For over a century, Big Brothers Big Sisters has been helping change kids' perspectives and giving them the opportunity to reach their potential. And we have over a century of volunteers, donors, and advocates just like you to thank.It all started in 1904, when a young New York City court clerk named Ernest Coulter was seeing more and more boys come through his courtroom. He recognized that caring adults could help many of these kids stay out of trouble, and he set out to find volunteers. That marked the beginning of the Big Brothers movement.
The Central YMCA is nationally unique as it is the first YMCA to share its facility with the YWCA, combining resources to more effectively serve members. The YMCA occupies 50,000 sq. ft. on the west side of the building with a state-of-the-art Aquatic Center, Teen and Family Centers, Fitness Center and Gymnasium. The YWCA occupies 30,000 sq. ft. on the east side of the building, offering joint YMCA-YWCA Child Care facilities, Domestic Violence Victims Services, Our Sister's Closet, Job Readiness & Opportunity Center, and Community Gathering spaces.
For Youth Development, Healthy Living, Social Responsibility
