Young Mens Christian Association of Snohomish County
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
The YMCA of Snohomish County seeks to inspire, nurture, and strengthen culturally vibrant communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
- Income
- $53.8 million
- Spending
- $45.4 million
- Spent on programs
- 88%
- Reserves
- -4.4 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 71%
- Employees
- 1,350
- Volunteers
- 2,214
- Highest pay
- $439,481, 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: 55 out of 100.
Reserves
0 of 35Spendable reserves are negative: it owes or has committed more than it holds.
Debt
10 of 20It owes 33% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 15% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 12% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1588% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 7 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 2523 of 24 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)
- $19.5 million spent. HEALTHY LIVING YMCA of Snohomish County is a cause-driven nonprofit dedicated to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Since 1901, we've stood with our communities-through times of growth and challenge-committed to ensuring everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Our programs nurture potential, strengthen families, promote wellness, and foster belonging. Rooted in equity and inclusion, we welcome all people, from every background and life stage, to be part of a stronger, more connected community. As a result, people across Snohomish County are receiving the support, guidance and resources they need to achieve greater health in spirit, mind and body. In 2025, the YMCA of Snohomish County supported 57,211 facility members through six Snohomish County locations through a variety of asset-rich activities. 2025 marked a defining year for the YMCA of Snohomish County through the acquisition of YMCA Camp Casey in Q4 of 2024. The first year of ownership under the YMCA of Snohomish County was fueled by generosity, vision, and mission-driven action. Together, our community exceeded its capital fundraising goal and, most importantly, in this inaugural year, Camp Casey came alive with laughter, growth, and connection as we served 640 overnight campers, 217 conference and retreat user groups, 84 children in day camp and benefitted from the commitment of over 150 regional volunteers.
- $14.3 million spent. YOUTH DEVELOPMENT The YMCA of Snohomish County 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. This belief drives our efforts to support young people as they endeavor to cultivate the values, skills, and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health, and educational achievement. YMCA Early Childhood Education, School Age Child Care, Summer Camp, Youth Sports, Mentoring and Teen Leadership programs offer a range of experiences that enrich cognitive, social, physical and emotional growth. Early Learning and School Age Child Care programs support a stable and engaged workforce. During 2025, 1,761 children learned to explore and discovered skills by attending the Y's Early Childhood Education and School Age Child Care programs; 1,025 middle and high school teens found support and guidance, gained self-confidence and learned how to challenge themselves while participating in Y youth leadership programs; 10,238 youth learned teamwork, sportsmanship and problem-solving by participating in youth sports; 6,350 children learned to be safe around water while building courage, confidence and the drive to success by participating in YMCA swim programs; 2,000 youth built a foundation of confidence, enjoyment and proficiency in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math through YMCA STEM activities; 2,878 campers found a place to belong, make new friends, and achieve their goals through Y Day Camp, Overnight Camp, Adventure Guides or Family Camp.
- $926,478 spent. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY The YMCA of Snohomish County is committed to eliminating financial barriers that can prevent our neighbors from accessing Y programs and services. The Y meets families and individuals where they are through direct financial assistance and subsidized programs ensuring equity of access to all Y programs and services. As part of our commitment, all Snohomish County middle and high school students eligible for the public school free or reduced lunch program are provided a significantly reduced cost annual YMCA membership. The YMCA of Snohomish County makes every reasonable effort to ensure that no person, especially youth, will be denied access to programs and membership because of financial hardship. the YMCA's financial assistance program is supported by contributions to our Annual Campaign. During 2025, $2.6MM was provided in direct financial assistance to 18,000 individuals. Each year the YMCA invites our community to make a personally meaningful gift or pledge of support to our ability to deliver on our mission of inclusion. In 2025, over 3,500 individuals chose to make a charitable contribution to the Y resulting in over $2.8MM in contributed support.
- $5.4 million spent. NON-OPERATIONS The major components of expense are amortization and depreciation $3,454,423.24, financing costs of $1,211,922.81 on tax exempt bonds used to finance all of the YMCA facilities and other non-operating expenses $738,057.31
- (Expenses $ 5,404,403 including grants of $) NON-OPERATIONS The major components of expense are amortization and depreciation $3,454,423.24, financing costs of $1,211,922.81 on tax exempt bonds used to finance all of the YMCA facilities and other non-operating expenses $738,057.31
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 September 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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