YMCA

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The Young Men’s Christian Association (“YMCA” or “the Y”) is a worldwide movement of more than 45 million members from 124 national federations affiliated through the World Alliance of YMCAs.

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The YMCA was founded on June 6, 1844 in London, England by George Williams.

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The goal of the YMCA is putting Christian principles into practice, achieved by developing “a healthy spirit, mind, and body.”

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The YMCA is an organization made up of local and national organizations in voluntary association.

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Today, YMCAs are open to all, regardless of faith, social class, age, or gender.