For 100 years, the Greater Joliet Area YMCA has been more than a place you go. It has been a promise – driven by people, grounded in values, committed to strengthening our community, and dedicated to ensuring that people of all ages and from all walks of life have the opportunity to discover who they are and who they can become.

As America’s most trusted swim lesson provider, the YMCA is a leading community resource for drowning prevention and lifelong water safety. Each year, YMCA swim programs help more than one million children build essential swimming and water safety skills. As we step forward into the Greater Joliet Area YMCA’s second century of service, we have an opportunity to work together to make an investment that can help save lives and create a legacy of safer waters in our community for generations to come.

A Legacy Worth Making
In celebration of the Y’s Centennial Anniversary in 2026, we are excited to announce the establishment of the Safe Waters, Strong Futures Endowment Fund to help ensure that everyone in our community has the skills to feel safe, confident, and capable when they are in and around water.

SAFE WATERS, STRONG FUTURES ENDOWMENT FUND INFORMATION

Imagine the impact. A child learns to float. A young swimmer gains confidence. A parent learns how to respond in an emergency. A family discovers the joy of swimming together. Lifesaving skills are passed from one generation to the next. Your generosity can help make these moments possible – today and tomorrow.

PLEDGE YOUR SUPPORT TODAY
Contributions to the Safe Waters, Strong Futures Endowment Fund will help create a permanent source of support for YMCA aquatic programs. Gifts may be made by cash, check, or online. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization, all gifts to the YMCA are tax-deductible.

To pledge your support or to learn more about endowment giving at the YMCA, please contact the Greater Joliet Area YMCA Development Office at (815) 729-9638.