Young Mens Christian Association of Central Ohio
88% goes to programs $2 to raise $100 Strong reserves Growing revenue
Young Mens Christian Association of Central Ohio is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Columbus, Ohio, registered in 1943, with $65,374,289 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it A, and it directs about 88% of spending to programs.
1907 Leonard Ave Ste 150, Columbus, OH, 43219 EIN 31-4379594 Since 1943
Revenue (FY2024)
$65.4M
▲ 4.7% vs prior year
Human Services median: $293K
Expenses (FY2024)
$64.3M
Net assets
$85.5M
Employees
2,180
CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
A
AProgram efficiency40% of the rating88% to programs · $2 to raise $100
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. For Young Mens Christian Association of Central Ohio: 88% to programs · $2 to raise $100 earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
AFinancial health25% of the rating16 mo reserves · +2% margin
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For Young Mens Christian Association of Central Ohio: 16 mo reserves · +2% margin earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Governance25% of the rating6 of 6 checks met
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. For Young Mens Christian Association of Central Ohio: 6 of 6 checks met earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Transparency10% of the rating5 of 5 disclosure signals
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For Young Mens Christian Association of Central Ohio: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
To serve the whole community through programs expressing judeo-christian principles that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. youth development, healthy living and social responsibility are the three pillars that anchor our service within the community.
What they do
Social responsibility at the ymca of central ohio, meeting basic needs is mission-critical to helping all people reach their full potential. vital programs and services extend beyond our community centers to help guide those who need it most, meeting the needs of our most marginalized neighbors. from assisting new americans with integration services to helping individuals experiencing homelessness find and stay in housing, or providing families with resources to increase academic, housing and income stability, the ymca's ability to adapt and serve communities is unmatched. community outreach to increase housing stability, family support and emergency services are part of the ymca's commitment to social responsibility. our housing and shelter services provide rounded stability to families, keep those without a home safe and warm in emergency shelter, provide extra support to exit shelter and return to stable housing through rapid re-housing programs and help stabilize the most vulnerable experiencing chronic homelessness and a disability through permanent supportive housing. in 2024, the ymca of central ohio helped 2,220 individuals maintain or obtain stable housing. in addition, we provided 4,190 individuals experiencing homelessness with a safe place and warm meal at the ymca van buren center emergency shelter. ymca van buren center is one of the largest emergency shelters in the region and a critical lifeline for those facing homelessness.
Healthy living the ymca of central ohio is committed to helping five generations every day build a healthy spirit, mind and body through transformational programs and activities that improve wellness, reduce the risk of disease and help others reclaim their health. across our community centers, over 114,000 members improved whole-person health at our ymcas last year, visiting our centers over 2.2 million times. existing across four counties, ymca community centers are a catalyst for intergenerational community building and help connect their neighborhood to additional ymca programs and services, like produce giveaways and stabilizing services. we believe by engaging our youngest and oldest generations and those in the middle, addressing their needs and bringing them together, we can ensure that our communities are a good place for children to grow up and adults to age well. our programs are rooted in accessibility and inclusion, ensuring people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds can improve their health and well-being. we are committed to providing financial assistance to ensure all people can access our services, regardless of financial ability, providing over $1.3m in financial assistance last year. we are proud to offer in-person and virtual programming that benefits all people, especially families and seniors; a full range of health, wellbeing and fitness programs; sports and water safety for all ages; adaptive sports and wellness; and chronic disease prevention and maintenance programs.
Vending: the ymca sells small items to members such as water bottles, swim goggles, etc. this amounted to net $7,942 in 2024.
Contact & location
- Address
- 1907 Leonard Ave Ste 150, Columbus, OH, 43219
- City
- Columbus
- State
- Ohio
- Category
- Human Services
- Subcategory
- Human Service Organizations
- Phone
- …
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $36.5M (FY2013) to $65.4M (FY2024) across 12 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $13.7MNet assets $85.5M
Operating margin
1.6%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$99.2M
Total liabilities
$13.7M
Net assets
$85.5M
Salaries & benefits
$41.3M
64% of expenses
Board members
25
24 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $65,374,289▲4.7% | $64,342,750▲1.8% | $85,461,280▼0.5% | $99,177,686▼1.5% | 990 |
| 2023 | $62,422,000▼1.8% | $63,206,033▲2.3% | $85,870,480▼0.7% | $100,713,102▼2.0% | 990 |
| 2022 | $63,534,469▲39.1% | $61,802,347▲17.2% | $86,477,330▲1.7% | $102,809,776▼3.2% | 990 |
| 2021 | $45,665,139▼10.7% | $52,725,413▲3.4% | $85,065,564▼7.6% | $106,182,453▲0.7% | 990 |
| 2020 | $51,147,086▼10.6% | $50,982,185▼12.6% | $92,027,705▲51.9% | $105,422,111▲49.3% | 990 |
| 2019 | $57,187,386▲0.9% | $58,336,579▼1.6% | $60,584,694▲18.7% | $70,601,950▲16.0% | 990 |
| 2018 | $56,678,335▲6.1% | $59,314,859▲6.7% | $51,042,206▼5.2% | $60,864,230▼5.3% | 990 |
| 2017 | $53,405,940▲7.0% | $55,593,347▲10.5% | $53,821,548▼4.9% | $64,246,612▼7.4% | 990 |
| 2016 | $49,899,810▲11.1% | $50,294,105▲8.7% | $56,574,107▼0.1% | $69,405,244▼1.2% | 990 |
| 2015 | $44,912,076▲8.3% | $46,262,781▲7.9% | $56,613,797▼2.8% | $70,223,728▼5.3% | 990 |
| 2014 | $41,485,001▲13.7% | $42,886,583▲18.5% | $58,244,232▼3.0% | $74,128,869▼2.4% | 990 |
| 2013 | $36,490,403 | $36,191,680▲6.8% | $60,059,911▲1.8% | $75,988,715▲3.1% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $33,897,651▲11.5% | $59,024,850▼0.7% | $73,693,347▼2.4% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $30,393,147▲0.4% | $59,422,856▲1.3% | $75,538,219 | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $30,284,419 | $58,643,568 | $75,553,433 | 990 |
Original Form 990 PDFs (the Form column) are served by ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, as filed with the IRS. Create a free account to download the CSV report.
Leadership & compensation (FY2024)
Highest-paid: Tony Collins — $386,563 (0.60% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tony Collins | President/ceo/board Secretary | 45 | $386,563 |
| Garry Linn | Coo | 45 | $198,993 |
| Bradley Mccain | Senior Vp Finance/ Cfo | 45 | $195,430 |
| Melissa Garver | Chief Development Officer | 45 | $180,179 |
| Becky Ciminillo | Svp of Operations | 45 | $164,141 |
| Erik Farley | Chief People, Equity and Inclusion Officer | 45 | $160,921 |
| Elissa James | Vp People & Culture | 45 | $145,373 |
| Amanda Walker | District Vp of Operations | 45 | $143,591 |
| Andy Priday | Treasurer | 2 | — |
| Autumn Glover | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Catherine Strauss | Vice Chair | 2 | — |
| Chad Frush | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Christopher Clinton | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Darrin Haubert | Board Member | 1 | — |
| David Cepek | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Dr L Shon Burch | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Hal Keller | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Heather Whaling | Vice Chair | 2 | — |
| John North | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Lorina Wise | Board Member | 1 | — |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2024)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Lifecare Alliance | Food Services | $383,578 |
| Ice Miller LLP | Legal Services | $114,891 |
Grants received · $24.9M total
406 grants to Young Mens Christian Association of Central Ohio totaling $24.9M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
Grants made · $1.9M in FY2024
2 grants totaling $1.9M in FY2024. All grants made by Young Mens Christian Association of Central Ohio →
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus Urban League | Preschool education | $1,168,070 |
| Southwest City School District | Preschool education | $690,293 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Young Mens Christian Association of Central Ohio a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Young Mens Christian Association of Central Ohio is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 31-4379594, based in Columbus, Ohio. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Young Mens Christian Association of Central Ohio's EIN?
- Young Mens Christian Association of Central Ohio's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 31-4379594.
- How much revenue does Young Mens Christian Association of Central Ohio report?
- Young Mens Christian Association of Central Ohio reported $65,374,289 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of Young Mens Christian Association of Central Ohio's spending goes to programs?
- Young Mens Christian Association of Central Ohio spends about 88% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does Young Mens Christian Association of Central Ohio have?
- CharityIndex grades Young Mens Christian Association of Central Ohio A, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does Young Mens Christian Association of Central Ohio's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on Young Mens Christian Association of Central Ohio's latest Form 990 is $386,563, paid to Tony Collins (President/ceo/board Secretary).
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Data for Young Mens Christian Association of Central Ohio (EIN 31-4379594) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.