Lake County YMCA

ABOUT THE Y We are governed by volunteers Our governing boards lead policy-making, raise funds to ensure the Y is accessible to all members of the community, advocate for the Ys efforts to influence policies and initiatives that positively and impact our community. VOLUNTEER BOARD OF DIRECTORS LEADERSHIP STAFF We turn no one away due to inability to pay Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. Thanks to support from individual contributions and the United Way of Lake County, we can help offset the cost of membership and program fees for those in need. We have a rich history around the world and at home The YMCA was founded in London, England, in 1844 by George Williams and some friends who lived and worked as clerks in a drapery, a forerunner of dry goods and department stores. Their goal was to help young men like themselves find God. The first members we...