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FY 2024

Verified NonprofitLast Filed 2024EIN 56-0655420

Gaston County Family YMCA

Gastonia, NCFounded 1951Website

mission statement

The Gaston County Family YMCA is a charitable community service organization that includes men, women and children of all ages, abilities, incomes, races and religions. We are dedicated to building strong kids, strong families and strong communities by putting christian principles into practice through programs that promote healthy lifestyles, strong values, leadership development, community interaction and international understanding. All persons are welcome at our YMCA, regardless of their ability to pay. Our YMCA is founded and led by volunteers from our community. Volunteers also serve as mentors, coaches, program leaders, instructors and more.

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Total Revenue

$12.2M

FY 2024

Program Spending

88%

of total expenses

Known Funders

2019–2024 filings

Key Metrics (FY 2024)

The Numbers

$38.7M

Total Assets

$37.7M net

52.15 mo

Operating Reserves

FY 2024

Active Programs

FY 2024

565

Total Employees

FY 2024

Funding Track Record

Backed by 23 Institutional Funders

$7.6M raised across 68 grants · +$79K committed (2019–2024 filings)

Funder Geography

Funders across 8 states (2019–2024 filings)

Institutional Funding by Year

PaidCommittedBoth

Funder	Location	Total Awarded
Gaston Community Foundation	GASTONIA, NC	$4,745,011
The W Duke Kimbrell Family Foundation	GASTONIA, NC	$1,000,000
North Carolina Alliance of Ymcas Inc	Raleigh, NC	$440,252
McH Foundation	GASTONIA, NC	$300,000
The David Belk Cannon Foundation	GASTONIA, NC	$263,800
Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund	BOSTON, MA	$180,515
National Council of Young Mens Christian Assns of the USA	Chicago, IL	$171,814
Gaston Memorial Hospital Inc	GASTONIA, NC	$130,000
The Cannon Foundation Inc	CONCORD, NC	$125,000
Carrie E and Lena V Glenn Foundation Inc	GASTONIA, NC	$58,500 +$58,500 committed

Total tracked: $7,593,248 across 68 grants · +$78,500 committed across 4 commitments (2019–2024 filings)

Totals reflect grants as reported on funder tax returns. Timing may not match recipient revenue: funder and recipient fiscal years often differ, and grants paid by a funder in one year may be recognized by the recipient in a different year.

Programs (FY 2024)

What They Do

$4.2M in expenses

Healthy Living: The Y is a leading voice on health and well-being. We bring families closer together, encourage good health, and foster connections through fitness, water activities, fun and shared interests. This is particularly important as our nation struggles with isolation, obesity, chronic disease, and work/life balance. Individuals search for personal fulfillment. It is our mission to ensure the Y is always affordable and open to all faiths, backgrounds, abilities, and income levels.

$3.4M in expenses

Youth Development: Our Y is committed to nurturing the potential of every child and we continue to be committed to supporting youth and families with childcare options. We believe that this focus on social and emotional health, values education, skill development, and relationship building leads to positive behaviors, better health and educational achievement. Our YMCA programs such as Safety Around Water, Youth Sports, Summer Day Camp, Y Afterschool, and Teen Mental Health Awareness offer a range of life skills that enrich cognitive, social, physical and emotional growth. Our YMCA believes every family should have access to affordable programs.

$44K in expenses

Social Responsibility: Our Y believes in giving back and supporting our community. We have been listening and responding to our community's most critical social needs for more than 60 years. Throughout the year we engaged in programs and initiatives focused on strengthening Gaston County. This includes working with youth, adults, seniors, families, staff, and volunteers to pave the way for future generations to thrive.

Financial History