YMCA of South Palm Beach County

What YMCA of South Palm Beach County does

YMCA of South Palm Beach County is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community-services organization chartered in 1972, operating two branch facilities in Boca Raton (Peter Blum Family YMCA) and Boynton Beach (DeVos-Blum Family YMCA) under the national YMCA of the USA umbrella. It serves over 45,000 people annually and hosts 4,000+ daily visitors through five integrated program categories: Aquatics (swim lessons, adaptive aquatics, competitive swim team, water safety), Camp (summer, holiday, no-school-day), Child Care (after-school, preschool, special needs via Chase's Place Inclusive Center), Health & Fitness (group exercise, EGYM Smart Strength Circuit, personal training, Age 50 & Better including Parkinson's-specific programming), and Youth Programs (sports, The LAB teen center, STEAM, dance, gymnastics, karate). It provides over $1 million annually in financial assistance to ensure access regardless of ability to pay.

The organization operates a hybrid community-led and event-driven go-to-market motion, acquiring members and donors through deep community embeddedness, volunteer networks, multi-channel digital marketing (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn, the Y App), and a calendar of signature annual events (Inspiration Breakfast, Annual Golf Classic, Corporate Cup Challenge, Casino Night, Healthy Kids Day, Baila Conmigo, Cornhole Tournament, Halloween at the Y, Summer Sizzle series). Revenue is generated through a mix of recurring membership dues, program fees (swim, camp, childcare, sports, fitness), donations via the Annual Giving Campaign and Triangle Society ($1,200+ annual threshold), planned giving through the Heritage Club, and a multi-year Building Possibilities Capital Campaign. Technology infrastructure is composed entirely of standard nonprofit SaaS tools, with Daxko for membership and program registration, GroupExPro for class scheduling, OneCause for event registration, Blackbaud for donations, and a native Y App for iOS and Android providing digital check-in, schedules, and push notifications. The organization employs 251-500 staff, is governed by a Board of Trustees with CEO Jason Hagensick and Chief Volunteer Officer Hank Jackson, and holds a Charity Navigator 4-star rating and Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency.

Name

YMCA of South Palm Beach County

Legal name

YMCA of South Palm Beach County

Website

https://ymcaspbc.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1972

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

The YMCA of South Palm Beach County is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit operating two community branches in Boca Raton and Boynton Beach since 1972, delivering youth development, childcare, aquatics, camp, and health and fitness programming to over 45,000 people annually with more than $1 million in financial assistance each year.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Boca Raton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 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 membership dues from individuals and families provide ongoing operating revenue. Membership includes access to fitness facilities, group exercise classes, pool facilities, and member discounts on programs.
2. Program Fees: Fees from youth and adult programs including swim lessons, sports leagues, karate, dance, gymnastics, summer camp, after-school care, and preschool generate significant program revenue.
3. Annual Giving Campaign: Annual fundraising campaign where 100% of contributions support financial assistance programs and community resources. The organization provides over $1 million annually in financial assistance.
4. Triangle Society Contributions: Donor recognition program for annual contributions of $1,200 or more, providing exclusive benefits and recognition.
5. Planned Giving/Endowment: Heritage Club planned giving program including bequests, charitable gift annuities, trust arrangements, and estate gifts for long-term sustainability.
6. Building Possibilities Capital Campaign: Multi-year capital campaign to fund facility expansions and improvements at both YMCA branches.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

The YMCA of South Palm Beach County is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community organization delivering youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility programs across two branch facilities in Boca Raton and Boynton Beach. Its core offerings span aquatics, summer/day camp, licensed childcare and preschool, group exercise and personal training, youth sports, teen leadership, and senior wellness programs, supported by membership dues, program fees, and a financial assistance program providing over $1 million annually in community subsidies.

Product overview

The YMCA of South Palm Beach County is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization serving the community since 1972, operating two branch facilities — the Peter Blum Family YMCA in Boca Raton and the DeVos-Blum Family YMCA in Boynton Beach. Rather than a single unified software product, the YMCA delivers community services through an integrated portfolio of program categories and named offerings. Core program categories include Aquatics (swim lessons, adaptive aquatics, swim team, water safety, water aerobics), Camp at the Y (summer camp, holiday camp, no-school-day camp), Child Care at the Y (after-school care, preschool, special needs care via Chase's Place Inclusive Center), Health & Fitness (group exercise, personal training, EGYM Smart Strength, Age 50 & Better including Parkinson's programming), and Youth Programs (youth sports, The LAB teen center, dance, gymnastics, karate, infants & toddlers, STEAM for Kids, Spanish Academy). Supporting services include membership with nationwide portability, a Financial Assistance program providing over $1M annually, the Y App mobile application (iOS/Android) for schedules, check-in, and program registration, and the Building Possibilities Capital Campaign for facility expansion. The organization also runs an active fundraising and events program including an Annual Giving Campaign, Heritage Club planned giving, Triangle Society donor recognition, Kids to Camp, and annual signature events (Corporate Cup Challenge, Golf Classic, Inspiration Breakfast, Healthy Kids Day, Casino Night, Baila Conmigo, Cornhole Tournament, Halloween at the Y, Summer Sizzle series, and Visit with Santa). Registration for programs is handled through a Daxko-hosted portal, events through OneCause, donations through Blackbaud, and scheduling through GroupExPro.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Aquatics Programs Comprehensive aquatics offerings including group and private swim lessons for youth, teens, and adults; adaptive swim lessons; water safety program; competitive swim team; and water aerobics. Delivered through two branches, each with heated indoor pools.
• Camp at the YMCA Year-round day camp programming including summer camp, holiday camp, and no-school-day camp, plus the YMCA Christian Values Conference for teens. Designed for preschoolers through teens with field trips, STEAM learning, water safety education, and character development.
• Child Care at the Y Licensed childcare services including after-school care, preschool, child watch, and special needs care (Chase's Place Inclusive Center), designed to support working families and children's development.
• Health & Fitness Health and wellness programming including group exercise classes, personal training, small group training, EGYM smart strength circuit, community health initiatives, and adult sports such as pickleball. Includes Age 50 & Better programs and Parkinson's-specific programming.
• Youth Programs Broad youth development offerings including sports, teen clubs, The LAB teen center, dance, gymnastics, karate, infants & toddlers, STEAM for Kids, Spanish Academy, youth sports clinics, and after-school fit clinics.
• YMCA Membership Recurring membership providing access to fitness facilities, group exercise classes, pools, child watch, and member-exclusive rates on programs, with Nationwide portability to other Y locations.
• Financial Assistance Program Scholarship program ensuring access to memberships and programs regardless of ability to pay; the organization provides over $1 million annually in financial assistance to community members.
• Nationwide Membership Reciprocal membership program allowing members to access YMCA facilities nationwide, extending the value of local membership when traveling or relocating.
• Y App Mobile Application Mobile application available for iOS and Android providing real-time class and event schedules, push notifications for schedule changes and announcements, contactless digital check-in, and program registration.
• Annual Giving Campaign Annual fundraising initiative where 100% of contributions support the Financial Assistance Program for youth and families in need; the organization provides over $1M annually through this program.
• Heritage Club Planned Giving Program Planned giving and estate planning recognition program for donors who include the YMCA in their wills or estate plans, offering bequests, charitable gift annuities, trust arrangements, and estate gifts.
• Triangle Society Donor Recognition Donor recognition society acknowledging individuals, businesses, and organizations contributing $1,200 or more annually through the Annual Giving Campaign, with benefits including event invitations and recognition.
• Kids to Camp Donor-Funded Program Donor-funded initiative providing financial support for children from low-income families to attend YMCA summer camp, with tiered giving levels from $50 per day to $1,000 per month.
• Inspiration Breakfast Annual Event Annual community breakfast event recognizing community leaders and raising funds for the Financial Assistance program, featuring keynote speakers and the Inspirational Leader Award.
• Corporate Cup Challenge Annual Event Annual corporate team-building sports event held each November at the Peter Blum Family YMCA, featuring Olympic-style challenges that support the Financial Assistance program.
• Annual Golf Classic Annual golf fundraising event held each May at Indian Spring Country Club, supporting the Financial Assistance program with proceeds benefiting scholarships for community members.
• Healthy Kids Day Annual Event Free annual community event in April promoting youth health and wellness with activities including bounce houses, rock wall, sports demos, and member enrollment specials.
• Casino Night Annual Fundraising Event Annual casino-themed fundraising event at FAU Stadium supporting the Financial Assistance Program, featuring blackjack, craps, roulette, poker tournament, and raffles.
• YMCA Christian Values Conference Annual multi-day teen leadership conference held at Blue Ridge Assembly in North Carolina, bringing together teens from YMCAs across the Southeast to develop leadership skills, character, and community connections.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 45,000 people served annually
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered major, core and minor.

• Baptist Health South FloridamajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Major community partner providing healthcare support and sponsorship for YMCA events and programs. Recognized as a Uplifting Sponsor for the Inspiration Breakfast event.
• Florida BluemajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Major community partner and sponsor supporting YMCA health and wellness programs and events.
• YMCA of the USAcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026National YMCA organization providing support, standards, and Nationwide Membership access for local YMCA associations.
• Parkinson's FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Partner supporting Parkinson's health and wellness programming at the YMCA including specialized exercise classes.
• Palm Beach County Sheriff's OfficecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Law enforcement partnership supporting community safety and youth programs.
• CDCminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Corporate community partner supporting YMCA initiatives.
• Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services (JFS)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Multi-year partnership providing funding for qualifying families to attend summer camp programs. The partnership has enabled families like Claudia's triplets to attend camp for three consecutive years.
• Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services (JFS)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Partnership with Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services providing summer camp scholarships for children from families in need.
• Flagler Credit Union Stadium/Florida Atlantic UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVenue partnership for Casino Night 2026 event at The Delray Genesis Club at Flagler Credit Union Stadium.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• YMCA of Greater Boston: Larger YMCA association demonstrating the multi-branch nonprofit community center model with similar programming categories (aquatics, camps, childcare, fitness, senior services) — a relevant scale benchmark.
• YMCA of the Palm Beaches: Neighboring YMCA chapter operating multiple branches in Palm Beach County with comparable membership-based fitness, aquatics, childcare, and youth programming — most direct geographic and operational peer.
• Jewish Community Center of the Greater Palm Beaches (JCC): Membership-based community center offering fitness, aquatics, early childhood education, summer camp, and senior programs — operating on a similar nonprofit community-center model in the same region.
• Boys & Girls Club of Palm Beach County: Regional nonprofit delivering youth development, after-school care, and summer programming for children and teens in the same South Florida market, competing directly for youth and family segments.

Emerging players

• Club Pilates: Fast-growing boutique Pilates franchise with strong South Florida presence — captures share of the adult group fitness segment away from traditional community-center models.

Broad incumbents

• Equinox Fitness: High-end fitness operator with premium positioning in affluent South Florida markets — competes for the same high-income adult demographic the Y targets with premium fitness services.
• Life Time Fitness: Premium national fitness club chain with family-oriented amenities, kids programming, swim, and group exercise — competes for affluent adult and family memberships in South Florida.
• Gold's Gym: Established commercial fitness chain offering memberships, group classes, and personal training — broader incumbent competing in the same adult fitness segment.

Others

• National Jewish Health (JCC Association): National umbrella organization supporting JCCs — relevant ecosystem/network peer illustrating the federated nonprofit community-center operating model.
• National Recreation and Park Association: Industry association representing public parks and recreation providers — adjacent ecosystem peer relevant to municipal and community recreation programming benchmarks.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights8 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCKn0yb-jR7WtvvDvMsJVGVg?view_as=subscriber
• Facebookfacebook.com/YMCASPBC
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ymca-of-south-palm-beach-county
• Instagraminstagram.com/ymcaofspbc
• TikToktiktok.com/@ymca.of.spbc

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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