YMCA Open Doors Program
Reduced rates for low and moderate income residents is available!
The YMCA of Philadelphia & Vicinity is a not-for-profit health and
human services organization committed to helping people grow in
spirit, mind, and body. Founded and supported by its community, the
YMCA wants all of its programs and services to be accessible to
everyone in that community regardless of age, background, ability,
and income. It`s with this spirit that the YMCA is proud to introduce
the OpenDoors Program.
The OpenDoors Program is an income-based membership rate scale
designed for household incomes below $60,000 for full privilege family
memberships or below $45,000 for full privilege single memberships.
Based on your household`s total income, you may qualify for 25% off
the membership rate depending on your local YMCA. The one-step
OpenDoors application is based solely on you or your family`s
household income. Just present a copy of your most recent tax return
to the member service desk at your local YMCA. Based on the
information you provide, we will work with you to determine your
income-based rate. Then, once you complete the simple application,
you`ll be on your way to becoming our newest member.
Is your financial situation more complicated than that?
If so, ask about the
YMCA`s Financial Assistance application. The application considers
your overall situation, including the number of dependents and
monthly income and expenses. This program takes an extra step to
ensure that we are able to make our programs and services accessible
to all. As an OpenDoors member of the YMCA, you receive the same
benefits as other members. You can feel great knowing that you`re
involved in an organization that cares greatly for the health and well-
being of the community and is committed to building strong kids,
strong families, and strong communities.
What if your financial situation changes over time?
The YMCA wants to make sure that your
rate reflects that change. So every year on your membership
anniversary date, your status will be re-evaluated. We will contact you
ahead of time to give you ample opportunity to gather your tax return
for the past year along with any other pertinent information. All
memberships created through the OpenDoors Program are subsidized
by the YMCA`s Annual Support Campaign. Many generous donors, and
even recipients of the program, contribute annually so that we can
keep our doors open for all. Because the Y is for everyone!
Contact the Membership Desk today to take advantage of this wonderful program.