Young Men & Womens Christian Assn of Newark & Vicinity
Young Men & Womens Christian Assn of Newark & Vicinity
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About this organization
Mission
SINCE 1881, THE NEWARK YMCA HAS SERVED THE COMMUNITY THROUGH AN ARRAY OF SERVICES AND IS KNOWN FOR DELIVERING INNOVATIVE AND EFFECTIVE PROGRAMS TO ADDRESS LOCAL NEEDS. THROUGHOUT OUR HISTORY, THE NEWARK YMCA HAS WORKED CLOSELY WITH SCHOOLS, FAMILIES AND COMMUNITY LEADERS TO IDENTIFY AND RESPOND TO COMMUNITY NEEDS, IN AN EFFORT TO SERVE ALL FAMILIES IN A CULTURALLY RESPONSIVE WAY, WITH A PARTICULAR EMPHASIS ON THOSE WHO HAVE NOT BEEN PREVIOUSLY CONNECTED WITH COMMUNITY PROGRAMS. THE NEWARK YMCA IS COMMITTED TO NURTURING THE POTENTIAL OF YOUTH, PROMOTING HEALTHY LIVING AND FOSTERING A SENSE OF SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
About
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: LAST YEAR OVER 2,500 PEOPLE FOUND SAFE, SUPPORTIVE SHELTER AT THE Y; OF THIS NUMBER, MORE THAN HALF WERE CHILDREN. THE YMCA PROVIDES SHELTER, FOOD PANTRY, COUNSELING AND REFERRALS. OUR YOUTH SHELTER OFFERS COUNSELING, LIFE SKILLS TRAINING, EDUCATION AND OTHER CRITICAL SUPPORT TO TEENS IN CRISIS. YES HAS PROVIDED LIFE-CHANGING SERVICES TO MORE THAN 120 YOUTH OVER THE PAST YEAR. NURTURING CASEWORKERS HELP YOUTH GET BACK TO SCHOOL, RE-ESTABLISH FAMILY BONDS, AND MEET THEIR GOALS. RECENT EVALUATIONS SHOW THAT WE WERE ABLE TO CONNECT 90% OF YOUTH WITH AN EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM OR TUTORING SERVICES. OUR YMCA ASSISTED 43 RESIDENTS IN OUR SUPPORTIVE HOUSING PROGRAM. THIS PROGRAM WILL PROVIDES PERMANENT HOUSING TO CHRONICALLY HOMELESS FAMILIES AND INDIVIDUALS. THIS PROGRAM PROVIDES EACH ADULT WITHIN THE FAMILY WITH NECESSARY ON SITE SERVICES THAT ARE DETERMINED TO BE NECESSARY BASED ON INDIVIDUAL NEEDS ASSESSMENTS. THE PROGRAM GOAL IS TO DECREASE THE CURRENT LEVEL OF RECIDIVISM OF HOMELESSNESS.
Interesting data from their 2020 990 filing
The non-profit's aim, as stated in the filing, is “Our mission is to be a resource for individuals, families, and the communities we serve to improve the quality of life through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.”.
When referring to its actions, they were outlined as: “Since 1881, the newark ymca has served the community through an array of services and is known for delivering innovative and effective programs to address local needs. throughout our history, the newark ymca has worked closely with schools, families and community leaders to identify and respond to community needs, in an effort to serve all families in a culturally responsive way, with a particular emphasis on those who have not been previously connected with community programs. the newark ymca is committed to nurturing the potential of youth, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility”.
- The non-profit has complied with legal obligations by reporting their state of operation as NJ.
- The non-profit's address in 2020 is noted in the filing as 600 BROAD STREET, NEWARK, NJ, 07102.
- The non-profit's form for 2020 reports a total of 316 employees.
- Is not a private foundation.
- Expenses are greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue is greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue less expenses is -$384,451.
- The organization has 29 independent voting members.
- The organization was formed in 1881.
- The organization pays $4,837,205 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
- The organization pays $69,636 in fundraising expenses.
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