OUR THREE AREAS OF FOCUS

Our three areas of focus are what we at the Y dedicate ourselves to every day. We believe that by nurturing these three areas, we can support our local communities and help every individual to discover and reach their potential, to become healthier and encourage behaviors and actions that improve the lives of not only ourselves but for others.
​Together with the Y, as a community, we are stronger. 

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

At the Y, we give young people a safe place to belong, to build confidence and to learn positive behaviors from strong role models who exemplify the core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. ​
Whether it be child care, early education, youth swim and sports, camp or college preparation, our programs and staff provide the support and opportunities needed to help our youth learn, grow and thrive

HEALTHY LIVING

Our mission, centered on the balance of spirit, mind and body, provides programs and resources that encourage healthy living. We try to make it easy for you to work out by having knowledgeable staff who care, resources and equipment that motivates healthy living, and a welcoming, supportive community who encourage your well-being.

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

As an organization dedicated to serving and strengthening our community, we inspire members and community members each day to make a difference in the lives of others with small and large acts of kindness. Your support has helped others who are less fortunate to access opportunities to learn, grow and thrive. ​

CAPITAL CAMPAIGN 2019

With over $20 million planned in new capital investments, the Summit Area YMCA continued its ambitious campaign to enrich and sustain the foundations of our great community with a focus to develop the Berkeley Heights YMCA and Summit YMCA facilities to advance our mission.
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SUMMIT AREA YMCA
BERKELEY HEIGHTS YMCA | SPRINGFIELD COMMUNITY POOL | SUMMIT YMCA | THE LEARNING CIRCLE YMCA
In 1886, we were founded as the Young Men's Christian Association, but today, we are The Y. An association that values, and is made stronger by, its diverse people. We stand for youth development, healthy living and social responsibility — For a better us. We are committed to creating equal opportunity for all regardless of gender, age, disability, income, ethnicity, sexual orientation or religious affiliation. We strive to create a welcoming and inclusive culture in which our four core values — responsibility, honesty, caring and respect — are integral to everyday operations.
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Each year, as one of the area’s leading 501(c)(3) charitable organizations, the Summit Area YMCA serves more than 19,000 individuals with our free and fee-based programs and services in an area spanning the New Jersey communities of Berkeley Heights, Gillette, Millburn, New Providence, Short Hills, Springfield, Stirling and Summit. Our history is rooted in working side-by-side with our neighbors to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. Through the generosity of our members, donors, and partners, we are able to offer financial assistance for our programs and services to those in need.
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