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YMCA CEO Glen Gunderson's Perspective on Engaging Youth as Leaders and Learners After School

There are many challenges in our communities, and the Y believes in joining forces with other organizations to tackle some of them.

YMCA Supports Youth Facing Barriers to Achieve Education Success

Minnesota has among the lowest graduation rates in the country for youth in underserved communities, ranking 45th to 50th out of 50 in graduation rates for Native American, Asian American, Black and Hispanic youth.

YMCA Helps Aging Adults Stay Well and Thrive Physically, Mentally and Socially

According to a recent study by the CDC, 27.5 percent of adults 50 and older reported no physical activity outside of work during the past month – and inactivity increased significantly with age.

YMCA Engages Youth as Leaders and Learners After School

According to research conducted at UCLA, teen participation in after school programs helps reduce juvenile crime, sexual activity, and other risky behaviors such as drug and alcohol use.

YMCA CEO Glen Gunderson's Perspective on Providing Teens the Opportunity to "Thrive"

It's tough to be a teenager these days.

YMCA Gives Teens Opportunities to Learn, Grow and Thrive

According to research conducted at UCLA, teen participation in after school programs helps reduce juvenile crime, sexual activity, and other risky behaviors such as drug and alcohol use.