YMCA of San Diego County

What it reported doing in 2024

Social responsibility: thanks to the generosity of volunteers and public and private donors who give to the y, our community is stronger 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. This program area includes group services, enrichment, outreach programs, skate parks, youth shelters, housing and transitional living programs, counseling, inclusion, respite care, drug/gang prevention, and more. (continued on schedule o)ymca childcare resource service serves the community through a variety of programs designed to foster education and development of child care professionals, provide resources and education for parents, and help families pay for child care. As an example of the programs provided is our child care resource services, embodying our y's unwavering commitment to provide county-wide affordable, safe child care. In fiscal year 24-25, more than 17,756 families were supported as they work to build brighter futures. 5,595 providers created nurturing environments where children can thrive and parents have peace of mind. We provided 6,948 child care referrals, helping families find the care they sought. In addition to its resources for child care, the y offers a range of programs that provide a safe and nurturing environment for children and families. These include preschools, which have provided a strong foundation for early learning to 4,879 children, and the character builders before and after school licensed care, which offered structured activities in a safe and nurturing environment to 26,717 students last year. The expanded learning program, which extends educational opportunities by providing 100% subsidized care before and after school, made possible through federal and state government funding, has positively impacted the lives of 17,500 students in fiscal year 2024-25.at ymca youth and family services (yfs), the purpose is clear: to lead with compassion. This past year, our yfs team fulfilled our y's vision to be the catalyst to transform lives and communities in numerous ways.lives impacted: 15,443 individuals benefited from programs offering connection, hope, and belonging. Direct services: 3,707 people received critical, hands-on support. Resource linkage: 2,789 individuals connected to essential programs and services. Community engagement: 8,822 community members participated in dialogue and collaboration for a shared vision of the future. Family support: 582 families accessed family preservation services. 1,362 individuals received mental and behavioral health support. Youth empowerment: 1,763 young people gained housing, education, and employment services to inspire personal success.every statistic represents a life impacted and a step toward building stronger communities.

Financial Efficiency

• Mission deployment rate: 94.6%; rating input score 95
• Program expense ratio: 93.4%; rating input score 93
• Fundraising efficiency: $109.53 raised per $1 spent on fundraising; rating input score 85; 85th percentile among comparable filings

Transparency & Controls

• Consistency checks: 100%; rating input score 100; 68th percentile among comparable filings
• Pay-setting controls: 5 of 6 controls in place; rating input score 83
  • Compensation committee: Pass
  • Independent consultant: Pass
  • Other Form 990s reviewed: Pass
  • Written employment contract: Missing
  • 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: Yes; rating input score 100

Accountability

• Independent voting board: 95%; rating input score 95; 47th 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: -0.7%; rating input score 23; 23rd percentile among comparable filings
• Total-asset coverage ratio: 0.67; rating input score 26; 26th percentile among comparable filings
• Liabilities to assets ratio: 0.32; rating input score 54; 54th percentile among comparable filings
• Officer compensation ratio: 1%; rating input score 74; 74th percentile among comparable filings

Growth

• Program expense growth: 7.7% per year; rating input score 100; 62nd percentile among comparable filings
• Revenue growth: 6% per year; rating input score 100; 52nd percentile among comparable filings
• Asset growth: 2.3% per year; rating input score 100; 17th percentile among comparable filings