Established in 1888, the Downtown Durham YMCA is a part of the YMCA of the Triangle Area. The organization puts Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body of youths, adults and senior citizens. Its Y-Learning program offers life enrichment skills and provides academic assistance through homework help and tutoring. The Downtown Durham YMCA offers a variety of activities, such as swimming, skill development, and arts and crafts to students in kindergarten through grade 12. The organization s Black Achievers program provides exposure to various career fields, including entertainment, business, technology, medicine, education, engineering, law, vocational and technical subjects. Located in Durham, N.C., it additionally offers various aquatic and sports and fitness programs.
The YMCA of the Triangle Area is a nonprofit organization that has been coordinating a variety of programs and services for the welfare of the community for more than 150 year. It operates through various branches, including A.E. Finley YMCA, Banks D. Kerr Family YMCA, Cary Family YMCA and Downtown Durham YMCA. The organization administers health and wellness programs for member of various ages. The YMCA of the Triangle Area also coordinates sports, senior adult and after-school programs. In addition, it conducts swimming and leadership lessons. The organization also initiates programs in schools, churches, parks and community centers. The YMCA of the Triangle Area provides support and financial assistance to needy families through the WeBuildPeople program.
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