YMCA of the East Valley

Before and After School Programs: Before and After School programs were run at 39 school sites in the San Bernardino City Unified school District and After School programs were programs were run at 10 sites in the Redlands Unified School District. During the 2021-22 fiscal year the program served approximately 8,000 students per day. The YMCA before and after school programs allowed children to learn, grow, and thrive. Youth experienced curriculum through various content areas, hands-on activities, club curriculum, service learning and enrichment centers. Core components of the program included homework support, physical fitness, nutritional snacks, science, art, culture, Y clubs, diversity and cultural awareness, character education, social and enotional leaning and other enrichment activites.

Child Care:Childcare is available for children ages 18 months through 5th grade in a safe, nurturing, stimulating and educationsl environment. Financial assistance is available. Teachers model the Y's character values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Children gain the self-confidence needed to try new things and acquire the skills necessary for a lifetime of learning. Nutritious breakfasts, lunch and afternoon snacks are provided at the preschool program. Meals are free to all children.After school care was provided at 12 school sites during 2021-22 providing K-5th grade students opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Core components include homework assistance, active play, healthy snacks and engaging activities.

Health and Fitness and Camping: Healthy living was a priority through the Y's fitness centers and expanded group exercise classes. A wide variety of classes were offered to cater to diverse categories of members.Youth basketball and volleyball sports leagues were offered ensuring that every kid participated and learned about sportsmanship, teamwork, and positive motivation. Martial Arts, Little Rookies, soccer, aquatics, and running programs were offered to youth."Hoop Shots" basketball league was in operation featuring teams consisting of developmentally disadvantaged young adults. The unique circus program, "The Great Y Circus", was in full operation in 2021-2022,culminating in circus performances during May. The circus has performed since 1928 and multiple generations being involved in the program is the norm. Volunteer trainers keep passing down their skills to the next generation. Circus classes include: unicycle, acrobatics, teeterboard, hand balancing, lyra, wire, aerial rings, trapeze, clowning, and many others.A Safety Around Water program was offered free to the community to teach participants how to avoid drowning. This program was available due to charitable donations from individuals and corporations. Day Camp programs offered children and teens an educational and enriching experience and provided leadership opportunities as well. These programs were offered during school breaks and afforded the parents the opportunity to work while being confident that their children were being well cared for in a stimulating environment. After being shut down from Covid, summer camping trips for youth and families resumed at Camp Edwards and provided memorable experiences, helping to develop confidence and self-esteem. Financial assistance was available to ensure that families and individuals could participate at the Y. Scholarships and financial assistance amounting to $318,925 was awarded to families and individuals to enable them to participate in YMCA programs.