Who we are

The YMCA of Greater Toledo is an inclusive organization of men, women, and children joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility.​

The Y is community centered. brings people together. nurtures potential. has local presence and global reach.

Our Mission

To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. 

Our Cause

We know that lasting personal and social change comes about when we all work together. At the Y, strengthening community is our cause.

Every day, 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.

Y For All

The YMCA of Greater Toledo welcomes all. Together, we work to ensure that everyone, regardless of ability, age, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, ideology, income, national origin, race or sexual orientation, has the opportunity to reach their full potential with dignity. 

Our Values

Caring

Honesty

Respect

Responsibility

Faith

Areas of Focus

The Y is a cause-driven organization that is for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. That’s because a strong community can only be achieved when we invest in our kids, our health, and our neighbors.

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 supporting our neighbors

A Cause Driven Nonprofit

100% of our energy and resources (including all dollars earned from memberships and programs and dollars donated) are focused on strengthening neighborhoods and communities in Greater Toledo and SE Michigan.

Board of Trustees

Comprised of leaders from diverse backgrounds and experiences, members of our Board of Trustees are dedicated to propelling the Y’s mission forward.

Annual Report

Donor funds strengthen communities in so many ways. We continuously recognize the importance of these funds – and we are committed to full financial transparency.

Our Leaders

Brad Toft

President
Chief Executive Officer

Casey Holck

Senior Vice President
Chief Operating Officer

Phil Platz

Chief Financial Officer

Melanie Grohowski

Chief Resource Officer

Jason Trame

Vice President of Branch Operations

Lesley Doria

Vice President of Child Care

Melissa Di Fiori

Vice President of Camping

Craig Palmer

Vice President of Facilities

Whitney Keeler

Major Gifts Officer

Kacy Myers

Vice President of Program Development

Shonna Moon

Executive Director of Membership and Marketing

Beth Deakins

Healthy Living Director

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