For 150 years, the YMCA of Greater Monmouth County has been here for all – to empower youth and teens, improve health, and strengthen community. A leading nonprofit charity, the Y unites 36,000 people of all ages, incomes, and backgrounds. During the pandemic, we responded to vital community needs, providing more than $735,000 in relief services. Over the past 5 years, our Y has provided more than $5MM+ in financial assistance and subsidies to Y participants throughout greater Monmouth County.
Our life-changing programs and services are anchored in 9 communities: health and wellness facilities in Freehold Township, Old Bridge and Red Bank; an outdoor day camp in Wall; counseling and social service centers in Eatontown, Matawan and Middletown; a childcare center in Freehold Township; and integrated in nearly 100 schools in Monmouth and Ocean counties. Named a New Jersey Top Workplace 2023 and 2022 by New Jersey Advance Media, we’re based in Shrewsbury, NJ.
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Bright Futures for Y Achievers Grads
When a high school teacher tells you, “Our teens are broken”, you respond with programs that aim to empower every at-risk child to reach boldly toward their dreams. The Y’s Arts & Outreach team [...]
Healing Community | Traumatic Loss Coalition
The loss of a loved one is tragic, and even more so when traumatic loss impacts children. In 2017, the Traumatic Loss Coalition coordinated by the Y’s Counseling & Social Services branch provided 24 [...]
A Very Special Prom
The Y helps all achieve to the best of their ability, and our special populations are no exception. The Y’s Bayshore Family Success Center opened our doors to a very special prom night in [...]
Stronger Every Day | Mari’s Story
Seven years ago Mari made an early entrance into this world! Once we got her plumped up and healthy I started taking her to swim lessons at The Y in Red Bank where we [...]
There’s a Hero in All of Us | Eric’s Story
The Y is here for ALL. But we felt that children in our community with intellectual and developmental disabilities were missing out on enriching summer camp experiences. So we put our thinking “capes” on [...]
A Caring Hand | Teddy’s Story
“When everyone else turned me away, I found the YMCA. They have made me a better person inside and out.” Teddy, a single father, and his 6 year-old daughter Shannon were alone and struggling [...]
The Community YMCA and YMCA of Western Monmouth County Announce New Name & Community Support for Merger
The Community YMCA and YMCA of Western Monmouth County are uniting on Sept. 1 to become the “YMCA of Greater Monmouth County” with funding from the Jay & Linda Grunin Foundation and the state of New Jersey.
“Let’s Talk About . . .”
Thank you Old Bridge TV for a wonderful interview with our president and CEO, Laurie Goganzer. Learn more about our local impact and big plans to expand our mission to serve and strengthen even more [...]
From The Mayor’s Desk
Freehold Township Mayor Barbara McMorrow talks with CEO Laurie Goganzer & COO Jennifer Dunn
American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Classes
Classes are offered year-round at both Freehold and Old Bridge branches. Blended-learning course trains candidates to certify in Red Cross lifeguarding, CPR, First Aid, AED, and Oxygen administration. View current session program guides of each [...]
One Day at a Time
Nick Rosamilia, a participant in the Y’s Counseling & Social Services Intensive Outpatient Program, Recovery Group, and Bayshore Family Success Center’s Parenting Course, looks back and sees an entirely different person than he is [...]
In Good Hands, In the Great Outdoors
“The YMCA isn’t just a camp. It’s more like a family.” Kory Soto works full time in health care, and needs to rely on year-round child care that transitions her daughter who has a [...]
Nationwide Membership
We want to help you reach your health and wellness goals wherever you live, work or travel. We are proud to participate in the Nationwide Membership Program so that you have the flexibility to use participating [...]
174 Years of Strengthening Communities
Read more about the Y's history of building a better us and how we're continuing to serve the community today.
Freehold Borough Y on “This is Jersey”
Click to watch "This is Jersey with Gary Gellman" feature about Freehold Borough Y Community Center on Verizon Fios News
Ycares Financial Assistance Program
YCares is a confidential financial assistance program that helps those needing support to participate in YMCA programs and services. Click to learn more
Substance Abuse Prevention
A new initiative in collaboration with New Jersey YMCA State Alliance, The Horizon Foundation for New Jersey and Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey, designed to encourage and support parents in having meaningful and effective conversations [...]
Y Stories of Impact
Has the Y had a positive impact in your life? We want to hear your story and share it with the community! Click here & take a moment to tell us your Y story.
Camp Topanemus Facility Rentals
Located on over 50 beautiful acres, Camp Topanemus provides an excellent location for your next group outing!View Brochure
