for outdoor and personal development; Bold & Gold programs for middle and high school students; and family camps to foster intergenerational connection. Also provides group rentals and retreats at camp sites for customized experiences.
  • Run summer youth engagement and development program Summer Youth Work & Skill Programs
    Operates the Get Summer program, which provides teens with free Y memberships, fitness classes, field trips, and job training during the summer months to support engagement and skill development.
  • Summer Programs for Youth Youth Leadership Camps
    Runs day camp programs with sports, arts, and STEM challenges, sleep away camps for outdoor and personal development, family camps for intergenerational connection, and Bold & Gold camp programs for middle and high school students. Also provides the Get Summer program with free Y memberships, fitness, field trips, and job training for teens.
  • Support community health and equitable opportunity through outreach Family Support and Resource Connection
    Delivers social services and community outreach initiatives focused on public health, education, and equitable opportunity for Los Angeles residents, supporting over 600,000 Angelenos in achieving healthier, happier lives.
  • Support community health and well-being at scale
    Supports over 600,000 Angelenos annually in achieving healthier, happier lives through a broad network of health, fitness, youth, and social service programs.
  • Youth Leadership and Development Programs Youth Internship and Junior Staff Programs
    Offers youth development programs including outdoor experiential learning, leadership training for global advocacy, and teen leadership, advocacy, and community service programs to build lifelong skills and relationships.
  • Youth Leadership and Development Programs Youth Internship and Junior Staff Programs
    Offers teen leadership, advocacy, and community service programs to build lifelong skills and relationships, including outdoor experiential learning and leadership training for global advocacy.
  • Operates inclusive youth sports programs, including basketball (Jr. Clippers), ball hockey (LA Kings), soccer/futsal, t-ball/softball/baseball (LA Dodgers Dreamteam), NFL Flag football (LA Rams/Chargers), and volleyball, promoting skill development, teamwork, and confidence for children of all ages and skill levels.
  • Operates inclusive youth sports programs, including basketball (Jr. Clippers), ball hockey (LA Kings), soccer/futsal, t-ball/softball/baseball (LA Dodgers Dreamteam), NFL Flag football (LA Rams/Chargers), and volleyball, promoting confidence, teamwork, and physical activity for children of all ages and skill levels.
  • Runs day camp programs with sports, arts, crafts, and STEM challenges, sleep away camps for outdoor and personal development, family camps for intergenerational connection, and the Get Summer program providing free Y memberships, fitness classes, field trips, and job training for teens.
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named programs · 14

what they call their work

Aquatics Program
Swim lessons for all ages including parent-child, preschool, school-age, teen, and adult classes; follows a 6-stage skill progression and includes water safety, water aerobics, and competitive swim training
Aquatics Programs
Swim lessons for all ages including parent-child, preschool, school-age, teen, and adult lessons; private instruction, open swim, water aerobics, and Safety Around Water courses
Before & After School Programs
School-based programs offering homework help, enrichment, and physical activity; includes Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP)
Camps
Day camps and sleep-away camps for children and teens featuring outdoor activities, STEM, arts, and leadership development
Citizenship & Immigration Services
Provides affordable legal screenings, referrals, and application support for immigrants
Early Childhood Programs
Infant & toddler care, preschool, Head Start, and early learning readiness programs
FeedLA
Distributes fresh produce and hot meals to food-insecure families, seniors, and children across Los Angeles; includes home deliveries and on-site distributions at Y centers
Fire Relief
Offers free Y memberships, childcare, and mental health support to communities impacted by wildfires
Mental Health Support
Expands access to mental health services across Y centers, including counseling and emotional well-being programs
PLAY (Physical Learning Activities for Youth)
Brings high-quality physical education programs to elementary schools across Los Angeles
Teen Programs
Youth leadership, community service, Youth & Government, and Get Summer program offering free summer memberships and activities
Water Aerobics & Activities
Low-impact water exercise classes for adults of all fitness levels
Wellness Programs
Group exercise classes, personal training, virtual workouts, and adult sports leagues (basketball, pickleball, table tennis, volleyball)
Youth Sports
Inclusive sports programs including Jr. Clippers Basketball, LA Kings Ball Hockey, Youth Soccer & Futsal, LA Dodgers Dreamteam T-Ball, NFL Flag Football, and Volleyball
relationships · 28

who they work with

  • Anderson Munger Family YMCA Partner — Participating Y center for FeedLA food distribution
  • Antelope Valley Family YMCA Partner — Participating Y center for FeedLA food distribution
  • Bank of America Funder — Received a $1 million gift from Bank of America to help rebuild the Lowe Family YMCA
  • Burbank YMCA Partner — Participating Y center for FeedLA food distribution
  • Collins & Katz Family YMCA Partner — Participating Y center for FeedLA food distribution
  • Crenshaw Family YMCA Partner — Participating Y center for FeedLA food distribution
  • Culver-Palms Family YMCA Partner — Participating Y center for FeedLA food distribution
  • East Valley Family YMCA Partner — Participating Y center for FeedLA food distribution
  • FeedLA Partner — Collaborates with FeedLA to deliver hot meals and fresh produce to families in Los Angeles.
  • Gardena-Carson Family YMCA Partner — Participating Y center for FeedLA food distribution
  • Jr. Clippers Partner — Partnership to deliver youth basketball program focused on skill development and teamwork.
  • LA Chargers Partner — Partnership to deliver NFL Flag football program.
  • LA Kings Partner — Partnership to deliver ball hockey and street ball hockey programs for youth.
  • LA Rams Partner — Partnership to deliver NFL Flag football program.
  • Los Angeles Dodgers Partner — Partnership to deliver the LA Dodgers Dreamteam t-ball, softball, and baseball program.
  • Mid Valley Family YMCA Partner — Participating Y center for FeedLA food distribution
  • Montebello-Commerce YMCA Partner — Participating Y center for FeedLA food distribution
  • North Valley Family YMCA – San Fernando Gardens Partner — Participating Y center for FeedLA food distribution
  • Pasadena-Sierra Madre YMCA Partner — Participating Y center for FeedLA food distribution
  • Santa Anita Family YMCA Partner — Participating Y center for FeedLA food distribution
  • Together in Service Partner — Collaborative initiative aimed at achieving 25 million hours of service by 2029
  • USA Swimming Foundation Partner — Continues partnership with the USA Swimming Foundation to support swimming programs
  • Weingart East Los Angeles YMCA Partner — Participating Y center for FeedLA food distribution
  • Weingart YMCA Wellness & Aquatic Center Partner — Participating Y center for FeedLA food distribution
  • West Valley Family YMCA Partner — Participating Y center for FeedLA food distribution
  • Westchester Family YMCA Partner — Participating Y center for FeedLA food distribution
  • Wilmington YMCA Partner — Participating Y center for FeedLA food distribution
  • schools across LA Partner — Partners with schools across Los Angeles to deliver before and after school programs and the Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP).