West Morris Area YMCA
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
THE WEST MORRIS AREA YMCA, A NONPROFIT CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION, HAS EVOLVED TO MEET THE NEEDS OF THE COMMUNITIES WE SERVE SINCE 1889. WE PROVIDE BEST IN CLASS OPPORTUNITIES PROMOTING YOUTH DEVELOPMENT, HEALTHY LIVING, AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY. INCLUSION OF ALL PEOPLE IS
- Income
- $6.4 million
- Spending
- $6.8 million
- Spent on programs
- 71%
- Reserves
- 0.8 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 96%
- Employees
- 355
- Volunteers
- 19
- Highest pay
- $197,381, ceo
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Weak: 47 out of 100.
Reserves
4 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 0.8 months of spending.
Debt
16 of 20It owes 20% of what it owns.
Living within its means
4 of 15Spending exceeded income by 6% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 6% on the year before.
Spending floor
8 of 1571% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 38 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Strong: 93 out of 100.
Independent board
25 of 2510 of 10 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
8 of 8Has a written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
0 of 7Reports no written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Pay set independently
5 of 5Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.
Independent check of accounts
15 of 15Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Impact evidence
Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.
Programs described in its return (3)
- $2.6 million spent. Youth Development - Our Y is committed to nurturing the potential of every child and teen. We serve over 200 children daily in our before and after school programs, located in seven offsite school locations in the Rockaway Township and Allamuchy school districts. These programs focus on developing social/emotional, cognitive and physical development through experiences held in a safe environment. Financial assistance is available for this program. Located onsite at our Y is our state funded Universal Pre-K program where 30 children ages 3-4 receive a rich learning experience entirely free of charge to eligible students in the Dover School system. This program offers a comprehensive, research-based curriculum that features exploration and discovery as a way of learning, enabling children to develop confidence, creativity, and lifelong critical thinking skills. Teachers carefully monitor students' progress through 38 research - based objectives to allow for a seamless transition to kindergarten. Transportation, lunch, and snack are also provided. Certified educators, directors and teacher's aids provide bilingual assistance to those children and families who require additional communication methods. This year our summer camp will enrich the lives of over 300 children for nine weeks during the months of June, July, and August. An emphasis on tutoring will be provided for all children who register, to help combat the significant learning loss challenges experienced as an ongoing result from the Covid pandemic. This effort was made possible by receipt of $3000 grant funded through TCNJ and the New Jersey Y Alliance partners. Our CIT (Counselors in Training) program provides the opportunity for children in grades 9 and 10, the ability to develop their leadership skills, while enjoying the activities of day camp under the guidance of trained experienced camp directors. Our Y provides full financial assistance to one family, as chosen by faculty of the Dover School System at the conclusion of the school year. This will allow for one full year of access for that entire family to the pools, gymnasium, fitness center, track and fitness classes, as well as our monthly specialty Family Night Events, fostering relationship building, fun and social/emotional well-being.
- $2.2 million spent. HEALTHY LIVING PROGRAM ACTIVITIES - Our Y is committed to improving the health of all members of our community through fitness, sports, fun, social activities and shared interests. We are welcoming to all, supportive and provide a safe environment where no one is judged, and everyone is celebrated for their unique abilities. Through our partnership with Atlantic Health Systems and Atlantic Rehab satellite physical therapy located in onsite, we bridge the gap for those patients who are not yet fully functional once their allotted physical therapy sessions are completed. We offer ongoing rehabilitative sessions in our Warm Water Pool with ATRI certified aquatic rehab specialists. This program has received multiple international awards for our outstanding program in the area of aquatic fitness and rehab. Our ADA Accessible/Family Changing Locker room which allows for easy access to our Warm Water Pool, was made possible and funded through generous donations to our Building What Matters Campaign. We help hundreds of clients suffering from chronic conditions, and those who are recovering from injury, surgery or illness. Our Rock Steady Boxing program for people with Parkinson's, offers hope for many who are suffering with a progressive, debilitating disease. In addition to land classes, this program also offers a one-of-a-kind aquatic component featuring underwater boxing bags, bikes, trampolines and balance beams. We believe the Y is the antidote to the ongoing repercussions many in our community are experiencing and will continue to experience for many years as a result of the pandemic. The Y provides an opportunity to deliver programming, compassion and friendship to support all aspects of wellness- inclusive of mind, body and spirit.
- Social Responsibility - Our Y has been listening to and responding to the critical needs of our community for over 100 years. Through our annual campaign no one is turned away for inability to pay. We are committed to delivering the training, resources and support that empower the members of our community to effect change, bridge gaps and overcome obstacles. Strong healthy neighbors create strong healthy communities, and the Y will continue to pave the way to wellness for future generations.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.
Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.
Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 30, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.
On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.
Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 10, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2025.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since March 1934.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.
Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.
Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 7, 2026.
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