Lake County faces new challenges that create a greater need than ever for the work we do every day. Fortunately, where some see obstacles, we see opportunities for our members, volunteers and staff to make a difference.

Crossroads YMCA Mission is:

To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. 

Read more and get involved with our mission in action through our Advancing Equity Committee

At the YMCA we serve over 1,000 kids daily, or over 250,000 hours of contact, with Pre-K enrichment through our learning centers and preschool programs. Our goal is to make sure ALL KIDS have the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. In 2024, we provided over $1 million in financial assistance across our association, and we see that number growing as we expand our facilities and increase program offerings.

Today, 6 in 10 children ages 9-15 contemplate suicide and 1 in 3 are overweight or obese. Kids need a safe place to learn, grow, and thrive. Through our before and after school programs, summer day camp programs, youth sports, and STEAM programming over 8,000 kids spend 1,000’s of hours trying new activities, building self-confidence, and creating positive friendships that will help keep them on the right path.

Help us make a difference in the lives of kids through our annual campaign. Donate here! 

In 2024, we will have provided financial assistance to over 24,000 kids, families, and adults who cannot afford memberships and programs. This could be due to job loss, being a single parent, seniors having a fixed income, an unexpected medical condition, and much more.

As we age we want to enjoy good health, positive friendships, and new experiences. Indiana ranks 34th out of 50 states in risk factors associated with senior isolation. These factors include social roles, social networks, and strong support systems. At the YMCA, we help provide that through our many programs, member services and activities. A positive and safe community where people can develop long-lasting friendships and be healthy and active. From our low impact slimnastics classes to water arthritis classes, social clubs like pot lucks, book clubs, and senior trips we help connect seniors and reduce those factors associated with isolation. Currently, we have over 8,000 members over age 65 that take advantage of these programs and activities.

Help us make a difference through our annual campaign. Donate here!

We have started a partnership with local school districts through the Safety Around Water initiative, which focuses on teaching critical skills that will help reduce drowning through our pre and post water skills tests. In 2024, we taught almost 7,000 kids how to swim.

Our Income Based Financial Assistance program has helped over 24,000 kids, families, and adults afford a membership to help support a healthy lifestyle through our group fitness classes, senior classes, and many youth programs.

Help us make a difference  in our community through our annual campaign. Donate here!