YMCA OF GREATER BOSTON
2018 ANNUAL REPORT
THE WAY TO A BETTER US 1
DEAR FRIENDS, There is no way around it. We need each other. We are always stronger and better together. That’s why in 2018, we adopted the mantra: “Where there’s the Y, there’s the way to a better us.”
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180,000
YOUTH, ADULTS, AND SENIORS ARE HEALTHY, CONFIDENT, AND CONNECTED THROUGH OUR 17 LOCATIONS.
This year, we played a vital role inspiring hopeful and transformational stories every day in 55 communities. We encouraged children and teens to excel in every aspect of their lives – physically, emotionally, socially, and academically - by providing supportive mentors, knowledgeable tutors, and caring coaches as well as safe and nurturing places to gather after school, on weekends and during the summer. We offered our active older adults opportunities to have healthy and connected lives, leading to increased fellowship and happiness. We were always there to lend a helping hand to families in need of housing, child care, job training, English-as-a-second language classes, and nourishing meals, providing families with the additional supports needed to grow and thrive. In this 2018 Annual Report, we share several powerful stories of the life-changing impact that our programs, services, and partnerships are having on thousands of children, teens, active older adults, and families at the Y. We are reminded that there is nothing we cannot achieve when we are inspired, motivated, and act with caring and collaborative hearts. Thanks to the generous support of our members, donors, and partners, we provided over $7 million in financial scholarship and assistance to many deserving individuals and families in 2018. Your generosity helped to eliminate the “inability to pay” as a barrier to those seeking to participate in our programs and services. We call this “Meaningful Membership” in that we are creating a community of caring individuals committed to a “better us” - “Where there’s the Y, there’s a way to a better us.” Gratefully,
James O'S. Morton President & CEO, YMCA of Greater Boston
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William Parent Board Chair 2018
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LETTER FROM OUR PRESIDENT & CEO
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OUR PROMISE The YMCA of Greater Boston will partner with others to create a community of caring people to improve health and empower youth and families.
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OUR MISSION The YMCA of Greater Boston is dedicated to improving the health of mind, body, and spirit of individuals and families in our communities. We welcome men and women, boys and girls of all incomes, faiths and cultures.
OUR CAUSE Founded in 1851 as America's first Y, the YMCA of Greater Boston strengthens the Greater Boston community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
OUR COMMUNITY BENEFIT Everyone belongs at the Y. As a result of the generous support of many, in 2018 the Y proudly delivered over $7.7 million in free or subsidized programs and services to thousands of children, individuals, and families across Greater Boston.
Healthy Living & Membership
60.6%
2018 Community Benefit
$7.7 million
Workforce Development
2.5%
Early Education & After School Programs Teen Programs
6.8%
Summer Learning & Camp
23.8%
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RASHEED BELUS
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TREMENDOUS ACHIEVEMENT The Academic Credit Recovery and Redemption Lab (CRR), through a partnership with Boston Public Schools, operates at our Dorchester and East Boston YMCAs after school, on weekends, and during the summer months. The objective of CRR is to provide high school students with flexible times, in familiar places, free of judgment, for the successful completion of previously failed or incomplete courses. Each year, approximately 60-70 students recover enough credits to graduate from high school. Rasheed Belus, 18, is one of the program’s many beneficiaries. “My schedule was crazy, I was working a part-time job, going to high school and wanted to go to college,” said Rasheed. “I knew I had to catch up if I wanted to graduate on time, and the program helped me complete high school. Having great tutors who saw the best in me and a place close to home made all the difference.” Now, Rasheed is a college student studying food chemistry. He is on his way to achieving a college degree and a promising career. He is grateful to the CRR program and the caring adults at the Y for providing the extra lift he needed to put himself on the track to success.
59 BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS AND 8 EARLY EDUCATION CENTERS WERE EQUIPPED TO HELP CHILDREN LEARN AND GROW IN A SAFE, SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT.
105 HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS WERE PUT ON A PATH TO SUCCESS BY REGAINING ACADEMIC CREDITS AT OUR ACADEMIC CREDIT RECOVERY CENTERS.
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
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24 DAY CAMPS AND THREE OVERNIGHT CAMPS COMBATTED SUMMER LEARNING LOSS WITH STEM AND LITERACY ACTIVITIES.
835 WEEKS OF CAMP WERE PROVIDED TO VULNERABLE YOUTH WHO HAD A SAFE, ENRICHING SUMMER THROUGH THE SUPPORT OF THE BOSTON POLICE CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS, PHILANTHROPY MASSACHUSETTS, AND THE STATE DEPARTMENTS OF MENTAL HEALTH, CHILDREN & FAMILIES AND HOUSING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT.
761 TEENS LEARNED JOB & LIFE SKILLS BY WORKING AT THE Y DURING THE SUMMER. 85% OF THESE TEENS WERE EMPLOYED FOR THE FIRST TIME.
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YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
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ERICA HERMAN
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ENTHUSIASM FOR EDUCATION Igniting a love of learning in young people is an everyday occurrence at the Gardner Pilot Academy, a Y partnership school, where nearly half of the school’s 400 K-8 students benefit from the Y’s Summer Learning Academy. “Our students strengthen skills by engaging in literacy and math lessons, woven into fun interactive recess games and arts and crafts. And they receive a number of nutritious snacks and lunch every day,” said the school’s principal, Erica Herman. The program also provides one-on-one counseling, housing and immigration assistance, and before- and after-school care as needed by each family. “Urban youth don’t necessarily have access to the same opportunities as their suburban peers during the summer months,” she said, adding with this program, “Students experience nature and learn about the ecological world around them by taking field trips to George’s Island and the Roger Williams Zoo.” “We are working to close the gaps by providing services and support that empower students and their families to be the best they can be,” Herman said. “We couldn’t do this without the Y.”
511 CHILDREN ATTENDED OUR FOUR INTENSIVE SUMMER LEARNING PROGRAMS THAT ADDRESSED THE OPPORTUNITY GAP BY PROVIDING ACADEMIC AND ENRICHMENT PROGRAMMING.
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
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LUKA DOW
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PUSHING BOUNDARIES The Strengthening Community Summer Teen Basketball League started off as a new program to get teenagers from different communities to interact with one another on basketball courts, but ended up bridging gaps and building friendships. The boys came to discover they had more in common than a love of basketball. Even though they are from different races, ethnic backgrounds, religions and communities, they share similar hopes and aspirations. More than 120 boys, ages 16 to 19, from 10 Y branches drove and took buses from all over Greater Boston to play competitive – yet friendly - games. If skill levels were mismatched, boys changed teams and played with kids from other communities. “We were blown away by the response, enrolling so many more players than we expected,” said Luka Dow, 23, who volunteered to help run the league. “It told us we were doing the right thing by meeting the needs of youth and providing them a constructive outlet.” The hope is to expand the league. “Our overarching goal was to break down barriers,” said Donny Bautz, Waltham Y’s Senior Executive Director, who oversaw the league. “This initiative gave our teens a new opportunity to discover themselves by belonging to a place, a mission, and a goal larger than themselves.”
15,468 TEENS RECEIVED FREE "GET SUMMER" MEMBERSHIPS, PROVIDING THEM WITH STRUCTURED ACTIVITIES AND POSITIVE MENTORS DURING THE SUMMER MONTHS.
HEALTHY LIVING
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HEALTHY LIVING
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65 INDIVIDUALS WORKED TO BEAT CHRONIC DISEASE BY PARTICIPATING IN THE YMCA’S DIABETES PREVENTION PROGRAM.
161 CANCER SURVIVORS GRADUATED FROM LIVESTRONG® AT THE YMCA, A PROGRAM THAT PROVIDES INSTRUCTION AND SUPPORT ON THE ROAD BACK TO HEALTH.
25,744 CHILDREN LEARNED THE IMPORTANCE OF WATER SAFETY AND GAINED CONFIDENCE BY PARTICIPATING IN SWIM LESSONS.
HEALTHY LIVING
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RUBY KATZ
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FOCUS ON FRIENDSHIP As a 40+ year member of the Y, Ruby Katz, 74, knows what it takes to stay healthy, body and soul. He has been a runner, completing nine Boston Marathons, and continues to work out regularly. He takes yoga and low impact strength training classes. He is one of many active seniors who value the Y’s welcoming atmosphere for everyone, at any age. “The Y is one of the few places that is really integrated as opposed to other establishments in the city where individuals might gravitate to those with similar backgrounds,” said Katz who can sometimes be found working out alongside Y President & CEO James Morton before getting his morning coffee with fellow members and lifelong friends. “The Y environment, the classes, my diverse and interesting friends – they have kept me young.” “I’ve found my fountain of youth at the Y,” Katz said, “and I’ve never felt better!”
4,774 ACTIVE OLDER ADULTS REMAINED HEALTHY AND CONNECTED AT THE Y.
682 WEEKLY GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES HELPED INDIVIDUALS STRETCH THEIR BODIES AND MIND.
HEALTHY LIVING
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ARACELIS ACOSTA
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COURAGEOUS TRANSITIONS Nine years ago, Aracelis Acosta, a 22-year-old mother and her 2 ½-year-old daughter, Jailene, were bouncing from place to place. They were homeless for the entire summer without a permanent address until the Y came to their rescue. Aracelis and Jailene ended up at Families in Transition, the Y’s temporary transitional shelter. “I just started crying happy tears,” she said when she saw the small, clean room with two beds, a kitchenette, and a bathroom that they would share. “I felt safe. I felt supported. I felt all would be ok. I didn’t feel overwhelmed. I felt good.” Eventually, Aracelis found permanent housing, providing stability for her growing daughter. Yet, Aracelis is still dreaming bigger, setting her sights on buying a condominium or a house one day. None of this would have been possible without the guidance and assistance of the Y. “It’s really essential to have support,” she said, adding the Y staff could not have been more patient and kind. “If there’s no trust or support, then the person who is homeless will continue to be homeless. My daughter and I found trust and support at the Y.”
95% OF THE FAMILIES PLACED THROUGH OUR FAMILIES IN TRANSITION PROGRAM REMAIN PERMANENTLY HOUSED. THE STATEWIDE AVERAGE IS 65%.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
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SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
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785,145 MEALS AND SNACKS WERE PROVIDED TO FIGHT FOOD INSECURITY AND HELP CHILDREN THRIVE WITH THE HELP OF 106 LOCAL PARTNERS.
$110 million EARNED BY TRAINING INC. GRADUATES WHO GAINED EMPLOYMENT AS A RESULT OF THE Y’S PROGRAM AND PAID $28M IN TAXES TO SUPPORT THE COMMONWEALTH.
7,132 DONORS JOINED THE Y’S CAUSE AND MADE THE Y THEIR CHARITY OF CHOICE.
197 FIRST GENERATION AND LOW-INCOME YOUTH ARE BETTER PREPARED FOR COLLEGE DUE TO OUR ACHIEVERS PROGRAM. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
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SHELDON LLOYD
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NUTRITIOUS PARTNERSHIPS When it comes to ending food insecurity, the Y relies on vital partnerships to feed hungry children. In 2018, the Y served more than 785,000 meals and snacks at 106 locations throughout Greater Boston. This would not have been possible without an incredible matrix of partners, including City Fresh Foods in Roxbury. By providing healthy breakfast, lunch, and snacks for the Y’s early childhood programs, before- and after-school, and summer camps and programs, City Fresh Foods grew by 20 percent and went from preparing 300 meals in 1994 to nearly 9,000 meals today. These numbers also illustrate the tremendous need. City Fresh Foods is making a difference by preparing only high quality meals, with locally-grown fresh fruit and vegetables, and natural, whole grain ingredients. “It’s a whole community effort,” said its President, Sheldon Lloyd. “For me, it’s real local. It’s all about the village. And, that is just what the Y is all about, too – making life better, healthier, and more fulfilling for children, families, teens, adults, and elders at all stages of life. We are honored to play our part in this wonderful Y community.”
50,000 YOUTH UNDER THE AGE OF 18 WERE FED, EDUCATED, AND ELEVATED BY THE Y.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
Membership Dues
35%
2018 Support & Revenue
Program Service Fees
38.5%
Government Fees & Grants Investment Income
14.2%
0.9% Contributions
Other
8.4%
3.0%
Program Services
91.2%
2018 Expenses
Fundraising
2.6%
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
Management & General
6.2%
2018 Financial Report ASSETS
2018
2017
Cash
7,227,775
4,925,592
Accounts Receivable
3,066,149
3,219,031
226,678
374,251
1,092,463
1,026,241
14,056,500
15,962,058
116,023,388
119,751,307
141,692,953
145,258,480
Contributions Receivable Other Assets Investments and Beneficial Trust Land, Property and Equipment, Net Total Assets
LIABILITIES Accounts Payable & Accrued Expense
4,360,965
4,996,864
946,228
1,254,181
Bonds Payable
45,860,104
46,970,277
Mortgages and Notes Payable
11,007,171
10,624,076
1,842,084
2,216,392
64,016,612
66,061,790
77,676,341
79,196,690
141,692,953
145,258,480
2018
2017
Deferred Revenue
Other Liabilities Total Liabilities Net Assets Total Liabilities & Net Assets
SUPPORT AND REVENUE Contributions
6,548,114 6,458,048
Government Fees & Grants
11,012,135
10,641,410
Membership Dues
27,161,166
26,502,986
Program Service Fees
29,833,571
28,100,821
Other Total Support and Revenue
2,972,821 2,905,859 77,527,807
74,609,124
70,726,571
67,964,809
Management and General
4,811,947
5,197,449
Fundraising
1,979,519 1,867,111
EXPENSES Program Services
Total Expenses
77,518,037
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MANAGEMENT TEAM James O’S. Morton, Esq. President & CEO Kathy Kuras Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer Paul Falvey Chief Financial Officer Amy Gamache Turner Executive Vice President & CCDO/COO Jarrett Royster Executive Vice President & COO Mark Straubel Executive Vice President & COO Stephen Barrett Senior Vice President, Human Resources and Leadership Development Wendy Zinn Senior Vice President, Academic Advancement and Partnerships
GENERAL BOARD CHAIR
MEMBERS
William M. Parent President & CEO Blue Hills Bank
Reza Aghamirzadeh Executive Vice President & Director of Community Development Citizens Bank
VICE CHAIRS
Hope A. Aldrich President & CEO Eastern Insurance Group LLC
William H. Anderson Deputy Director of Fiscal Affairs Cambridge Housing Authority
Irene Collins Vice President, Marketing and Communications
Elizabeth B. Burnett Member, Litigation Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo P.C.
Dan Brownell Community Volunteer
Mike Farrell Vice President, Facilities
William I. Huyett Chief Operating Officer Ironwood Pharmaceuticals
Jeff Conway Executive Vice President & Head of Global Delivery and Business Transformation State Street Corporation
Evelyn Kaupp Tax Partner Deliotte Tax LLP
Joseph Ferra Chief Financial Officer Syros Pharmaceuticals
Matt McPherron Private Investor
Christopher D. Fincke Bigelow LLC
Keith Hendricks Vice President, Finance
TREASURER
C. Ann Merrifield Life Sciences Director and Advisor
Betty Francisco General Counsel Compass Working Capital Nancy D. Glennon Regional Vice President Liberty Mutual Neil Haynes Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer Sun Life Financial U.S.
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Y M C A O F G R E AT E R B O S T O N L E A D E R S H I P
BOARD OF OVERSEERS
BRANCH BOARD LEADERSHIP
CO-CHAIRS
Mo Cowan Senior Counsel, GE
YMCA ACHIEVERS Kevin Foster, Co-Chair Lydia Greene, Co-Chair
David Fubini Harvard University School of Business Kate Walsh President & CEO, Boston Medical Center
MEMBERS
Rich Aldrich Co-Founder/Partner, Longwood Fund Fred Chicos Founder and CEO, Christie Student Health Tiffany Cooper-Gueye Community Volunteer
BURBANK YMCA Kevin Barile, Chair YMCA CAMPING SERVICES Bennie Dinardo, Chair CHARLES RIVER YMCA Joanna Murphy, Chair CHARLESTOWN YMCA Alex Robinson, Chair DORCHESTER YMCA Natalia Urtubey, Chair EAST BOSTON YMCA Michael Kenton, Chair
Ingrid Jacobs Chief Diversity Officer Eaton Vance
Jack Connors Founding Partner, Hill, Holliday, Connors, Cosmopulos, Inc.
André Johnson Community Volunteer
Joe Corcoran President, Corcoran Jennison Co., Inc.
David Marshall Community Volunteer
John Donohue President & CEO, Arbella Insurance Company
Tara Murphy Executive Vice President, Healthcare Weber Shandwick
Chris Gabrieli President & CEO, Empower Schools/ Mass 2020
Charlayne Murrell-Smith Vice President, External & Corporate Development Boston Children’s Museum
John Hailer Chairman, New England Council
Jonathan Savoy Assistant Vice President The TJX Companies
Quincy Miller President, Eastern Bank
ROXBURY YMCA Wilton DeVonn Baker, Chair
Myechia Minter-Jordan President & CEO, Dimock Healthcare Center
THOMAS M. MENINO YMCA Samuel Smith, Chair
Lee Pelton President, Emerson College
WALTHAM YMCA Jerrell Engermann, Chair
Carmel Shields Senior Vice President, Shields Healthcare Group
WANG YMCA OF CHINATOWN Richard K. Chang, Esq., Chair
Shanique Smith Director, Program Management Raytheon Integrated Defense Systems Rebekah Salwasser Splaine Executive Director Red Sox Foundation Nancy Stuart Chief Operating Officer Concert Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Fred Wang Community Volunteer
EDUCATION & TRAINING YMCA Jennifer Doran, Chair HUNTINGTON AVENUE YMCA Debra Taylor Blair, Chair NORTH SUBURBAN YMCA Jeff Zegas, Chair OAK SQUARE YMCA Jo-Ann Barbour, Chair PARKWAY COMMUNITY YMCA Stephen Morris, Chair
Margaret McKenna Educator
Alan Tuck Senior Advisor, The Bridgespan Group Ron Walker Chief Operating Officer, Rasky Partners
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