Springfield Since 1888
About
Springfield Since 1888
About
Serving Southwest Missouri for more than 100 years.
The Ozarks Regional YMCA was established in Springfield in 1888, and our association is made up of six family centers, Pat Jones YMCA in Springfield, Ozark Mountain Family YMCA in Hollister, Monett Area YMCA, Cassville YMCA, Dallas County Area YMCA in Buffalo, Lebanon Family YMCA. In addition, our overnight camp, YMCA Camp Wakonda and the School Age Services department add depth to our community service making Ozarks Regional YMCA more than just a gym.
The Y is for everyone. Our programs, services and initiatives enable kids to realize their potential, prepare teens for college, offer ways for families to have fun together, empower people to be healthier in spirit, mind and body, prepare people for employment, welcome and embrace newcomers and help foster a nationwide service ethic.
And that’s just the beginning.
The Ozarks Regional YMCA is a not-for-profit organization that believes no one should be denied access to membership and/or programs due to the inability to pay. These funds are subsidized through grants, special events and the Y Impact Campaign.
Our organization continues to reflect a commitment to excellence in everything we do. We focus our work in three key areas of impact, because nurturing the potential of children, helping people live healthier and supporting our neighbors are fundamental to strengthening communities. We believe that to bring about meaningful change in individuals and communities, we must be focused and accountable.
Serving Southwest Missouri for more than 100 years.
The Ozarks Regional YMCA was established in Springfield in 1888, and our association is made up of six family centers, Pat Jones YMCA in Springfield, Ozark Mountain Family YMCA in Hollister, Monett Area YMCA, Cassville YMCA, Dallas County Area YMCA in Buffalo, Lebanon Family YMCA. In addition, our overnight camp, YMCA Camp Wakonda and the School Age Services department add depth to our community service making Ozarks Regional YMCA more than just a gym.
The Y is for everyone. Our programs, services and initiatives enable kids to realize their potential, prepare teens for college, offer ways for families to have fun together, empower people to be healthier in spirit, mind and body, prepare people for employment, welcome and embrace newcomers and help foster a nationwide service ethic.
And that’s just the beginning.
The Ozarks Regional YMCA is a not-for-profit organization that believes no one should be denied access to membership and/or programs due to the inability to pay. These funds are subsidized through grants, special events and the Y Impact Campaign.
Our organization continues to reflect a commitment to excellence in everything we do. We focus our work in three key areas of impact, because nurturing the potential of children, helping people live healthier and supporting our neighbors are fundamental to strengthening communities. We believe that to bring about meaningful change in individuals and communities, we must be focused and accountable.
OZARKS REGIONAL YMCA
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Christian Lewis - President
Simmons Bank
Jack Sinor - Vice President
PCnet Inc.
Joe Young - Treasurer
Simmons Bank
Wade Hermansen - Secretary
Dry Gulch Manufacturing
Bart Tacke
C. Arch Bay Company
Callie Carroll
Old Missouri Bank
Jack Williams
WinTech Inc.
Jeff Davis
Turner Reid, Duncan, Loomer & Patton P.C.
Jon Gold
Reynolds and Gold Law
Karen Thomas
Cardeum
Kelly Byrne
SayUCan Real Estate
Ken Reynolds
Reynolds and Gold Law
Maggie Crider
The Kitchen
Mike Chiles
Camp Wakonda
Sarah Hassan
Guaranty Bank
Shelley Marshall
Merrill Lynch
Stephanie Anderson
People Centric
BECOME A BOARD MEMBER
There is no other volunteer organization quite like the Y. That’s because in 10,000 communities across the nation, we have the presence and partnerships not just to promise, but to deliver, lasting and personal change.
We’re looking for board members to help lead the Ozarks Regional YMCA in responding to our neighborhood’s social needs while strengthening the foundation of community.
Think you’d be a fit?
Dear Friends of the Ozarks Regional YMCA,
It’s a wrap! As we look back on 2022 and the 135 years we’ve had the opportunity to serve our community, we feel an immense sense of gratitude to be entrusted with this mission: To put Christian Principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for All.
We recognize that through the generosity and support of our donors and partners, we provide life-changing programs and services to children, teens and adults in communities throughout our region, welcoming everyone, regardless of background or circumstances.
Continued support will increase our reach across the YMCA pillars; Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility. Significantly, we provide:
Camp—Exciting, safe environments for young people to explore the outdoors, build confidence, develop skills and make lasting friendships and memories, so they can grow as individuals and leaders.
Child Care—Safe, nurturing environments for children to learn, grow and develop social skills, so parents can go to work knowing their kids are still with people who care about their development and well-being.
Swim, Sports & Play—Positive, fun activities that not only build individual fitness and wellbeing but also a sense of community.
Active Older Adults Programs & Wellness—Silver Sneakers®, seated workouts, water aerobics, coffee around the table, and volunteer opportunities are just some of the ways we support our seniors’ mental health, physical wellbeing, and independence.
A Place for All—Inclusive programs that welcome everyone; no matter their race, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, or financial situation.
We hope you’ll enjoy reading more about our 2022 regional impacts and we hope you’ll be inspired to join us as a champion for communities where everyone belongs.
Our promise to you is that we will continue to stay true to our cause of strengthening community and remain committed stewards of the resources entrusted to us.
Wherever we go as the Ozarks Regional YMCA family, we will look to our past to inform our future.
