YMCA OF GREATER WHITTIER

About Us

Who We Are:
We are an organization like no other. The YMCA is the leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community by empowering young people, improving the health and well-being of people of all ages and inspiring action in and across communities.

Our Purpose Defines Us:
We strengthen communities by connecting people to their potential, purpose and each other. In 10,000 communities across the country, we have the presence and partnerships not only to promise but to deliver positive change.

Our Mission and Our Values:
The Y is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

Guided by our core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility, the Y is dedicated to giving people of all ages, backgrounds and walks of life the opportunity to reach their full potential with dignity.

Our Vision:
We envision a future in which all people achieve health, gain confidence, make connections and feel secure at every stage of life. The Y is committed to developing new generations of changemakers who will create the communities we all want to live in.

Strong Communities:
Everyone deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential. From early learning to job training, the Y offers programs and services that support people at every stage of life to strengthen communities across the U.S.