The Y is a not-for-profit organisation, committed to strengthening families and youth development.

We've known for a long time that the name Young Men's Christian Association doesn't represent who we are; an organisation that welcomes and supports everyone. In 2022 we started on a journey of transformation, which will see updated centres, and more programmes and activities which represent all of the communities we serve.

We’re part of a global family, but proud to be 100% New Zealand owned and operated, and are out there, managing over 20 facilities from Warkworth in North Auckland, around Hamilton and the Waikato, and covering Tauranga and Rotorua in the Bay of Plenty. Our network comprises of centres which are owned and operated by The Y, and a number that are managed through partnerships with local schools, sports clubs, community groups, or central government agencies such as Ministry of Education and local government agencies such as Auckland Council.

Rest assured, though; we're from around here too. We reinvest into local communities through our three philanthropic programmes, Raise Up Youth Development, Send a School to Camp and Fee Assistance.

Our facilities are a place for families. From babies to grandparents and everyone in between, we offer a wide range of services with something for everyone in the family.

We've been here since 1855, and our rich history mirrors the history of New Zealand. Dedicated work over many years has laid the foundation to continue our work reinvesting in local communities, now and for many years to come.

Both The Y facilities and programmes are regularly recognised through industry awards. We're also a pretty big player as well - nationally The Y is the largest provider of Out of School Care for school-aged children, the largest provider of residential camping facilities and we run some of the largest sports leagues.