YMCA of San Francisco

YMCA of San Francisco We strengthen the foundations of community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

Youth Development
We believe in nurturing the potential of every child and teen. The Y creates safe, structured environments for young people to become their best selves. Through high-quality programs grounded in youth development theory, we harness communities to invest in 8.86 million kids nation-wide. Healthy Living
We believe wellness comes from a balance in spirit, mind and body, and that wit

h connections and support, everyone, at every age, can make healthier choices. We’re committed to improving the nation’s health and well-being by empowering all people to lead fuller lives. 20.6 million receive support, guidance and the connection they need to get and stay healthy through the Y. Social Responsibility
We believe that when we work together, we move individuals, families and communities forward. Since 1884, the Y has responded to society’s most pressing needs by uniting people from all walks of life to work for social change. 58% of YMCA’s serve communities where household income is below the national average.

Small caps. Big dreams. 🎓💫Last week, the little learners at Lutheran Church of Our Savior Preschool graduated and shared...
06/17/2026

Small caps. Big dreams. 🎓💫

Last week, the little learners at Lutheran Church of Our Savior Preschool graduated and shared their dreams for the future. We celebrated future doctors, artists, and even a K-Pop Demon Hunter!

At the YMCA of Greater San Francisco, we believe strong futures begin with strong starts. We're honored to play a role in helping children build the confidence, curiosity, and sense of belonging that will carry them into whatever comes next. 💛

From sandy shores to thriving wetlands, nature creates space for connection.This fall, youth from Bayview-Hunters Point ...
06/16/2026

From sandy shores to thriving wetlands, nature creates space for connection.

This fall, youth from Bayview-Hunters Point and older adults from the Mission YMCA will come together through Waves of Wisdom: Intergenerational Coastal Stewards—a new program made possible by a $50,000 California Coastal Commission Whale Tail Grant.

Together they'll explore beaches, wetlands, and shoreline habitats while building leadership skills, fostering connection, and strengthening community across generations.

When young people are given the opportunity to explore new possibilities, brighter futures take flight✈️During Aviation ...
06/11/2026

When young people are given the opportunity to explore new possibilities, brighter futures take flight✈️

During Aviation Day, families joined us for a hands-on aviation experience, meeting pilots and engineers, exploring aircraft, and learning about careers in the industry.

Thank you to Alaska Airlines s for partnering with the YMCA of Greater San Francisco to help connect young people with new opportunities, career pathways, and future possibilities.

Brighter futures are built Better Together✨

06/10/2026

Towering redwoods, high ropes adventures, climbing walls, and making waves in the pool 🌲💦

Camp Jones Gulch is packed with unforgettable experiences and endless ways for campers to explore, play, and challenge themselves in the heart of the redwoods. Whether they’re soaring through the ropes course, climbing to new heights, or making memories poolside, every day brings a new adventure.

From 6-day overnight camps to 3-day mini camps for younger campers, there’s a place for every child to experience the magic of sleepaway camp.

The Best Summer Ever starts at Camp Jones Gulch ✨
Register today: .ymcasf.org/program/overnight-summer-camps/

As the soccer World Cup comes to the Bay Area this summer, Pride House SF is creating opportunities for LGBTQ+ communit...
06/09/2026

As the soccer World Cup comes to the Bay Area this summer, Pride House SF is creating opportunities for LGBTQ+ community, visibility, and joy. With more than a dozen programs, Pride House SF is a summer-long series of events celebrating q***r sports, culture, wellbeing, activism, and connection.

View all Pride House events: https://bit.ly/4aiiwh2

At the YMCA of Greater San Francisco, we know that we’re better together! We’re proud to be a partner to Pride House, an organization that makes belonging possible.

SF LGBT Center

What a joyful day at Splash Bash! 💙🌊This past weekend, we celebrated the newest graduates of Bayview Safety Swim and Spl...
06/02/2026

What a joyful day at Splash Bash! 💙🌊

This past weekend, we celebrated the newest graduates of Bayview Safety Swim and Splash, a program that helps young people build confidence, develop life-saving water safety skills, and strengthen community connections.

In partnership with the San Francisco Recreation & Park Department, older youth from Bayview Hunters Point receive swim training and workforce development opportunities before helping teach the next generation of swimmers.

Thank you to the families, supporters, and community members who joined us in celebrating these incredible young people and all they've accomplished.

Meet Ivy 🧡As a Family Advocate at our OMI Family Resource Center, Ivy helps families navigate challenges and access th...
06/01/2026

Meet Ivy 🧡

As a Family Advocate at our OMI Family Resource Center, Ivy helps families navigate challenges and access the resources they need to thrive. She understands that language can be a barrier to support, and her fluency in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin helps create pathways to connection, understanding, and opportunity.

Ivy was selected for the Social Responsibility Award through the Asian Pacific Islander Leadership Network’s Staff Recognition Awards—an initiative led by one of our Employee Resource Groups that helps foster belonging across the YMCA of Greater San Francisco.

This recognition reflects the care, compassion, and dedication Ivy brings to the families she serves every day. Through her work, she helps strengthen community wellbeing and ensures more families feel seen, supported, and empowered.

05/27/2026

Towering redwoods, high ropes adventures, climbing walls, and making waves in the pool 🌲💦

Camp Jones Gulch is packed with unforgettable experiences and endless ways for campers to explore, play, and challenge themselves in the heart of the redwoods. Whether they’re soaring through the ropes course, climbing to new heights, or making memories poolside, every day brings a new adventure.

From 6-day overnight camps to 3-day mini camps for younger campers, there’s a place for every child to experience the magic of sleepaway camp.

The Best Summer Ever starts at Camp Jones Gulch ✨
🔗www.ymcasf.org/program/overnight-summer-camps/

Join us for Bayview’s Splash Bash on Saturday, May 30! 🌊In collaboration with San Francisco Recreation and Park Departme...
05/22/2026

Join us for Bayview’s Splash Bash on Saturday, May 30! 🌊

In collaboration with San Francisco Recreation and Park Department, Bayview Safety Swim and Splash provides free swim lessons to help kids ages 6-14 become strong, confident swimmers.

Water safety saves lives, and every child deserves the skills and support to feel safe around water. 💙 Through Bayview Safety Swim and Splash, youth learn to swim in safe, supervised spaces while community members receive lifeguard training that helps strengthen safety and wellbeing.

Splash Bash is a celebration of our newest Safety Swim and Splash graduates! 💦

📅 Saturday, May 30 | 11AM—1PM
📍 India Basin Waterfront Park

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