At the Y, every gift helps strengthen our community. Whether you give once, set up a recurring donation, or plan a legacy gift, your support empowers programs in neighborhoods across the five boroughs.

 

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Give online

Giving is easier than ever. Use our secure online portal to make a tax-deductible donation to your local Y using your credit card, Apple Pay, PayPal, or Venmo.

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Join The Pulse recurring giving community

Join our community of dedicated advocates supporting the most urgent needs of NYC. Payments are processed automatically via our online portal for your convenience.

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Mail a check

Send checks payable to: YMCA of Greater New York, Attn: Fund Development, 7th Floor 5 West 63rd Street, New York, NY 10023

*Note branch in the memo line.


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Send a wire transfer

Contact our team for bank details for gifts to the Y.


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Make a grant from your donor-advised fund

Use your tax-deductible Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) to make a contribution to your favorite Y branch. Simply recommend the YMCA of Greater New York (Tax ID# 13-1624228) to your advisor, and reach out to our team to designate your branch.

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Make a stock gift

Gifts of stocks, bonds, or mutual funds are tax-deductible to the full extent of the Internal Revenue Code.

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Check for matching gifts

Many employers match employee donations—don’t miss the chance to double or triple your impact.

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Get Involved


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Start a fundraiser

Upcoming celebration? Community project? Create change close to home. Personalize and launch your online fundraiser (we promise it's easy) and bring people together for your local Y.

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Join Team Y Champions

Participate in an iconic NYC event while supporting your local community. Past events include the TCS New York City Marathon, TD Five Boro Bike Tour, and United Airlines NYC Half.

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Attend a Y signature event

Join us in creating unforgettable moments while celebrating the YGNY's mission to empower and strengthen NYC communities across the five boroughs.

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Planned and Legacy Giving

Explore strategic giving options designed to support the Y for years to come. We’re happy to answer your questions and guide you along the way.


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Give from your IRA

Make a tax-efficient gift directly from your Individual Retirement Account (IRA). Qualified charitable distributions (QCDs) allow donors 70½+ to transfer funds to charity without counting it as taxable income.

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Legacy giving

Join the Y's Heritage Society when you include the Y in your long-term financial plans, ensuring support for the next generation. Learn More

Three popular ways to leave a legacy gift:

  1. Include the Y in your Will or Living Trust
  2. List the Y as a Beneficiary Designation
  3. Give a Charitable Gift Annuity

Get Started with FreeWill

To help you get started on your plans and legacy, you can use FreeWill, an online tool that guides you through the process of creating your will or trust. It’s easy to use, accessible online, and can be completed in 20 minutes.

You can use this resource on its own, or use it to document your wishes before finalizing your plans with an attorney.

Have you already included a gift in your will or trust? Please fill out this form to let us know! We would love to thank you for your generosity. 

Celebrating Your Generosity

We are deeply grateful to every individual and organization whose support fuels the Y’s mission in New York City. Your contributions transform lives, build stronger communities, and we proudly honor the generosity behind every gift.


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View our donor wall

Meet the supporters whose gifts make programs and opportunities possible at the Y.

Digital Donor Wall


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Donor recognition and benefits

See the ways we honor donors and highlight their contributions to our community.

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