Community Commitment
At YMCA of the North, we believe everyone deserves access to transformative experiences in nature and the wilderness. We also acknowledge that these experiences are not accessible to all. So, we are committed to creating inclusive, accessible spaces that acknowledge shared history and nurture diverse communities.
Accessibility
We are committed to providing quality programming to all persons.
Some experiences have Participant Requirements — including Essential Eligibility Requirements — to provide for the safety of all participants.
Please get in touch with customer service regarding any disabilities or impairments that may have a bearing on your program involvement, and we will do our best to accommodate you.
Anti-Discrimination
In the operation of the Summer Camp Program, no child, as defined by the Program regulations, will be discriminated against because of race, sex, color, national origin, age, or handicap. Any person who believes that a child has been discriminated against in any USDA-related activity should write immediately to the Secretary of Agriculture, Washington D.C. 20250
Anti-Racism
YMCA of the North is committed to the elimination of disparities and eradication of unjust systems to become a multicultural, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive organization as we serve all. We do not and shall not discriminate on the basis of individuals’ differences in age, color, abilities, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make each individual unique. The YMCA commits to continually conducting reviews of our policies, procedures, and practices for institutional racism and oppression, in addition to the ongoing development of a multicultural, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive work environment, and culture that promotes equity and respect for human dignity.
Gender Inclusivity
YMCA of the North adventure programs welcome all participants into our programming, including transgender, gender non-conforming, gender non-binary, and other gender expansive participants.
We hope our adventure centers will provide a safe space for all participants to explore their identities and life paths.
Land Acknowledgment
YMCA of the North adventure centers respectfully acknowledges that we are on the appropriated homelands of Indigenous peoples. We recognize the perseverance and survival of Indigenous communities, who continue to live throughout this region. Each adventure center is working to build sustainable relationships with our Indigenous communities and endeavor to be responsible stewards of the sacred nature of their homelands. This land acknowledgment is one of the ways in which we work to educate our adventure center communities about this land and our relationships with it and each other.
Scholarships
The Y offers need-based financial assistance to help individuals and families access the programs that are important to them.
Accreditation
YMCA adventure centers are accredited by the American Camping Association (ACA) and are visited every three years to ensure compliance with the ACA standards. This assures you that adventure center practices have been measured against 175 national standards that go beyond our state's basic licensing requirements. ACA-accredited camps voluntarily undergo a rigorous risk-management process to provide a supervised, positive environment with controlled boundaries where children can grow.
Community Input
A Community Advisory Board supports every YMCA adventure center. Each board comprises committed individuals passionate about the YMCA mission and adventure center programming.
While programming and operations are determined by YMCA of the North, our community boards are committed to being a diverse and inclusive community that helps advise, advocate, and support each location's strategic direction and mission delivery.
Making adventure more accessible
Everyone deserves access to programs and services that help them reach their full potential. That's why we offer need-based financial assistance to help people participate in our programs regardless of their income.
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Our customer service team is always happy to help.