GET TO KNOW YOUR YMCA: FACTS AND HISTORY

Want to know what makes your YMCA so special? Our "Did You Know?" campaign will reveal the heart and soul of our organization. From youth development to healthy living and social responsibility, we are committed to strengthening our community. Join us on this journey of discovery as we unveil fascinating facts about our YMCA's history and our community impact, as well as the YMCA's global impact. Check back monthly for new "Did You Know?" facts.

SOUTHEAST VENTURA COUNTY YMCA FACT

		Did you know that the Southeast Ventura County YMCA was officially Chartered in August 1964?
Did you know in 1964, renowned Western movie stars Joel McCrea and Frances Dee donated a portion of their ranch, located between Thousand Oaks and Moorpark, to the Southeast Ventura County YMCA? The Conejo Valley YMCA was established in 1964 as the first branch of the SEV YMCA.
		Did you know that the Simi Valley Family YMCA opened its doors in 2000, transforming a donated old police station into a YMCA facility?
Did you know that Ronnie Stone, the current CEO, began his YMCA journey as a camp counselor at the Triunfo YMCA in 1992?

Y of USA FACTS

		Did you know that basketball, the only major sport entirely invented in the United States, was created at a YMCA in 1891 by James Naismith?
Did you know that the YMCA is a global giant, founded in London in 1844 and now reaching over 65 million people annually across 120 countries?
		Did you know that over 4 million children and teens are benefiting from YMCA programs, developing essential values, skills and relationships that contribute to their overal well-being and success?
Did you know the Y is made up of people of all ages, from all walks of life, working side-by-side to stregthen communities? Together, we strive to ensure that everyone, regardless of ability, age, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender expression, gender identity, ideology, income, national origin, race or sexual orientation has the opportunity to reach their full potential with dignity.
		Did you know that the YMCA's Core Values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility were established in 1994 and continue to be the foundation of Y mission today?

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If you have any questions or would like to learn more about how to get involved, please contact Dani Hutchison at dhutchison@sevymca.org