What Ashtabula Country YMCA does

Ashtabula County YMCA (also doing business as Ashtabula County Family YMCA, originally founded in 1867) is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit headquartered at 263 W Prospect Road, Ashtabula, Ohio. It operates a 63,400 square-foot facility containing a 4-lane 25-yard pool, full-court gymnasium, fitness center, racquetball courts, group exercise studio, and childcare classrooms, supplemented by outreach programming in Conneaut (delivered via partner churches) and before/after school sites at four elementary schools (Ridgeview, Kingsville, Austinburg, and Platt R Spencer). The organization delivers its mission across three programmatic pillars: Youth Development (preschool, before/after school care, summer day camp, youth sports leagues, swim lessons), Healthy Living (fitness facilities, Enhance Fitness for older adults, LIVESTRONG for cancer survivors, group exercise), and Social Responsibility (community outreach, volunteerism, financial assistance).

The business model combines recurring membership dues (youth, adult, household, and supporting tiers with no annual fees and a one-time joining fee for an asset preservation fund), transactional program fees across 17+ service tiers, discounted facility rentals, and an Annual Support Campaign raising contributed income to subsidize financial assistance. Technology infrastructure consists of the Daxko platform for online registration and member account management (with iOS/Android apps), and the Robert S Morrison Virtual YMCA platform launched in 2020 via a foundation grant to deliver remote video programming. Distribution is direct-to-consumer at the front desk and through self-serve online enrollment, with channel partnerships through local school districts for childcare. Leadership under CEO Eric Stinehelfer (appointed March 2023) is overseeing a strategic exploration with Kent State University at Ashtabula for a $20-25 million shared-facility partnership.

Name

Ashtabula Country YMCA

Legal name

Ashtabula County YMCA

Website

https://ashtabulaymca.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1867

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Ashtabula County YMCA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit operating a 63,400 sq ft wellness facility and childcare programs serving youth, families, and seniors across Ashtabula County, Ohio, funded by memberships, program fees, and an annual support campaign.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Wellness and Youth Development Services

NAICS

Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (713940), Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Services-Child Day Care Services (8351), Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Senior/Low-Impact Group Fitness (HSADABAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Senior Social Clubs & Community-Based Day Programs (Non-Clinical) (HSABANAK), Independent Living Community Ancillary Services (Dining/Transportation/Wellness Programs) (HLADAAAI)

Keywords

• Community wellness services
• Youth development programs
• Licensed childcare services
• Fitness center membership
• Nonprofit community programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Ashtabula

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Monthly or annual membership fees providing access to facility amenities including pool, gym, fitness center, group exercise classes, and child watch services. No annual fees, one-time joining fee for asset preservation fund. Monthly automatic payments via credit card, debit card, or checking/savings account.
2. Program Fees: Fees for youth development programs (basketball leagues, martial arts, summer day camp, preschool), healthy living programs (Enhance Fitness, yoga, swimming lessons), and before/after school childcare. Discounted rates for members vs non-members.
3. Annual Support Campaign: Annual fundraising campaign raising funds for financial assistance to ensure no one is turned away due to inability to pay. 2023 campaign goal of $85,000. Provided over $191,000 in assistance to youth, families and seniors.
4. Facility Rental: Discounted rates for building rentals, pool rentals, and birthday parties for members.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

The Ashtabula County YMCA operates a 63,400 square foot community wellness facility in Ashtabula, Ohio, providing YMCA memberships, licensed childcare (preschool, before/after school, summer day camp), youth sports and swim programs, group exercise and fitness center access, aquatic facilities, senior wellness programs (Enhance Fitness, LIVESTRONG), and community outreach services. Memberships operate on monthly subscription billing with income-based pricing and a no-one-turned-away financial assistance policy.

Product overview

Ashtabula County YMCA operates as a unified nonprofit organization offering community wellness services through integrated programs. The organization provides three core programmatic pillars: Youth Development (childcare, camps, youth sports, swim lessons), Healthy Living (fitness facilities, group exercise, aquatics), and Social Responsibility (community outreach, volunteerism). The main 63,400 sq ft facility at 263 W Prospect Road serves as the hub for these services, while outreach programs extend to Conneaut and surrounding communities. The YMCA also offers digital access through the Robert S Morrison Virtual YMCA platform and provides financial assistance to ensure no one is turned away due to inability to pay.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• YMCA Membership Program Monthly subscription YMCA membership providing access to facility amenities (4-lane pool, full-court gymnasium, racquetball courts, fitness center, group exercise studio, child watch) for individuals, families, and households in Ashtabula County. Tiers include Youth, Adult, Household, and Supporting Member.
• Before/After School Childcare Licensed before/after school care provided onsite at Ridgeview Elementary, Kingsville Elementary, Austinburg Elementary, Platt R Spencer Elementary, and with transportation partnership to Ashtabula Area City Schools. Available part-time (under 25 hours/week) and full-time (25+ hours/week).
• Preschool Programs Licensed YMCA preschool offering part-time (under 25 hours/week) and full-time (25+ hours/week) options, plus a 3.5-hour-per-day Academic Preschool program Monday-Thursday from 8:30am-12:30pm.
• Summer Day Camp State-licensed summer day camp program for children, including the Reach & Teach Summer Camp for children ages 5-14 with autism. Financial assistance is available through the Annual Support Campaign.
• Youth Basketball Leagues Junior High and High School basketball leagues offering structured team play with included jersey and shorts, available to YMCA members and non-member participants.
• Martial Arts Classes 4-week martial arts class sessions offered on a pay-as-you-go basis with discounted rates for YMCA members versus non-member participants.
• Enhance Fitness Program Evidence-based fall prevention and arthritis management fitness program for older adults meeting three times weekly for 16 weeks with chair or standing options. Free to YMCA members, SilverSneakers and Renew Active insurance participants, and Conneaut Outreach 60+ attendees.
• LIVESTRONG Cancer Survivor Program Donor-funded program providing cancer survivors with fitness and wellness support, offered at no cost to participants through the YMCA's healthy living programming.
• Robert S Morrison Virtual YMCA Online virtual platform providing members with access to video classes and live streams for remote wellness engagement. Made possible through a 2020 grant from the Robert S. Morrison Foundation.
• Conneaut Outreach Program Mobile YMCA services bringing wellness and recreational programming to the Conneaut community through partnerships with New Leaf United Methodist Church and Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, including Enhance Fitness classes for older adults.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 1,500 youth and families received financial assistance in 2022
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Kent State University at AshtabulacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 April 2026Exploring potential partnership for new facility development with Kent State University at Ashtabula. Signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to evaluate shared opportunities in community wellness and education. Project includes plans for renovated or new building with recreational amenities estimated to cost $20-25 million with potential 3-4 year timeline. Discussions include shared or complementary use of space, joint programming opportunities, and long-term collaboration benefiting both YMCA members and university students.
• YMCA of the USAcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 February 2023National YMCA organization that facilitated CEO nationwide search in partnership with Ohio Alliance of YMCAs.
• Ohio Alliance of YMCAscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 February 2023State-level YMCA alliance that partnered with YMCA of the USA to facilitate CEO nationwide search.
• New Leaf United Methodist ChurchminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partnership providing outreach services in Conneaut. Church serves as location for YMCA extension ministries, enabling wellness programs and community services in the Conneaut area.
• Good Shepherd Lutheran Church (Conneaut)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHost site for Enhance Fitness program serving older adults with arthritis and fall prevention classes in Conneaut area.
• Ashtabula Area City SchoolscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTransportation partnership providing before/after school childcare with pickup and dropoff at Ashtabula Area City Schools.
• Camp Fitch YMCAminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership reference indicating over 16,000 people visit Camp Fitch annually through resident summer camp, field trips, retreats and outdoor adventures.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• Kent State University at Ashtabula: MOU partner exploring shared facility development; adjacent as a higher education institution and emerging strategic partner for recreational, wellness, and educational programming integration.
• Catholic Charities of Ashtabula County: Existing partner and local nonprofit providing social services; adjacent as a complementary community support organization rather than a direct competitor, sharing referral and outreach pathways.

Direct peers

• YMCA of Greater Cleveland: Regional YMCA affiliate operating multiple branches across Northeast Ohio, directly comparable as a multi-branch community YMCA serving overlapping Ohio geography with similar mission-driven programming, childcare, and fitness center operations.
• Boys & Girls Clubs of America: National nonprofit providing youth development, education, and after-school programming with local affiliates; comparable in mission-driven community youth services and school-based delivery model.
• Camp Fitch YMCA: Existing partner organization running a YMCA-affiliated residential camp serving 16,000+ visitors annually; directly comparable as a YMCA-branded youth development and outdoor recreation operation.
• Jewish Community Center of Cleveland: Community center model offering fitness, aquatics, childcare, cultural programs, and senior services to a broad membership; closely parallels YMCA multi-generational programming and facility-based delivery.
• Youngstown YMCA / YMCA of Youngstown: Neighboring Ohio regional YMCA serving a similar Rust Belt post-industrial community with comparable membership, childcare, and youth development programming structure.

Broad incumbents

• YMCA of the USA: National umbrella organization overseeing all U.S. YMCAs; comparable as the broader network setting standards, facilitating CEO searches, and providing branding infrastructure for the Ashtabula affiliate.
• Planet Fitness: National low-cost fitness chain providing basic gym access at low price points; competes for price-sensitive adult fitness members in the broader regional market.
• Edge Fitness Clubs: Regional fitness chain operating in Northeast Ohio with similar fitness center, group exercise, and pool amenities; competing for adult fitness membership dollars in the same geography.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/AshtabulaYMCA
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/AshtabulaCountyY
• Facebookfacebook.com/AshtabulaCountyYMCA
• Instagraminstagram.com/ashtabulaymca
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ashtabula-county-family-ymca

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Number of profiles

Profiles18 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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