Over that time, our YMCAs have provided membership and programs that build healthy spirits, minds and bodies for all. This year, the Y will celebrate our commitment to community in the past present and future.

YMCAs have been an instrumental part of American history. Did you know that:
…basketball was invented at the YMCA? As was Volleyball, softball, racquetball and group swim lessons?
…the YMCA of the North Shore is serves nearly 79,000 people on the North Shore?
…it’s the largest provider of childcare in this area, with pre-school and after school care?
…the North Shore Sharks are the largest YMCA swim team in the country?
…over $1.25 million in programming, membership and summer camp financial assistance was provided to needy families in 2007?
…it manages 189 affordable housing units in Beverly, Gloucester and Haverhill with 116 additional units in development, giving over 300 people a safe, affordable place to call home?

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