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Y Community Impact Spotlight

"The lifestyle initiatives of the Waterbury YMCA's free Ready, Set, Go program were influential to my success because they allowed me to have more time for myself. I learned how to enjoy life more and feel more positive and confident. The program will teach you how to be a better person with a healthy positive lifestyle."
– Naghma Amir


Mission Statement: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that develop a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.

The Greater Waterbury YMCA is a United Way Agency and a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization.

YMCA Financial Assistance for membership, camp and child care is available for qualifying families and individuals.

 Summer Hours of Operation

Monday - Friday:
5:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday:
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Sunday:
7:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Community Partners

The Greater Waterbury YMCA has a longstanding presence in the greater Waterbury community dating back to 1858. Throughout these years, and most especially today, the Greater Waterbury YMCA serves as a leading social service agency in the city. Together with other community agencies, we collaborate to provide a vast array of programs and services to reach the residents of our nine-town service area, especially targeting those individuals most in need. Together, we address immediate needs and help others achieve greater self-sufficiency.


Funding made possible from the Nonprofit Assistance Initiative of the Connecticut Community Foundation.

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Parking Lot breaking ground this summer!

New parking lot coming fall 2010

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