With more than 2,600 YMCA is one of the largest nonprofit community service organizations in America that works to meet the health and human service needs of more than 20 million men, women and children in nearly 10,000 communities. YMCAs are at the heart of community life since 42 million families and 72 million households are located within three miles of a YMCA. YMCA stands for Young Mens Christian Association. From its start more than 150 years ago, when George Williams founded the YMCA as a substitute Bible study and prayer for life on the streets, the YMCA was unusual because it crossed the lines that separated all the different social classes in England. YMCAs offer its members a variety of programs that include adventure guides, aquatics, arts and humanities, camping, child care, community development, family, health and fitness, older adults, SCUBA, sports and teen leadership. YMCA has a location in Greenwich, Conn.
The Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich provides a range of summer and after-school programs. It offers programs in sports, fitness, and education and career development. The organization also provides computer instruction services and conducts game room activities. The Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich offers the Youth of the Year Program for teenagers. In addition, it organizes basketball tournaments and swimming activities. The organization hosts birthday parties and special events. The Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich s clubhouse is a day camp for boys and girls between the ages of 6 and 12. It also provides various membership opportunities for children and adults.
Established in 1916, the Greenwich Family YMCA is a nonprofit organization that offers a variety of youth development programs. It operates a fitness center that is equipped with cardio and strength training equipment, including bikes, elliptical cross trainers, free weights and treadmills. The organization additionally features a 25-yard Olympic-size pool for recreation, competition and lap swimming. The Greenwich Family YMCA conducts aerobic classes that include spinning, Pilates, yoga and body conditioning. It provides adult locker rooms that feature hair dryers, sauna and steam facilities. The organization offers after-school child care services for students in kindergarten through grade five. Its after-school programs include games, arts and crafts and field trips. The Greenwich Family YMCA offers babysitting for children from 6 months to 12 years. It maintains a location in Greenwich, Conn.
Chartered here at this location in 1912, the Boy Scouts of America has succeeded in providing many youth programs which help kids develop their personal character and learn more about interacting with one's community.
