YMCA of Youngstown

YMCA OF YOUNGSTOWN

YMCA of Youngstown

YMCA OF YOUNGSTOWN

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LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION COURSE

Lifeguard Training :

Eligibility requirements: Candidates must be at least 15 years old and be able to pass a physical competency test consisting of a 350-yard continuous swim, 2-minute tread using legs only, underwater swim for 15 feet, and ability to follow verbal instructions.

Prior to taking the YMCA Lifeguard training course, candidates must also complete a series of online training courses. Click HERE to learn more about how to access this pre-requisite training. Candidates who are registered for a scheduled course at least 10 days prior to the start date will receive an email with the class schedule. Participants must attend all scheduled classes. Click HERE for upcoming class dates, details, and registration.

Junior Lifeguard Program

Designed For Enthusiastic Individuals Ages 12-15 yrs. Learn how to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies. Enhance swimming skills, develop communication and leadership skills, useful for future YMCA employment.

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Employment Opportunities

Central & Davis Family Ys are currently hiring Lifeguards. Click HERE to apply online!

Contact

Kelsey Lyda
Senior Aquatic Director
klyda@youngstownymca.org
330-480-5661

Lou Grieco
Central YMCA Aquatic Director
lgrieco@youngstownymca.org
330-742-4791

Ed Metzinger
Davis Family YMCA Aquatic Director
emetzinger@youngstownymca.org
330-480-5665

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What is Planned Giving?

Planned giving allows you to support the YMCA’s mission through gifts made in your will, estate or financial plans. These gifts cost nothing today and help sustain the YMCA of Youngstown.

Heritage Club

The Heritage Club recognizes donors who have made a planned gift or contributed to the YMCA’s Endowment Fund. Your gift ensures the long-term financial stability of the YMCA while keeping your principal investment intact. Members are honored annually and serve as an inspiration to others.

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Contact us directly:

Emily George, CFRE

Director of Development

egeorge@youngstownymca.org

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SPECIAL EVENTS

Camp Fitch YMCA Polar Bear Plunge

Cost should never be the reason a child cannot attend Camp Fitch YMCA. To turn that mission into reality, Camp Fitch has hosted their annual Polar Bear Plunge for the last 15 years! Staff, alumni, campers, and anyone else who wants to join the cause jump into the icy waters of Lake Erie with the same purpose: to give the life-changing opportunity of camp to kids who would otherwise be unable to afford. All are welcome to join the fun (without any pressure to jump in Lake Erie)! We will have food, games, and raffles for everyone to participate in.

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Davis Family YMCA Golf Outing

The Davis Family YMCA is committed to strengthening the foundations of our community. For 13 years we have hosted the annual golf outing, raising funds to ensure that YMCA programs and membership opportunities are accessible for all, regardless of financial means. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or trying it for the first time, this event is a hole-in-one for fun, fellowship, and community impact! Swing by for a day of golf, great company, and the chance to support the charitable work of the YMCA of Youngstown.

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Central YMCA Gala

Join us for the First Annual Central Gala, where we’ll come together to celebrate the impact we’re making in our community. The theme for this year’s event, A Better Future Starts with You, will highlight the YMCA’s ongoing mission to strengthen our community through programs that promote healthy living, youth development, and social responsibility. The event will take place on September 25, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM at the Maronite Center. Please wear your semi-formal evening attire that reflects the elegance of the occasion and the spirit of connection we nurture at the Y. This is a chance to make a lasting difference while enjoying an evening filled with hope, impact, and inspiration. We look forward to sharing this experience with you!

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Make a Small Monthly Gift

Your monthly gift creates lasting change. By joining our community of monthly givers, you provide reliable, year-round support that allows the YMCA of Youngstown to respond to urgent needs and expand access to life-changing programs. With your consistent generosity, we can ensure that every child, adult, and family—regardless of income, background, or circumstance—has the opportunity to grow, connect, and thrive.

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Volunteer

Volunteers are the heart of the Y. Whether you’re leading programs, supporting events, or sharing your skills behind the scenes, your time helps strengthen our community. Join us in creating a place where everyone can learn, grow, and thrive—because when you give your time, you give your community a better us.

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