Young Mens Christian Association of Greater Indianapolis
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
THE MISSION OF THE YMCA IS TO PUT CHRISTIAN PRINCIPLES INTO PRACTICE THROUGH PROGRAMS THAT BUILD HEALTHY SPIRIT, MIND, AND BODY FOR ALL.
- Income
- $66.2 million
- Spending
- $69.1 million
- Spent on programs
- 89%
- Reserves
- 5 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 80%
- Employees
- 3,727
- Volunteers
- 2,500
- Highest pay
- $335,395, president & ceo
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Good: 73 out of 100. Higher than 65% of charities in its peer group (human services, $10m to $100m).
Reserves
20 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 5.0 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 13% of what it owns.
Living within its means
8 of 15Spending exceeded income by 4% of income.
Income trend
10 of 15Income fell 5% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1589% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 16 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 35% of charities in its peer group (human services, $10m to $100m).
Independent board
25 of 2530 of 32 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
7 of 7Has a 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, 2024, 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 (5)
- $29.6 million spent. YOUTH DEVELOPMENT THE YMCA OF GREATER INDIANAPOLIS STAFF AND VOLUNTEER LEADERSHIP FIRMLY BELIEVE THAT ALL YOUNG PEOPLE DESERVE TO DISCOVER THEIR GOD-GIVEN GIFTS. YMCA PROGRAMS CULTIVATE VALUES, INTERPERSONAL SKILLS AND RELATIONSHIPS THAT LEAD TO POSITIVE BEHAVIORS, BETTER HEALTH AND EDUCATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT. *THE YMCA BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM FOSTERS GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT IN CHILDREN, THEIR PARENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES. KIDS DEVELOP MORAL AND ETHICAL BEHAVIOR, SELF-ESTEEM AND LEADERSHIP SKILLS. PARENTS CAN GO TO WORK KNOWING THEIR CHILDREN WILL THRIVE IN A SAFE, SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT. FOR PARENTS WHO CANNOT AFFORD THE FULL PROGRAM COST, THE Y PROVIDES AN "INCOME-BASED" SLIDING SCALE FEE. IN 2024, THE YMCA BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM SERVED 4,699 CHILDREN FROM 80 DIFFERENT SCHOOLS. PARTICIPATING STUDENTS REPRESENTED 13 SCHOOL DISTRICTS. OF THE CHILDREN SERVED, 22.8% QUALIFIED FOR A REDUCED OR WAIVED PROGRAM FEE. *YMCA PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS PROVIDE A HALF-DAY OF ENRICHMENT, ACADEMICS AND SOCIALIZATION FOR THREE TO FIVE YEAR OLDS. IN 2024, 548 KIDS PARTICIPATED IN THE Y'S PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS. OF THOSE, 61% RECEIVED FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE. *YMCA CAMPING AND OUTDOOR EDUCATION PROGRAMS PROMOTE SPIRITUAL AWARENESS, MENTAL DEVELOPMENT, PHYSICAL WELL-BEING, SOCIAL GROWTH AND A RESPECT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT. IN 2024, 3,457 DAY CAMPERS WERE ACTIVE AT LOCATIONS ACROSS CENTRAL INDIANA. THE YMCA'S OVERNIGHT CAMP, THE FLAT ROCK RIVER CAMP AT THE RUTH LILLY YMCA OUTDOOR CENTER SERVED 3,698 CHILDREN. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE THROUGH THE YMCA'S SLIDING-SCALE FEE HELPED 530 CAMPERS WHO MIGHT NOT OTHERWISE AFFORD THIS EXPERIENCE, PARTICIPATE IN THE Y'S OUTDOOR CAMPING. *YMCA AQUATICS PROGRAMS PROVIDE SWIMMING AND WATER-SAFETY SKILLS. THESE PROGRAMS PROMOTE GOOD HEALTH THROUGH REGULAR EXERCISE, TEAMWORK, SELF-CONFIDENCE AND LEADERSHIP. IN 2024, 7,332 CHILDREN, TEENS AND ADULTS LEARNED HOW TO BE SAFER AROUND WATER BY DEVELOPING IMPORTANT WATER-SAFETY SKILLS. THE YMCA PROVIDED FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO 947 OF THOSE PARTICIPANTS. *YMCA YOUTH SPORTS PROGRAMS PROMOTE SELF-WORTH AND INCREASE SELF-ESTEEM. EVERY SPORT FOCUSES ON FULL AND EQUAL PARTICIPATION. EVERY CHILD PLAYS IN EVERY GAME. WIN OR LOSE, YMCA YOUTH SPORTS PROGRAMS EMPHASIZE DEVELOPMENT OF SKILL, HEALTH AND FITNESS, SAFETY, COOPERATION AND RESPECT FOR OTHERS. IN 2024, 6,520 CHILDREN AND TEENS ENROLLED IN OUR YOUTH SPORTS PROGRAMS INCLUDING SOCCER, BASKETBALL, T-BALL AND BASEBALL LEAGUES. OF THOSE ENROLLED, 1,168 RECEIVED FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE.
- $28.2 million spent. HEALTHY LIVING THE YMCA CONTINUES TO FOCUS ON IMPROVING THE HEALTH AND WELLBEING OF THE CITIZENS IN THE METROPOLITAN AREA OF INDIANAPOLIS. THE YMCA IS PART OF A COALITION OF COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS SET UP TO ADDRESS CHALLENGES IN THE INDIANAPOLIS AREA. THERE ARE MORE THAN 100 ORGANIZATIONS CONVENED BY THE YMCA ON A REGULAR BASIS TO DEVELOP SOLUTIONS FOR THE COMMUNITY. THE YMCA IMPACTS AND IMPROVES HEALTHY LIVING IN CENTRAL INDIANA BY PROVIDING SPACE FOR PEOPLE TO PARTICIPATE IN WELLNESS PROGRAMS, LEARN MORE ABOUT HEALTHY LIVING, FIGHT CHRONIC DISEASE AND IMPROVE THEIR LIVES. OVER 163,628 PEOPLE IN THE INDIANAPOLIS AREA ARE MEMBERS OR PARTICIPANTS IN Y PROGRAMS. THE YMCA IS OPEN TO ALL AGES, ABILITIES AND INCOME LEVELS. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FROM THE YMCA HELPS LOW AND MODERATE-INCOME LEVEL FAMILIES AFFORD MEMBERSHIP AND PARTICIPATE IN PROGRAMS. THERE IS A SLIDING-SCALE FEE AVAILABLE TO ANY HOUSEHOLD WITH INCOME OF $55,000 OR LESS PER YEAR. WELLNESS AND HEALTHY LIVING SERVICES PROVIDED TO THE COMMUNITY INCLUDE: *CARDIOVASCULAR EXERCISE, STRENGTH TRAINING, STRETCHING AND RELAXATION. *INDIVIDUAL PROGRAMS SUCH AS ONE-ON-ONE COACHING AND PERSONAL TRAINING. *VIRTUAL OPPORTUNITIES, LAUNCHED QUICKLY AT THE START OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC IN MARCH 2020, REMAIN A PROGRAM OPTION FOR WELLNESS, FITNESS AND CHRONIC DISEASE PREVENTION. *GROUP PROGRAMS AND CLASSES SUCH AS YOGA, PILATES, AEROBIC EXERCISE, DANCE AND MARTIAL ARTS. *TEAM SPORTS SUCH AS BASKETBALL, VOLLEYBALL AND SOFTBALL. *COMMUNITY GATHERING OPPORTUNITIES AND EXERCISE PROGRAMS FOR THOSE 65 AND OLDER. *ADULT CLASSES THAT INCLUDE EXERCISE FOR THOSE WITH CHRONIC ILLNESS LIKE ARTHRITIS AND HEART DISEASE. *WELCOMING AND COMFORTABLE EXERCISE AND PROGRAM AREAS TAILORED TO BEGINNERS. *PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN AND TEENS INCLUDING SWIMMING LESSONS, SAFETY AROUND WATER CLASSES, CAMPING, GYMNASTICS, DANCE, MARTIAL ARTS AND TEAM SPORTS. *SAFE PLACES FOR CHILDREN TO GROW AND LEARN. *PRENATAL EXERCISE AND PARENT-CHILD EXERCISE CLASSES. *GATHERING SPACES TO BUILD COMMUNITY WITH OTHERS. *PROGRAMS TO ENGAGE AND STRENGTHEN THE FAMILY UNIT. THE YMCA PROVIDES SUPPORT FOR PEOPLE SEEKING TO PREVENT THE ONSET OF TYPE II DIABETES. THE YMCA OF GREATER INDIANAPOLIS, WORKING IN COLLABORATION WITH THE INDIANA UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE, DEVELOPED AN AWARD WINNING DIABETES PREVENTION PROGRAM. IT HAS BEEN ADOPTED BY THE CDC AND IS NOW PROVIDED IN Y'S ACROSS THE NATION. IN ADDITION, THE Y ADOPTED THE LIVESTRONG PROGRAM TO HELP THOSE WITH CANCER RECOVER FASTER.
- $3.6 million spent. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY THE YMCA OF GREATER INDIANAPOLIS OFFERS THE RESOURCES OUR COMMUNITIES NEED TO ADDRESS PRESSING SOCIAL ISSUES. PROGRAMS PROVIDE CHILDCARE AND EDUCATION AND HELP PARENTS STAY EMPLOYED. TEEN ACTIVITIES ARE AMONG THE MOST RAPIDLY GROWING YMCA PROGRAMS. INTERACTION WITH TEENS HELPS PREVENT THE CRIME AND VIOLENCE THAT PLAGUES SO MANY NEIGHBORHOODS. IN 2024, THE YMCA ASSISTED TEENS AND CHILDREN THROUGH MEANINGFUL PROGRAMS LIKE: *TEEN LEADERSHIP CAMPS AND COUNSELOR IN TRAINING PROGRAMS; Y TEEN ZONE; Y LEADERS CLUBS; YMCA YOUTH AND GOVERNMENT; TEEN JOB SKILLS DEVELOPMENT, TEEN WELLNESS; AND GENERATION Y, AN AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL AGED KIDS. *THE Y ACHIEVERS-COLLEGE READINESS PROGRAM, OFFERING 243 AT-RISK MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL-AGED KIDS THE HELP NEEDED TO STAY IN SCHOOL AND GAIN ACCESS TO COLLEGE AND TECHNICAL SCHOOLS. *THE YOUTH EMPOWERMENT PROGRAMMING IN TOTAL HAS SERVED 709 SCHOOL AGE STUDENTS WHICH CONSISTS OF Y-ACHIEVERS, YOUTH & GOVERNMENT, LEADERS CLUB, YOUNG MEN OF DISTINCTION, YOUTH EMPLOYMENT SERVICES (YES) INDY, AND YOUTH EMPOWERMENT ZONE AFTERSCHOOL. *"FROM DAY ONE" SUMMER PROGRAMS DESIGNED TO HELP MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS MAKE A SUCCESSFUL TRANSITION TO HIGH SCHOOL AND BEYOND. The VA Clinic at the OrthoIndy Foundation YMCA is proud to offer a wide range of specialty health services tailored to support the unique needs of our veteran community. From physical rehabilitation and prosthetics to neurology, art therapies, and whole health programming, veterans have access to comprehensive care under one roof. Additional services include health promotion and disease prevention, the MOVE! weight management program, physical therapy, and pain management support through PMRS Pain Social Work. Conveniently located within the OrthoIndy Foundation YMCA, the clinic also provides information on hours, transportation, and parking to ensure easy access for all. Beyond healthcare, the YMCA of Greater Indianapolis is deeply committed to honoring and supporting those who have served. Throughout the year, we host a variety of veteran-focused events - from the HERO Challenge to Operation Flat Rock and Vet Camp - designed to build community and promote wellness. As an added thank you for their service, all veterans receive 20% off YMCA membership. We're proud to serve those who have so selflessly served us.
- MISCELLANEOUS REVENUE
- (Expenses $ 0 including grants of $ 0)(Revenue $ 612,449) MISCELLANEOUS REVENUE
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, 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 October 13, 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 November 6, 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 October 13, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2024.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since September 1944.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 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 November 4, 2026.
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