Ymca of the Capital Area

What it reported doing in 2025

Youth development - our y is committed to developing the potential of every child and teen. We believe that all children deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. That's why we help young people cultivate the values, skills and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health and educational achievement. Our y programs, including summer camp, youth sports, before and after school childcare, youth & government, ymca minority achievers and the christian values conference, offer a range of experiences that enrich cognitive, social, physical and emotional growth. Children and teens are provided the opportunity to build friendships and develop a sense of belonging, while learning valuable social and teamwork skills, all in a safe and inclusive environment. Healthy living - the y is a leading voice on health and well-being. We bring families closer together, encourage good health and foster connections through fitness, sports, fun and shared interests. We encourage healthy living through programs such as diabetes prevention, group exercise, health screenings, swim lessons, and social groups. As a result, people in our community are receiving the support, guidance and resources needed to achieve greater health in spirit, mind and body. This is particularly important as our nation struggles with an obesity crisis, families struggle with work/life balance and individuals search for personal fulfillment. At the y, we welcome all people regardless of dimensions of diversity including race, faith, color, national origin/ancestry, sex, gender identity, marital status, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, disabilities, or socio-economic status.social responsibility - our y believes in giving back and supporting our neighbors. We have been listening and responding to our community's most critical social needs for more than 100 years. We serve our community through our annual giving campaign, homeless outreach, academic achievement programs, water safety, cpr/first aid training and lifeguard certifications. We engaged 1,310 individuals who volunteered their time to y activities that strengthened our community and paved the way for future generations to thrive. The y will continue to collaborate with other agencies to create a stronger sense of community.

Financial Efficiency

• Mission deployment rate: 89.5%; rating input score 89
• Program expense ratio: 77.1%; rating input score 77
• Fundraising efficiency: $5.33 raised per $1 spent on fundraising; rating input score 16; 16th percentile among comparable filings

Transparency & Controls

• Consistency checks: 100%; rating input score 100; 63rd percentile among comparable filings
• Pay-setting controls: 6 of 6 controls in place; rating input score 100
  • Compensation committee: Pass
  • Independent consultant: Pass
  • Other Form 990s reviewed: Pass
  • Written employment contract: Pass
  • Compensation survey or study: Pass
  • Board or committee approval: Pass
• Foreign activity oversight: Limited
• Grant itemization coverage: Limited
• Major donor itemization: Yes; rating input score 100
• Related-party transparency: Limited

Accountability

• Independent voting board: 100%; rating input score 100; 63rd percentile among comparable filings
• Governance controls: 9 of 9 controls in place; rating input score 100
  • Conflict-of-interest policy: Pass
  • Whistleblower policy: Pass
  • Document-retention policy: Pass
  • CEO compensation review process: Pass
  • Other executive compensation review process: Pass
  • Form 990 shared with the board: Pass
  • Board meeting minutes documented: Pass
  • Audit committee oversight: Pass
  • Independent financial-statement audit: Pass

Sustainability

• Operating margin: -15.5%; rating input score 6; 6th percentile among comparable filings
• Total-asset coverage ratio: 3.03; rating input score 70; 70th percentile among comparable filings
• Liabilities to assets ratio: 0.3; rating input score 27; 27th percentile among comparable filings
• Officer compensation ratio: 5.5%; rating input score 53; 53rd percentile among comparable filings

Growth

• Program expense growth: 0% per year; rating input score 100; 12th percentile among comparable filings
• Revenue growth: -2.7% per year; rating input score 0; 4th percentile among comparable filings
• Asset growth: -3.3% per year; rating input score 0; 4th percentile among comparable filings