A Message from Our Leaders
Dear Members,
Welcome, and thank you for being a part of the Y community.
At the YMCA of Greater Springfield, our mission is simple but powerful: to serve all. For over 173 years, we’ve been a vital thread in the fabric of this community, creating spaces where everyone feels valued, supported, and connected.
Every day, we work to strengthen our community by helping individuals discover their potential, find their purpose, and build lasting connections with one another. Whether it’s through Youth Development, Healthy Living, or Social Responsibility, the heart of our work remains the same: creating positive, lasting change.
But none of this is possible without you. As a nonprofit, we depend on the support and partnership of our members, volunteers, donors, and community allies. Your belief in our mission fuels our work and moves it forward.
Together, we’re not just building programs—we’re building a stronger, healthier, and more inclusive community. And together, we are truly Stronger.
With deep gratitude,
Dexter Johnson
President & CEO
Michael Rouette
Board Chair/CVO
WHO WE ARE
Founded in 1852, the YMCA of Greater Springfield is the fourth oldest Y in the world. For 173 years, we’ve served 14 communities and over 10,000 individuals annually. From early education to after-school care, summer camps, wellness programs, and community support, we are committed to strengthening our community through our core values.
The mission of the YMCA of Greater Springfield is to serve the community in Greater Springfield by providing programs that promote lifelong personal growth and the balanced development of spirit, mind, and body—for all. We focus on Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility.
People Served | Areas of Impact |
10,000 | Membership |
225 | Early Learning |
864 | Before & After School |
926 | Summer Day Camp & Programming |
1,282 | Military & Veterans |
103 | Association Y-AIM Teen Programs |
720 | Association LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA |
Youth Development
We nurture the potential of every child and teen by helping them discover who they are, build strong values, and succeed in school and life.
Healthy Living
We promote health and well-being for all through programs that strengthen spirit, mind, and body, bringing families and communities together in wellness.
Social Responsibility
We believe in giving back. No one is turned away due to inability to pay, and we work to meet the evolving needs of our neighbors with compassion and inclusion.
YMCA OF GREATER SPRINGFIELD
PO Box 15329, 1500 Main Street, Suite 256, Springfield, MA 01115
SPRINGFIELDY.ORG