YMCA of Greater Flint
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
The YMCA of Greater Flint is a charitable, community service organization that puts Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. The YMCA of Greater Flint strengthens the community by nurturing the potential of youth, promoting healthy living for all, and fostering social responsibility.
- Income
- $10.2 million
- Spending
- $9.4 million
- Spent on programs
- 75%
- Reserves
- 1.4 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 54%
- Employees
- 357
- Volunteers
- 200
- Highest pay
- $215,869, 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
Fair: 66 out of 100.
Reserves
10 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 1.4 months of spending.
Debt
16 of 20It owes 24% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 8% of income.
Income trend
10 of 15Income fell 4% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1575% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 2 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: 100 out of 100.
Independent board
25 of 2518 of 18 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, 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 (5)
- $3.1 million spent. Youth Development Our YMCA is committed to nurturing the potential of every child and teen. We believe that all kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. That's why we help young people cultivate the values, skills, and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health, and educational achievement. Our YMCA offers programs such as swimming lessons, outdoor education, character development, day and resident camps, and sports instruction. These are a sampling of the programs that we offer that provide a range of experiences that enrich cognitive, social, physical, and emotional growth. Our resident and day camps offer adventure and learning activities that provide education and promote spiritual awareness, healthy living, social growth, and self-respect. During our 2025 programs, 2,850 summer campers gained a sense of belonging, an appreciation for nature and the environment, and grew in immeasurable ways. An additional 10,000 students participated in Camp Copneconic's Outdoor Education program, learned about conservation, and developed a greater respect for the environment and all who share it. (Expenses $ 155,430 including grants of $) Safe Places Another way the YMCA of Greater Flint is developing youth in our community is through the Y Safe Places initiative. Through this program, the Y provides safe, quality services to youth, grades K-12, residing in the Greater Flint Area at NO COST to families. The two Safe Places sites provide year-round programming to maximize every opportunity to reach targeted youth. In addition to being easily accessible for neighborhood youth and families, Safe Places has established the following goals: (1) To provide quality care for all children; in a safe, structured environment; (2) To improve quality of life, health, and self-esteem; (3) To support and strengthen the family unit; (4) To help children develop to their fullest potential; and (5) To teach the importance of physical activity throughout life. (Expenses $ including grants of $) Other Program Revenues
- $2.6 million spent. Healthy Living The Y is a leading voice on health and well-being. We bring families closer together, encourage good health, and foster connections through fitness, sports, fun, and shared interests. As a result, 9,994 people in our community are receiving the support, guidance, and resources they need to achieve greater health in spirit, mind, and body, regardless of their ability to pay for YMCA membership and programs. This is particularly important as our nation struggles with an obesity crisis, families struggle with work/life balance, and individuals search for personal fulfillment. Our programs are accessible, affordable, and open to all faiths, backgrounds, abilities, and income levels. In 2025, we provided $1,125,890 in financial assistance to people who otherwise would have faced economic barriers to participation. We also provide ample opportunities for youth to come to the Y regardless of their ability to pay.
- $1.3 million spent. Social Responsibility The YMCA of Greater Flint is the place that can make our community whole - where common ground is plenty, differences are assets, and opportunity is for all. We have been listening and responding to our community's most critical social needs for more than 100 years. Y programs, such as our school-based Safety Around Water, community-based Safety Around Water, Income-Based Memberships, Safe Places Afterschool Program, and the numerous camps for kids with special needs, are just a few examples of how we deliver resources and support that empowers our community to effect change, bridge gaps, and overcome obstacles. The Y Safety Around Water (YSAW) program is two programs, one partnering with Flint Community Schools, and the other partnering with community based organizations like the Crim Fitness Foundation and the PAL (Police Athletic League). In 2025, 210 4th-grade students participated in the school based program and an additional 100 youth in the community program participated in multi-week water safety courses that were free to youth. YSAW provides these students with simple and straightforward ways to ensure their safety in and around the water. The goal of the YMCA of schools and community partnership is to lessen the number of deaths due to drowning, currently the second leading cause of accidental death for youth in Michigan and the nation. This rate of drowning increases if the youth is male, African-American, and impoverished. In a community where 34.4% of families fall below the poverty level with a large African-American urban population, this is an important issue. Overwhelmingly, students who participated in the program improved their swimming safety skills and became safer around water as a result. The YMCA is dedicated to reaching children in ways that will keep them safe and improve their quality of life. Swimming is more than a recreational skill; it's a skill that can save lives, and it is vitally important that we provide this opportunity to kids from all socio-economic groups at an early age. The YMCA of Greater Flint raises money annually to support its financial assistance program. Over 9,994 people in our community were able to receive scholarships to participate in the Y because of our Partner with Youth Campaign. At the YMCA, we believe that no one should be turned away because of their inability to pay. We provide income-based pricing for memberships, youth programs, and camping experiences throughout the year. Through our partnerships at YMCA Camp Copneconic, we are able to provide camping experiences for children with Diabetes, Cancer, Crohn's and Colitis, Kidney disease, and a variety of other unique situations. Through our extensive partnerships, we continue to positively impact our community in the areas of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. These partnerships include Camp Kesem at the University of Michigan, Camp Kesem at Michigan State University, the Sikh Youth Alliance of North America, the Autism Support and Resource Center of Genesee County, Michigan District Lutheran Church, Camp Quality, the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America, Hurley Children's Hospital, National Kidney Foundation, and the American Diabetes Association. (Expenses $ 155,430 including grants of $) Safe Places Another way the YMCA of Greater Flint is developing youth in our community is through the Y Safe Places initiative. Through this program, the Y provides safe, quality services to youth, grades K-12, residing in the Greater Flint Area at NO COST to families. The two Safe Places sites provide year-round programming to maximize every opportunity to reach targeted youth. In addition to being easily accessible for neighborhood youth and families, Safe Places has established the following goals: (1) To provide quality care for all children; in a safe, structured environment; (2) To improve quality of life, health, and self-esteem; (3) To support and strengthen the family unit; (4) To help children develop to their fullest potential; and (5) To teach the importance of physical activity throughout life. (Expenses $ including grants of $) Other Program Revenues
- $155,430 spent. Safe Places Another way the YMCA of Greater Flint is developing youth in our community is through the Y Safe Places initiative. Through this program, the Y provides safe, quality services to youth, grades K-12, residing in the Greater Flint Area at NO COST to families. The two Safe Places sites provide year-round programming to maximize every opportunity to reach targeted youth. In addition to being easily accessible for neighborhood youth and families, Safe Places has established the following goals: (1) To provide quality care for all children; in a safe, structured environment; (2) To improve quality of life, health, and self-esteem; (3) To support and strengthen the family unit; (4) To help children develop to their fullest potential; and (5) To teach the importance of physical activity throughout life.
- Other Program Revenues
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 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 2025.
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 November 1943.
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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