YMCA of Greater New York

What YMCA of Greater New York does

YMCA of Greater New York is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community health and well-being organization founded in 1852 and headquartered at 5 West 63rd Street, Manhattan, operating 24 branches plus dozens of program sites across all five boroughs of New York City and serving more than 400,000 New Yorkers annually. Its service portfolio spans fitness centers and gyms, aquatic facilities (swim lessons, water safety, lifeguard training, youth swim teams), summer day camps, afterschool and teen programs, early-childhood care including Universal Pre-K, adult sports and personal training, counseling services, community food markets, college and career access programs (Y Teen Leaders), and the New Americans Initiative for immigrants. It also runs a Residence Program at the West Side YMCA.

The organization operates a hybrid revenue model combining recurring membership dues, program fees (camp, swim, personal training, preschool/UPK), one-time residence bookings, and a multi-channel fundraising infrastructure including The Pulse monthly giving program, the Ripple corporate partnership program, Heritage Society legacy giving, endurance events, and the headline $175 million 175th Anniversary Campaign. Digital touchpoints include the ymcanyc.org website, iOS and Android mobile applications (powered by Virtuagym), and the GoFundMe Pro (formerly Classy) donation platform. There is no proprietary technology, AI/ML capability, API, or patent portfolio disclosed.

Leadership is anchored by President and CEO Sharon Greenberger, with Katherine Elizabeth Long serving as Chinatown YMCA Board Chair. The organization is independently governed by a volunteer Board of Directors, has no parent company or external ownership, and reports no mergers, acquisitions, or restructuring actions. The single disclosed funding event is a $500,000 grant from the Citi Foundation dated September 24, 2024.

Name

YMCA of Greater New York

Legal name

YMCA of Greater New York

Website

https://ymcanyc.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1852

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

YMCA of Greater New York is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit operating 24 branches across NYC's five boroughs, serving 400,000+ New Yorkers annually through fitness, aquatics, summer camp, afterschool, early-childhood, counseling, and immigrant-support programs, funded by membership dues, program fees, and donations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Health and Nonprofit Fitness Services

NAICS

Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (713940), Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds) (721214), RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Recreational Camps (7212)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Arts, Sports & Recreation-Based Youth Development Nonprofits (BPAGADAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Youth Multi-Sport Camps (General Athletics, Summer Camps) (MPAKAJAA), Multi-Activity Enrichment Camps (Academic + Arts + Sports) (EDAMALAA)

Keywords

• Community health services
• Youth development programs
• Aquatic and swim lessons
• Early childhood education
• Nonprofit fitness membership

Headquarters

HQ city

Brooklyn

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual and monthly membership fees providing access to fitness facilities, pools, and program amenities at 24 branches across NYC's five boroughs.
2. Donations and Charitable Contributions: Tax-deductible donations through various channels including one-time gifts, monthly recurring gifts (The Pulse), stock donations, donor-advised funds, legacy giving, and corporate sponsorship programs (Ripple). Supports financial assistance for memberships and youth programs, camp scholarships, and free community services.
3. Program Fees: Fees for summer camp, swim lessons, lifeguard training, personal training, massage therapy, art classes, pilates, afterschool care, early childhood programs, and sports programs.
4. Residence Program: Guest room rentals at West Side YMCA location with registration and credit card information collected for reservations and billing.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

YMCA of Greater New York delivers community health and well-being services through 24 branches across NYC's five boroughs, including fitness centers, swimming pools, summer camps, afterschool care, early childhood/UPK programs, adult sports and personal training, lifeguard certification, counseling, food distribution, college and career access, and immigrant support services. Programs are accessed via membership dues and program fees, supplemented by charitable donations and a financial assistance program.

Product overview

The YMCA of Greater New York operates as a unified nonprofit community health and well-being organization offering a comprehensive portfolio of in-person programs and services across 24 branches in the five boroughs of NYC. The core offerings center on fitness and aquatic facilities (gyms, pools, fitness classes), youth development (summer camp, afterschool care, teen programs, early childhood/childcare), and community health services (counseling, food distribution, college/career access). The organization also runs a major fundraising infrastructure including the 175th Anniversary Campaign ($175 million goal) and The Pulse monthly giving program. A mobile app provides digital access to schedules and resources. Programs are delivered at physical branch locations and program sites, with donations processed through third-party platforms.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Fitness Centers and Gyms Health and fitness facilities offering exercise equipment, group fitness classes, and gym access across 24 branches in NYC's five boroughs.
• Swimming and Aquatics Pool facilities, swim lessons, water safety programs, youth swim team pathways, and lifeguard training and certification across branches.
• Summer Camp Day camp programs across multiple locations serving NYC youth with summer experiences and activities.
• Youth and Family Programs Youth sports programs, parent-child classes, afterschool care, and teen-specific programs serving families across NYC.
• Early Childhood and Child Care Childcare, preschool, and Universal Pre-K (UPK) programs for young children and families across branches.
• Adult Sports and Fitness Classes Sports programs, Pilates, personal training, massage therapy, and art classes for adult members.
• Counseling Services Mental health and social counseling services provided at branch locations throughout NYC's five boroughs.
• Residence Program Overnight and extended stay accommodations available at the West Side YMCA location.
• Community Food Markets Food distribution programs operating at community markets and branch locations to address food insecurity across NYC.
• New Americans Initiative Social services and classes specifically designed to support immigrants and new Americans with integration, ESL, and community resources.
• 175th Anniversary Campaign A $175 million fundraising campaign to expand access to transformational opportunities across NYC, focusing on healthy, engaged, and empowered communities.
• The Pulse Monthly Giving Program Recurring monthly giving community (starting at $10/month) supporting local Y branches with donor benefits and exclusive program updates.

Quantifiable outcome

• Serves 400,000+ New Yorkers annually
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• GoFundMe / ClassycoreTechnology or IntegrationYMCA of Greater New York uses GoFundMe Pro (formerly Classy) as its primary online fundraising platform. The platform enables one-time and recurring donations, event fundraising, and corporate partnership programs (Ripple). EIN: 13-1624228.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves2 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Planet Fitness: National low-cost fitness chain competing for the same value-oriented membership segment. Comparable as a broad incumbent in the commercial fitness category where YMCA earns membership dues.
• YMCA of the USA: National federation that supports and sets standards for local YMCAs including YMCA of Greater New York. Comparable as the umbrella for the same membership, fitness, youth development, and camp model at a national scale.
• Equinox: Premium NYC-headquartered fitness club group. Competes with the Y's adult fitness membership base in the same New York market at the high end of the price spectrum.
• Life Time Fitness: Large multi-purpose fitness operator offering fitness, swimming, family programs, and camps under a membership model. Comparable in bundling fitness with youth and family programming.

Direct peers

• Jewish Community Center of Manhattan (JCC Manhattan): NYC community center providing fitness, swimming, early childhood, camps, and adult programming. Operates the same multi-service nonprofit model in the same NYC market as YMCA of Greater New York.
• 92nd Street Y (92NY): NYC-based Jewish community center offering fitness, swimming, camps, arts, and family programming under a similar nonprofit community-center model with membership dues and donations. Closely comparable by geography and service mix.
• Boys & Girls Club of America: Direct peer in youth development nonprofits — operates clubs nationwide offering afterschool programs, sports, and teen leadership. Competes for the same youth and family philanthropic dollars and serves overlapping program areas.
• Police Athletic League (PAL) of New York City: NYC-based youth services nonprofit providing afterschool programs, summer camps, and sports leagues. Directly comparable as a local competitor for youth development programs and donor support.

Others

• New York Road Runners: NYC-based running organization that operates endurance events including the NYC Marathon and is a YMCA of Greater New York partner through Team Y Champions. Comparable as an adjacent community fitness / endurance ecosystem player.

Regional players

• Big Brothers Big Sisters of New York City: NYC chapter of a national youth mentoring nonprofit. Comparable as a regional youth development nonprofit competing for philanthropic dollars and teen engagement programs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ymcanyc
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/YMCANYC
• Facebookfacebook.com/ymcanyc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ymca-of-greater-new-york
• Instagraminstagram.com/YMCANYC

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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