Welcome to the YMCA of Greater Charlotte
The YMCA of Greater Charlotte brings people together – from all backgrounds and circumstances – to create connections that transform lives and community. For nearly 150 years, our Y has fostered meaningful and lasting personal and social change. With a mission to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all, we work alongside our neighbors to ensure everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.
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Discover how, together, we impact our community.
FIND YOUR YMCA
Select a branch or camp from the dropdown below or use the Y Branch Finder to search by location, amenities, programs, and more!
NEW MEMBER PERK! FREE CAMP FUN DAYS THIS FALL AT THE Y
Visit our YMCA camps firsthand! FREE outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, kayaking, adventure activities, & more!
Mental Health Has No Face
Check out our online mental health resource for teens
Now Registering for YMCA Camp Thunderbird 2024
Book Now for the Lowest Rates of the Season!
ALERT 🚨: New Member Perk! Camp Fun Days give members FREE access to our camp facilities! Visit YMCA Camp Harrison on Saturdays or YMCA Camp Thunderbird on Sundays & get a firsthand experience of all the fun 😃!
Last Friday, we ignited the night at the 2nd Annual Sneaker Soirée, bringing our community, staff, and elected leaders together at our Stratford Richardson YMCA. With electrifying music and dancing, we raised over $100,000 in funds to supercharge our community programs for all to enjoy.
Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor, Beacon Partners, and all the sponsors who fueled this triumphant evening!
YMCA Camp Harrison is a place where faith, character, & confidence are built in a beautiful mountain setting. 🏞️ Take advantage of Early Bird Registration & secure your camper’s spot for 2024: https://bit.ly/campharrisonovernightcamp
Happy Welcoming Week 😀! Last week was all about spreading neighborly love during Welcoming Week, an annual celebration to bring neighbors of all backgrounds together and give a big warm welcome to the newcomers in the area.
YMCAs across our community celebrated with fun international dance parties, special group exercise classes, delicious cooking demonstrations and cultural learning opportunities. It was a great time to build relationships and celebrate our beautiful, diverse community.
YMCA Camp Thunderbird is more popular than ever, so it’s smart to register early. Book now to get your top pick of sessions and get the all-time lowest rate for Summer 2024. That’s 2 birds with one stone! 😎: https://bit.ly/campthunderbirdovernightcamp
Amazing video highlighting our Stratford Richardson YMCA branch and the impact they make in their community 🙌 ❤️!
Meet Sam Obando! Sam is the Day Camp & Adventure Guides Director at our YMCA Camp Thunderbird; he shares what Hispanic Heritage Month means to him and the importance of celebrating and learning about cultures that are different from ours.
Stay tuned for more videos honoring National Hispanic Heritage Month!
🌟 We've just earned four stars from Charity Navigator, America’s largest and most-utilized independent charity evaluator, which is the highest rating possible. 🎉 As we gear up for 150 years of serving Charlotte, our commitment to youth development, health, and social responsibility is stronger than ever.
From water safety to disease prevention, youth literacy to college readiness, safe, inclusive spaces to welcoming newcomers, we're dedicated to making our community and ourselves better. Learn more about our Charity Navigator rating here: https://tinyurl.com/ycke23h4