HERE FOR OUR COMMUNITY

Welcome to the YMCA of CNW where we build strong kids, strong families and strong communities. Join the Y to get healthy and feel great with virtual fitness classes, childcare and summer camp programs. Serving 66 zip codes the Y is an essential part of our communities.

About Us

At the YMCA of Central & Northern Westchester, a common thread of caring, honesty, respect, and social responsibility weaves itself through all of our programs, staff, and participants. We pride ourselves on those four character traits and firmly believe our community is better because of our values. In addition, our programs enable children to realize their potential in a place where fun & learning go hand in hand.

Operating as a non-facility YMCA we are unique in that we are solely based on programs run in schools, & community spaces throughout Northern Westchester and Putnam Counties.

OUR MISSION

The YMCA of CNW is committed to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. It is a charitable, not-for-profit organization that welcomes all people regardless of age, race religion, or economic status and strives to enrich each and every life through a unique, dynamic combination of programs that strengthens spirit, mind, and body.

OUR AREAS OF FOCUS

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
Nurturing the potential of every child and teen
We believe that all kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. That’s why, through the Y, millions of youth today are cultivating the values, skills, and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health, and educational achievement.

HEALTHY LIVING
Improving the nation’s health and well-being
In communities across the nation, the Y is a leading voice on health and well-being. With a mission centered on balance, the Y brings families closer together, encourages good health, and fosters connections through fitness, sports, fun, and shared interests. As a result, millions of youth, adults, and families are receiving the support, guidance, and resources needed to achieve greater health and well-being for their spirit, mind, and body.

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Giving back and providing support to our neighbors
The Y has been listening and responding to our community’s most critical social needs for 160 years. Whether developing skills or emotional well-being through education and training, welcoming and connecting diverse demographic populations through global services, or preventing chronic disease and building healthier communities through collaborations with policymakers, the Y fosters the care and respect all people need and deserve. Through the Y, 500,000 volunteers and thousands of donors, leaders, and partners across the country are empowering millions of people in the U.S. and around the world to be healthy, confident, connected, and secure.

The Y’s Values
Caring: We show a sincere concern for others
Honesty: We are truthful in what we say and do
Respect: We treat each other as we’d all like to be treated
Responsibility: We are accountable for our promises and actions


The Y’s Brand Personality
Welcoming: We’re open to all and create spaces where you can be, belong and become
Genuine: We value who you are and encourage you to be true to yourself and others
Nurturing: We’re with you on your path to reach your full potential
Hopeful: We believe in your ability to inspire a brighter tomorrow
Determined: We work relentlessly to strengthen communities, starting with you


The Y’s National Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Statement
The Y is made up of people of all ages, from all walks of life, working side-by-side to strengthen communities. Together, we strive to ensure that everyone, regardless of ability, age, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender expression, gender identity, ideology, income, national origin, race or sexual orientation has the opportunity to reach their full potential
with dignity. Our core values are caring, honesty, respect and responsibility — they guide everything we do.

YMCA of Central and Northern Westchester
Board of Governors

Mark Iannucci, Chair
Deputy Chief of Personnel, City of Yonkers, NY Fire Department (Ret.)

Peter Palma, Vice Chair
Senior Vice President, Global Total Rewards, Sony Music Entertainment

Rachel Eckhaus, Treasurer
CFO / Controller / Fractional / Interim / M&A Integrations

Harry Singh, Secretary
Managing Director, Deloitte Consulting

Charles Goldberger, Immediate Past Chair
Owner, McCullough Goldberger & Staudt

Katy Flint Coppinger
Fundraising Executive

Wiley Harrison
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Ana Maria Irazabal
SVP Human Resources, COMBE

Patrick Lynch
President, OLA Consulting Engineers

Hillary Millman
Marketing and Communications Specialist, Better Words Marketing

Andrew Morzello
Education Administrator (Ret.)

Matt Parisi
President, CEO, & Counsel, The Kensico Cemetery

Susan Ross
Executive Leadership Coach & Founder, INTENTION Personal Development Group

Alana Sweeny

Jose Tavares
Global Financial Services Executive

Maria Trusa
CEO, Formé Medical Center & Urgent Care

History Channel’s History of the YMCA

Strengthen The Foundations Of Your Community.

Across the United States, more than 500,000 business leaders, community advocates, parents, teens, and individuals who want to give back and support their neighbors volunteer at the Y. With a focus on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, Y volunteers give men, women, and children of all ages and from all walks of life the resources and support they need to be healthy, confident, connected and secure.

The YMCA of CNW is always looking for volunteers to:

  • Join our Boards of Directors and committees
  • Help raise funds to ensure the Y is accessible to all members of the community
  • Advocate for the Y’s efforts to influence policies and initiatives that positively impact your community
  • Participate in opportunities to give back and support neighbors.

 

Giving your valuable time to the Y is guaranteed to enrich your own life as well as the lives of others.

To volunteer or suggest a project for the YMCA. Please email dvitetta@ymca-cnw.org.

Our Supporters

As an organization, we at the YMCA of CNW would like to express our deepest gratitude to these key supporters of our cause. They have allowed us to continue to transform the lives of our communities through their generous donations. 

Thank you for your support!!