About Our YMCA!

STRENGTHENING

OUR

COMMUNITY

MISSION STATEMENT:

Since 1881, the Newark YMCA has served the needs of the communities of Bayonne, Belleville, East Newark, Harrison, Irvington, Jersey City, Kearny, Newark, and Nutley through an array of programs and services.

Our Mission is to be a resource for individuals, families, and the communities we serve to improve the quality of life through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. We accomplish our mission through our areas of focus:

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT:

We have long had a firm commitment to strengthening the character and improving the education of youth. Our youth programs have grown dramatically, while holding fast to our core values: caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. We work tirelessly to close the achievement gap through after school enrichment, camp programs, and family outreach. Our Camp Linwood in Sussex County offers hundreds of children and families the chance to experience the thrill and beauty of the natural world.

HEALTHY LIVING:

Last year, almost 1,200 members enjoyed the health and wellness benefits available at our facility: they swam laps in our heated pool, played basketball on our full court gym, or spent their lunch hour playing racquetball, participated in fitness classes, used our treadmills and other cardio machines, lifted weights, or enjoyed the sauna and steam rooms.

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY:

For more than 100 years, the Y has found a variety of ways to meet the needs of the Newark community. The Newark YMCA offers safe, affordable housing and shelter to those who needed it through our housing programs, emergency shelter, crisis services for teens, and much more.