Protecting Children at the Y

At the YMCA, we believe all children deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. Every day, we honor the trust that parents and our community place in the YMCA. From Summer Camp and After School programs to Youth Sports and Teen experiences, our Ys are full of opportunities for youth to learn, grow, and thrive in a safe and supportive environment.

Child protection is our highest priority. We are committed to helping children and families learn how to recognize unsafe situations and reduce the risk of abuse in any setting. Our staff and volunteers receive training in comprehensive child safety practices so we can provide a safe environment for every child in our care.

We do not take your trust for granted.

As part of our commitment to providing safe, high-quality programs and serving our community well, the YMCA of Western Stark County offers an anonymous concern and complaint reporting platform.

To make an anonymous report, please complete our form or call one of the numbers below.

All calls and reports are confidential.

Child Abuse & Neglect  855-O-H-CHILD (855-642-4453)

Praesidium Helpline  855-347-0751

Youth Protection Resources

Abuse Prevention Policies and Procedures

Code of Conduct

Report Incident