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Young Mens Christian Association of Greensboro Inc

EIN 56-0543243 · Greensboro, NC

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair65 out of 100GovernanceStrong100 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Our mission is to put Judeo-Christian principles into practice though programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all. The YMCA of Greensboro is a volunteer-led public charity that includes men, women, and children of all ages, abilities, incomes, races and religions working to strengthen our community. Every day, we collaborate with our neighbors to make sure everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. For 136 years, the YMCA of Greensboro has been committed to providing high-quality programs that embody our core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Through the dedicated efforts and contributions of staff, volunteers and members, we strengthen the foundations of our community through our focus on Healthy Living, Youth Development and Social Responsibility. At the YMCA of Greensboro, all are welcome, relationships are formed and valued, and children and families are supported as they grow and flourish.

Income
$21.0 million
Spending
$20.0 million
Spent on programs
88%
Reserves
0.6 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 79%
Employees
1,097
Volunteers
2,479
Highest pay
$275,521, president/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: 65 out of 100. Higher than 51% of charities in its peer group (human services, $10m to $100m).

  • Reserves

    4 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 0.6 months of spending.

  • Debt

    16 of 20

    It owes 16% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 5% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 7% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    88% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 9 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. Higher than 35% of charities in its peer group (human services, $10m to $100m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    29 of 29 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    15 of 15

    Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports 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 (4)
  1. $7.5 million spent. Healthy Living for Adults:We are committed to improving the health and well-being of our communities, and we believe that living a healthy lifestyle is essential in maintaining a balanced spirit, mind and body. At the Y, we bring families closer together, encourage good health, and foster meaningful connections through fitness, sports, fun and shared interests. Our goal is to create opportunities and a positive environment for every family to build stronger bonds, achieve a better work/life balance, become more engaged in their communities and strive for personal fulfillment. Regardless of their starting point, our members can find a supportive community to help them reach their personal healthy living goals. We offer a wide array of classes and programs, including group exercise classes, personal training, water exercise, swim lessons, sports leagues, and evidence based health intervention programs. Our branches also partnered with other local agencies to host blood drives, food drives and mobile medicine care units as well as community outdoor wellness classes. Our programs are family-oriented, accessible, affordable and open to all faiths, backgrounds, abilities and income levels. In 2025, 34,197 adults in our community received the support, guidance and resources they needed to achieve greater health in spirit, mind and body, and we provided $198,136.21 in financial assistance to people seeking healthier lifestyles who otherwise would have faced economic barriers to participation.
  2. $5.2 million spent. Youth and Teen Development Programs:Our YMCA is dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child and teen. We firmly believe working with youth and teens involves much more than developing specific skills for sports or individual activities. Those are merely the tools to develop something much more important the whole child from the inside out. Our programs use the platform of a specific activity to teach skills necessary for life that are valuable at any age. This includes enjoying an active lifestyle, being part of a team, making good choices, playing fair, persevering against obstacles, stretching yourself to meet your potential and perhaps most important of all, being confident in who you are. Depending on the age or interests of our young participants, a variety of programs are available to teach those skills in an environment of spirited fun and, in some cases, friendly competition. The Y makes sure every child has an opportunity to envision and pursue a positive future and to take an active role in strengthening his or her community. Our programs offer opportunities for youth and teens to learn values and positive behaviors as they explore their own unique talents and interests. We help them realize their potential, giving them confidence today that will make them contributing and engaging adults tomorrow. We offer a variety of sports, recreation, and leadership programs such as Y Achievers, chess club, kids fitness, swim lessons, youth sports bright beginnings, outdoor education and Y leaders club all of which are designed to offer a range of experiences that enrich cognitive, social, physical and emotional growth. We also offer an exercise and social skills program for youth and teens on the autism spectrum. The programs are either land-based or water-based and designed to get kids active and nurture their potential while in a safe environment. In 2025, 25,959 youth and teens were engaged in Y programing, and the Y was able to provide $171,432 in financial assistance to make the programs affordable and accessible. The Y also provided 941 youth in Guilford and Rockingham County with free safety around water lessons through the support of POOLCORP.
  3. $4.7 million spent. Childcare:Strengthening families and meeting the needs of children is a commitment of the YMCA that is integral to our mission. The YMCA of Greensboro provides safe, affordable, high-quality supervision of children, enabling parents to remain gainfully employed with the peace of mind their children are thriving in a supportive and developmentally sound environment, where the ultimate goal is to prepare children to succeed. Our goal is to prepare children for success by instilling confidence, fostering self-esteem, teaching moral and ethical behavior, and developing leadership skills through a holistic approach focused on spirit, mind, and body. 86% of our participants experienced growth in at least one social emotional development area in 2024. Our programs include daycare for 1 to 4-year-olds, after-school care, and summer day and overnight camp opportunities for 5-12 year olds. At Camp Weaver, we also provide an overnight camping program that provides children with a unique opportunity to grow, learn and create memories that will last a lifetime. Activities at camp are designed to encourage personal growth in a positive and encouraging environment that helps combat issues with summer learning loss. At the Y, children from a variety of backgrounds meet as strangers, often come together as a family and depart as lifelong friends. Lastly, we have teen leadership camps for children aged 13-16; these programs are designed for teens looking to build leadership skills while they develop and challenge our participants. In 2025, 3,124 youth and teens participated in our wide variety of childcare programs, and the Y was able to provide $254,886 in financial assistance to make the programs affordable and accessible.
  4. $224,856 spent. Payments to Affiliated Organizations

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

  1. 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.

  2. 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 October 13, 2026.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since October 1942.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  6. 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 21, 2026.

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