GIVING EVERY CHILD A CHANCE
At the Y, we’re for Youth Development. And that
means nurturing the potential of every child and teen who comes through our
doors.
We believe all kids deserve the chance to discover who they are and what they
can achieve. That’s why through the YMCA of Middle Tennessee, more than 150,000
young people today are cultivating the values, skills and relationships that
lead to positive behaviors and better health and educational achievement.
Why do we do it? Because we know investing in our kids today is an investment in
our community that will pay off tomorrow. And we know the values learned early
on are vital building blocks for life.
That’s why all of our programs for Youth
Development are designed to:
- Foster a sense of belonging, an
essential ingredient for positive youth development
- Connect youth and teens with caring
adults who can serve as role models and mentors
- Improve the literacy skills necessary to achieve academic and
life success
- Teach the Y’s character values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and
Responsibility
- Equip children with the skills they need to make healthy life choices
Every child matters
No matter when or where—be it at summer camp, a sports field, a classroom or
youth outreach center—the Y is committed to giving every child it reaches the
opportunity to discover their purpose and pursue their passions. It’s an
investment we know can change lives today and build a brighter tomorrow for
everyone in our community.
