Young Mens Christian Association Sanford Springvale

“A copy of this form 990 was provided first to the organization's executive committee, and then to the full board of directors, who voted to approve and accept the return for filing based on the review and recommendations of management as well as by the executive committee.”

“Board members annually sign conflict of interest statements, indicating any potential such conflicts. When applicable, members then recuse themselves from board activity which might otherwise constitute a conflict of interest. Similarily, employees must disclose any such potential conflicts when hired, and these are reviewed annually.”

“Top management along with the executive committee of the board of directors are involved in the selection of key employees, including arranging appropriate compensation consistent with other similar organizations. The board of directors and executive committee are responsible for the hiring of the executive director, and determine appropriate compensation based on market rates experienced by other similar organizations and regional and national ymca organizations.”

“Governing documents, conflict of interst policy and financial statements are made available to the general publice upon request.”

“The mission of the sanford-springvale ymca is to promote values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility, to build healthy spirit, mind, and body, and to improve the quality of life for all members of sanford- springvale ymca and the surrounding communities.”

“Aquatics - providing water-related programs to all ages and abilities and developing health in spirit, mind and body is at the core of the ymca movement. The aquatic programs teach participants valuable life skills including: personal water safety and self-confidence. The water aerobics program helps keep seniors active and flexible. The youth swim programs develop physical skills and the family swim program gives adults and children shared time in the pool to appreciate one another and promote intergenerational relationships. Over 200 individuals took part in swimming lessons and our staff conducted approximately 80 lessons throughout the year. Our services are offered at affordable fees for the community at large, with reasonable accommodations for those with special needs, and with reduced fees available for those who cannot afford the full fee.”

“Summer camp - provides a valuable resource to our community by making high quality summer camp experiences available to children ages 6-18 within our service area. Trafton senior center - ymca operates the trafton senior center located at 19 elm street in sanford, me which provides numerous activities and programs for the elderly.”

“Change in value of perpetual trusts 263,475”