Background Information
The West Suburban YMCA is a nonprofit community service organization made possible by members, donations, and volunteers. The YMCA(Young Men's Christian Association), was founded in 1844 by George Williams. This organization offers various activities for people of all ages. There are summer camps, weight training programs, sports for kids, and much more. It gives people a sense of a security, and comfort when they attend the YMCA in their neighborhood. The YMCA was created to have a positive impact on all types of people, and it has helped students, athletes, and adults around the nation.