A $5 million renovation plan to transform and modernize its interior to meet today’s standards, while maintaining its historic charm.
PROJECT SCOPE
A better us coming soon for you via a $5 million renovation of the Summit YMCA’s first and second floors, and construction timeline from May to September of 2023.
Since its first opening in 1886, well over a century ago, the Summit YMCA has been evolving and expanding its youth development, social responsibility, and healthy living programming to better serve our community.
The Summit YMCA on Maple Street was originally constructed in 1912 and last renovated in 1998. At the forefront of disease-prevention programs and as a support network for struggling families, aging adults and disconnected teenagers, the Summit YMCA is a community cornerstone, helping thousands of individuals find health and wellness in Summit and beyond, and welcoming over 17,000 people through its doors annually.
Renovation of this historic building in downtown Summit is an opportunity for the community to invest in the future of Summit and secures more opportunity for our people to learn, grow and thrive. Thanks to the incredible generosity of Summit fans, Y supporters and their confidence in the Y’s impact, we are excited to announce phase one, a $5 million renewal of the Summit YMCA’s first and second floors, and renovation timeline from May to September of 2023.
The updated, open facility plans are designed to give the Y the ability to significantly increase the impact of its youth, health and wellness programs in the decades to come, as well as eliminate inefficient, and unusable spaces. This investment will encompass the features listed below in order to achieve those goals.
The Summit YMCA on Maple Street was originally constructed in 1912 and last renovated in 1998. At the forefront of disease-prevention programs and as a support network for struggling families, aging adults and disconnected teenagers, the Summit YMCA is a community cornerstone, helping thousands of individuals find health and wellness in Summit and beyond, and welcoming over 17,000 people through its doors annually.
Renovation of this historic building in downtown Summit is an opportunity for the community to invest in the future of Summit and secures more opportunity for our people to learn, grow and thrive. Thanks to the incredible generosity of Summit fans, Y supporters and their confidence in the Y’s impact, we are excited to announce phase one, a $5 million renewal of the Summit YMCA’s first and second floors, and renovation timeline from May to September of 2023.
The updated, open facility plans are designed to give the Y the ability to significantly increase the impact of its youth, health and wellness programs in the decades to come, as well as eliminate inefficient, and unusable spaces. This investment will encompass the features listed below in order to achieve those goals.
ENVISION OUR POTENTIAL
Imagine a Summit YMCA whose bright, energetic space reflects Summit’s vibrant culture. A design that not only welcomes diversity but actively promotes it. One set up to foster intergenerational conversations and bond neighbors from all walks of life. Imagine rooms that transform with the needs of our community. Imagine a modern fitness center where people of all circumstances have the space and tools to meet their wellness goals now and decades ahead.
LOBBY & SHARED SPACES
Showcasing the Y’s commitment to fostering community, intentionally designed, open concept gathering and multi-purpose community spaces and a lobby where everyone feels welcome.
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CONVENIENT KID ZONE ACCESSExpansion and relocation of the Kid Zone to the first floor – offering free childcare while parents participate in classes and Y activities – will provide parents access to convenient pick up and drop off.
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WELLNESS CENTER & STUDIOSExpanded and modernized wellness floor footprint with room for more strength training and functional fitness spaces with all new, state-of-the-art fitness equipment will ensure our members’ can meet their health and wellness goals.
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DEDICATED
TEEN CENTER A brand-new lively Teen Center designed specifically for modern day students, needs, and activities will become a destination for more programming and a space for kids to gather in a fun and safe environment.
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WITH YOUR SUPPORT
Public support is critical for the completion of the Summit YMCA renovation and its outstanding costs. Your philanthropic investment and partnership in capital improvements would go far to ensure the Y's continued success in providing sustainable services to the Summit community and more health and wellness opportunities for people of all ages. Naming and purchasing opportunities remain available to help fuel the Y's ongoing mission of a strong and healthy community. We welcome new conversations with community members who may be interested in investing in the future of Summit and our Y.
PROGRAM EXPANSION
The YMCA offers many free programs that we’ve identified as addressing community concerns such as child watch, college and career preparation, 7th grade initiative, cancer recovery and disease prevention. The renovation of the Summit YMCA will allow us to expand these offerings and their impact.
ACHIEVERSThe Summit Area YMCA’s Achievers/ Destination College Program is a free career and college preparation program that motivates and encourages high school students by giving them the inspiration, support, direction, and opportunities to pursue their personal, academic, and professional goals. Program components include weekly meetings, special events, SAT preparation, career planning workshops, internship opportunities, corporate mentoring, guest speaker lectures, assistance finding scholarships and college tours.
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HEALTHY HEARTSDirected by nationally certified trainers, this free program is open to anyone wishing to improve or maintain cardiovascular health. The goals of the program are to: teach participants how to exercise independently to maintain cardiovascular health; build muscle strength with upper body and lower body exercises; improve overall flexibility; and, coach participants to continue a lifetime of healthy habits.
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LIVESTRONG® at the YMCAThis free, 12-week small group recovery program for adult cancer survivors runs year round. The LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA program was created to improve and assist the lives of people affected by cancer by helping survivors rebuild confidence, muscle mass and strength, increase flexibility, endurance, and functional ability and provide a welcoming community where they can connect meaningfully with other survivors.
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