Our Impact
Being part of the Y means you’re part of a community that cares. Whether you're participating in a class, supporting a friend, or inviting someone new to join, you're helping create a culture of health that benefits everyone.
We activate local change.
From advocacy to volunteer-led initiatives, we’re addressing real needs and elevating community voices.
We deliver critical services.
Programs like Safe Place Services and Supportive Housing help address housing instability, educational equity, and youth development.
We inspire shared responsibility.
Through partnerships and civic engagement, we empower people to give back and make a meaningful difference.
Supporting Our Communities
Social Responsibility at the Y means stepping up where support is needed most. Our efforts include:
- Youth support and mentoring
- Food access and housing stability
- Mental and behavioral health resources
- Workforce and life-skills development
- Advocacy and equity-driven partnerships
Pathways to Purpose
The Y’s commitment to social responsibility spans programs, services, and initiatives designed to uplift our communities and ensure no one is left behind.
Volunteer
Lend your time, talents, and compassion to make a meaningful difference in someone’s life.
Get Involved as a Volunteer
YMCA Safe Place Services
We provide help, hope, and healing to teens and families in crisis, offering shelter, advocacy, and empowerment to youth in need.
Learn About Safe Place Services
National Safe Place
Part of a national network, Safe Place connects youth to immediate help through designated community locations that serve as safe havens in times of crisis.
Explore the National Safe Place Program
Men’s Supportive Housing
At the Chestnut Street YMCA, we provide housing and supportive services for homeless men, helping them regain stability and build independent lives.
View Men's Supportive Housing Info
Community Advocacy
We champion equity and well-being through partnerships, outreach, and a deep commitment to removing barriers across our neighborhoods.
Get Involved as a PartnerThe Power of Community Impact
We believe everyone has a role to play in creating healthier, more equitable communities. Through acts big and small, we build a stronger tomorrow by showing up for each other today.
Why It Matters
From hunger and homelessness to youth opportunity and inclusion, today’s challenges require collective solutions. That’s why the Y brings people together across sectors and backgrounds to drive positive, lasting change.
Your Role in Social Responsibility
Whether you're volunteering, advocating, or simply lending a hand to someone in need, your actions matter. At the Y, every step toward kindness and inclusion helps shape the future we all deserve.