WE WANT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE
The Y is more than day camp, child care, sports, fitness or youth programs. It is a worldwide family of more than 120 autonomous national movements committed to building a positive future for youth and families. The Y, founded in London, England, in 1844, is one of the largest social service organizations in the world, responding to the diverse needs of individuals in Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Caribbean, the Middle East, Europe, and North America. The Y currently serves over 45 million youth and families worldwide. In countries throughout the world, Y programs respond to local needs identified by each national Y movement. The Y is open to all faiths, races, abilities, ages and incomes.
The Y is a nonprofit like no other. That’s because in 10,000 neighborhoods across the nation, we have the presence and partnerships to not just promise, but deliver, positive change.
- We are community centered, listening and responding to our communities.
- We bring people together, connecting all people to bridge the gaps in community needs.
- We nurture potential, believing everyone should have the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.
- We have local presence, mobilizing communities to effect lasting, meaningful change.
With a commitment to nurturing youth development, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility, the Y ensures that every individual has access to the essentials needed to learn, grow and thrive. We want to see Goldsboro & Wayne County succeed.
OUR MISSION
"To put Christian principles into practice to improve the quality of life in our communities with programs and services that strengthen the spirit, mind, and body for all."
OUR PROMISE
At the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Everyday, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income, or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.
OUR VALUES
Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Faith
FOCUS AREAS
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: Nurturing the potential of every child and teen.
HEALTHY LIVING: Improving the nation's health and well-being.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: Giving back and providing support to our neighbors.
Our History & Foundation
The Y’s mission is our reason for being, and the Y’s cause is our mission in action—a promise to do everything in our power to inspire the common good and make life better for individuals, families and communities. We've made a difference in people's lives since the first planning meeting of the Goldsboro Family YMCA was held on September 15, 1980. Programs were offered at various program sites in the community for the next 4 years. In August 1984 this facility was opened. In 1995 the Goldsboro Family YMCA was given a promissory note for 44 acres of land on S Harding Drive. When Sandra Glascow passed away in 2003 the land became the Y's property and our Sports Complex began to be developed. Then, in 2008 the Y bought Wayne Montessorri School located near the Sports Complex on S Harding Drive to house our Preschool, Afterschool and Summer Camp programs. Today we continue to support our members and community by having state of the art equipment, instructors, staff and programs available to serve our community.
Our Y is guided by our mission, identity, impact and strives to deliver transformative responses to community needs in our service area of Wayne County. We are joined with other Ys in making a difference across America—from small towns to the largest cities. We will continue doing what matters most for years to come. As our communities’, members’ and families’ needs and expectations change, we are also making meaningful positive changes. The Goldsboro Family YMCA is dedicated to building healthy, confident, secure and connected children, families and communities.
