"Leaders has shaped me as a person and has shown me my values. I have learned more from each meeting than I have throughout all of high school. Leaders is the highlight of my weeks, and even though I am scared for it to end and to move on, I know I have learned what I needed to."
Graduating Senior 2025
“C loves the Rally's. It gives him the chance to do things with other people other than PV. C doesn't have many friends he hangs out with, this is a great opportunity for him to learn and practice social skills. The Y and your group has given C a lot of confidence which he didn't have before joining your group and for that I am forever grateful.”
Parent of a Teen Leader

We offer a variety of work development programs through volunteering with the Y. Our CIT and JC programs allow teens to gain experience in a work environment while they are in a safe environment to make mistakes. These programs are currently offered during our Camp Combe Summer Program located in Putnam Valley, NY.

Teen Leader Spotlight: Sophia’s Gold Award Project

As part of her Girl Scout Gold Award, our Teen Leader Sophia created special calm-down spaces at Camp Combe to support emotional well-being. She also developed a helpful guide of calming strategies and resources to share with others. Explore her project here ➡️ Calm Down Resources.

YMCA of CNW Youth And Government News

Thank you, Con Edison, for your generous $25,000 grant to support our Youth and Government program!

This funding will empower our youth to explore climate resiliency, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to become informed leaders committed to building a more sustainable future. 

Thank you, Con Edison, for investing in the next generation of changemakers!