Two young children smiling and playing together in a bright, welcoming classroom filled with toys and learning materials, symbolizing the joy and impact of early childhood education made possible by generous donations.

Your Gift Makes a DifferenceDiverse group of teens and a YMCA trainer smiling and flexing in a gym, symbolizing how donations empower youth programs and build strong communities

The Y is more than a gym—it’s a place where families find support, youth discover confidence, seniors maintain friendships and individuals focus on their physical and mental well-being. As a non-profit, we are driven by a mission to nurture the well-being of all and strengthen the community we share.

Your generosity fuels this work, expanding access to programs that inspire growth, promote health and foster meaningful connections. Together, we are building a healthier, more connected community—one where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Thank you for investing in the future of the Eugene Family YMCA!

MAKE A DONATION

Ways to GiveDonation impact chart showing how contributions support youth programs: $50 for water safety or snacks, $100 for youth sports, $250 for after-school activities, and $500 for cancer survivor support.

Making a difference is easy and impactful

  • Online or By Mail: Make a donation HERE.
  • In-Person: Drop off donations at the Y’s Welcome Center. We’d love to thank you in person! 
  • Monthly Sustaining Gift: Become a Y Champion by setting up a recurring monthly donation HERE. 
  • Employer Match: Increase your impact by checking if your employer offers matching gifts.
  • Gifts of Stock: Multiply your impact by donating appreciated stock.   
  • Legacy Giving: Leave a lasting legacy with a planned gift to the Eugene Family YMCA through a donor-advised fund, IRA, or estate gift. 
  • Corporate Sponsorship: Partner with us as a corporate sponsor of a Y program or event! 
  • YMCA Fund at the Oregon Community Foundation: Donate to our endowment for sustainable operations for generations to come. 

Future of the Y

Envisioning a Lane County with multiple Y branches

Map comparing Eugene Family Y and North Eugene site service areas, showing high population growth and lower income in overlapping regions—highlighting the urgent need for expanded YMCA programs and donor support.The Eugene Family YMCA is thrilled about this bold step toward meeting the growing needs of our community. Y leaders are exploring the opportunity to establish a second YMCA location in north Eugene to meet the demand for health, child development and community programs. 

On February 28, we signed an option agreement with Lane Transit District (LTD) to evaluate a 4.83-acre property at the corner of River Road and Hunsaker Lane. Ideally positioned to serve up to 45,000 households, this potential location would mirror the success of our Don Stathos Campus, which welcomed more than 850,000 visits in its first year. The site offers an exciting opportunity to expand health, fitness and youth development programs to the neighborhoods of Bethel, River Road, Santa Clara, Gilham and beyond. 

This collaboration with LTD builds on a strong partnership and reflects our shared vision of enhancing accessibility and health for all. We look forward to working closely with the community to ensure this expansion meets the needs of the region.  

As we embark on this exciting journey, we remain dedicated to enhancing the well-being of every community member. This potential second location represents our commitment to ensuring that the Y remains a cornerstone of connection, health and support for generations to come. 

"We’ve long understood that no single YMCA location can fully address the complex health, education, and social needs of our region—a reality reflected in the incredible response to the new Y at the Don Stathos Campus,” said CEO Brian Steffen. “We’re excited about the opportunity to evaluate the LTD property off River Road, as it offers us the potential to expand health, fitness, and youth development programs to the neighborhoods of Bethel, River Road, Santa Clara, Gilham, and beyond—areas that are not easily served by our south Eugene location. This potential second location represents our commitment to ensuring that the Y remains a cornerstone of connection, health and support for generations to come.” 

—Brian Steffen, Eugene Family YMCA CEO

Your ImpactA smiling YMCA staff member sits beside a young child engaged in a creative activity, symbolizing the life-changing impact of donor-supported programs that foster learning, connection, and joy.

Building stronger and healthier communities—together

Click below to reach the Y's 2024 Impact Report and learn more about how your gift transforms lives in our community. The impact of the Eugene Family YMCA has never been more evident. Thank you for your support!

IMPACT REPORT

FOR MORE GIVING INFORMATION

Please contact our Philanthropy team at giving@eugeneymca.org with any questions.

The Eugene Family YMCA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.   
EIN 93-0500679 

Eugene Family YMCA 
600 E. 24th Ave. 
Eugene, OR 97405 

Find us in charitable databases as Young Men’s Christian Association of Eugene.