The YMCA of Melrose is a nonprofit organization that offers community-based programs and services for youths and teenagers. It provides programs related to skills development, building relationships, shaping values and serving the community. The organization offers health and fitness, child care and financial assistance services for individuals and families. It organizes a variety of leisure activities, such as summer camps, water games, drama, sports, arts and crafts and swimming. It also offers sports programs that include basketball, volleyball and baseball for adults, youths and families. The YMCA of Melrose operates a fitness center that includes yoga, aerobics and dance classes. It is located in Melrose, Mass.
The mission of the Cambridge YMCA is to promote and inspire life-long development for children, adults and families through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. The Y achieves this through a broad range of activities that serve a community rich in racial, religious, ethnic, and economic diversity. The Y is a powerful nonprofit association of men, women, and children committed to bringing about lasting personal and social change. With a focus on nurturing the potential of every child and teen, improving the nation's health and well-being and providing opportunities to give back and support neighbors, the Y enables youth, adults, families and communities to be healthy, confident, connected, and secure. The Y is guided by four core values: caring, honesty, respect, responsibility.
