The Young Mens Christian Association of Boise City Idaho
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
The Treasure Valley Family YMCA strengthens the foundation of our community by developing successful youth, engaging people in healthy living, and instilling a commitment to social responsibility.
- Income
- $41.1 million
- Spending
- $34.6 million
- Spent on programs
- 81%
- Reserves
- 4.5 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 66%
- Employees
- 1,667
- Volunteers
- 1,089
- Highest pay
- $404,510, chief executive officer & secretary
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
Good: 80 out of 100.
Reserves
20 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 4.5 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 13% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 16% of income.
Income trend
10 of 15Income fell 7% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1581% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 8 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 2529 of 29 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 (4)
- $8.9 million spent. HEALTH & WELLNESS: The Treasure Valley Family YMCA provides all the support one might need in their search for better health and wellbeing. We help people of all ages and abilities develop complete health of spirit, mind and body. Our programs help people create realistic goals for self-improvement and emphasize disease prevention through regular exercise, social connection, proper nutrition, stress management, and education. We provide evidence based disease intervention and management programs and support for those at-risk of, or suffering from, conditions like pre-diabetes, Parkinson's, Cancer, Alzheimer's, heart disease, and loneliness/social isolation. Sports programs for youth, adults, and families promote teamwork, social interaction, and physical skills and instill a sense of empowerment. We believe everyone has the right to pursue a healthier lifestyle. In 2025 over 50,000 people participated in our health and wellness programs, and we provided over $2,000,000 in direct financial assistance to enable people to participate in the health and wellness programs regardless of their ability to pay. (Expenses $ 6,046,102 including grants of $ 2,000)(Revenue $ 6,238,379) AQUATICS: Drowning is the second leading cause of accidental death among youth under the age of 18, and Idaho has the third highest rate of drowning in the nation. The YMCA is the leading provider of swim lessons and water safety instruction. Lessons are delivers through partnerships with local school districts, refugee organizations and municipalities, in addition to classes for the general public. Water Fitness classes, including formats specifically design for the aging population and therapy classes including AquAbility that specializes in improving the lives of people with diverse abilities through therapeutic aquatic programs andinstructor education are offered at all locations. Other safe and healthy programs are offered including swim team, water aerobics, scuba, diving, kayaking, and water polo. Over 9,000 people participated in our aquatics programs in 2025, and we provided over $50,000 of direct financial assistance to enable people's participation.
- $7.9 million spent. CHILD DEVELOPMENT: We believe that all youth are "children of promise when given the support and environment provided through our YMCA programs they will reach their potential. Children in our programs discover who they are, build strength and resiliency skills, and gain the confidence needed to achieve. Through the Treasure Valley Family YMCA Child Development Programs, thousands of children are cultivating the values, skills, and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health, and educational achievement. Our programs offer quality care by providing a safe, healthy, and caring environment at 30 different locations for children ranging from six weeks old through elementary school. We promote physical, emotional, cognitive, and social development for children, allowing children to grow through active learning with people, events, materials, peers, and their own ideas. The YMCA provides tuition assistance for all of our child care services. Over $470,000 of financial aid was awarded to families in 2025. In addition, we help families suffering from family violence, substance abuse, and other damaging issues by referring them to our many social service agency partners. We also provide a variety of activities that give parents the education and tools needed to raise healthy, happy children.
- $5.4 million spent. YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: ENRICHMENT, CAMP, & SPORTS: YMCA Youth and Teen programs provide kids with strong mentors who help them develop social connections and a strong support network, self-esteem, cooperation, respect, good citizenship, and a strong work ethic while acquiring and mastering new skills. Programs are designed to nurture successful youth and reduce the incidence of depression, isolation and suicide. Programs under this umbrella include YMCA Youth in Government that exposes young people throughout the State of Idaho to civic leaders and helps them develop an understanding and appreciation of civic involvement and duty. Our service learning and environmental programs help youth develop an appreciation of volunteer service and preservation of our natural resources. Specialty camps are offered that include computer programming, engineering, fashion, cooking/baking and provide additional opportunities for education and engagement. More than 3,000 disadvantaged youth are served each year with education and employment programs, comprehensive support services, and life-skills training. Many programs are provided at no cost, but if a fee is required, financial assistance is available. In 2025, over $150,000 in direct financial assistance was provided to help kids and teens participate in these programs. The Y-CAMP at Horsethief Reservoir provides a lasting experience of personal enrichment. Since 1905, the Treasure Valley YMCA has been offering a traditional resident camp experience for the youth of Idaho. After more than 100 years of camping, we've learned our success starts with our staff, most of whom are former campers who exemplify the Y's character values or caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. Our residential (overnight) and day camps offer adventure and outdoor activities such as swimming, hiking, and environmental education. These activities promote spiritual awareness, mental development, physical wellbeing, social growth, self-respect and confidence while being safely cared for during their stay at Y Camp. In 2025, over $85,000 in direct financial assistance was provided to help kids and teens participate in these programs. For sports, the Y offers a wide variety of athletic programs, such as baseball, basketball, cross country, football, indoor climbing, track, lacrosse, soccer, swim team, tennis, and volleyball. Y sports programs emphasize character development and provide fun activities that build athletic, social, and interpersonal skills. Participants are surveyed annually and report the following gains - gaining greater confidence (91%), gaining new friends (94%) and better demonstrating the values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility (90%). In 2025, more than 8,000 youth participated in our programs in over 60 locations, and we provided over $65,000 in financial assistance. (Expenses $ 6,046,102 including grants of $ 2,000)(Revenue $ 6,238,379) AQUATICS: Drowning is the second leading cause of accidental death among youth under the age of 18, and Idaho has the third highest rate of drowning in the nation. The YMCA is the leading provider of swim lessons and water safety instruction. Lessons are delivers through partnerships with local school districts, refugee organizations and municipalities, in addition to classes for the general public. Water Fitness classes, including formats specifically design for the aging population and therapy classes including AquAbility that specializes in improving the lives of people with diverse abilities through therapeutic aquatic programs andinstructor education are offered at all locations. Other safe and healthy programs are offered including swim team, water aerobics, scuba, diving, kayaking, and water polo. Over 9,000 people participated in our aquatics programs in 2025, and we provided over $50,000 of direct financial assistance to enable people's participation.
- $6.0 million spent. AQUATICS: Drowning is the second leading cause of accidental death among youth under the age of 18, and Idaho has the third highest rate of drowning in the nation. The YMCA is the leading provider of swim lessons and water safety instruction. Lessons are delivers through partnerships with local school districts, refugee organizations and municipalities, in addition to classes for the general public. Water Fitness classes, including formats specifically design for the aging population and therapy classes including AquAbility that specializes in improving the lives of people with diverse abilities through therapeutic aquatic programs andinstructor education are offered at all locations. Other safe and healthy programs are offered including swim team, water aerobics, scuba, diving, kayaking, and water polo. Over 9,000 people participated in our aquatics programs in 2025, and we provided over $50,000 of direct financial assistance to enable people's participation.
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 July 1942.
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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