Market Research Report: YMCA of Alaska

Company Overview

• Name: YMCA of Alaska

• Mission of the Company: The mission of the YMCA is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.

• Founded By: YMCA of Alaska became incorporated as a non-profit in 1967.

• When Founded: The Anchorage Community YMCA became incorporated as a non-profit in 1967.

• Key People: No information is available.

• Headquarters:

• Midtown Location: 5353 Lake Otis Pkwy, Anchorage, AK 99507

• Southside Location: 800 E Dimond Blvd. Ste 3-127, Anchorage, AK 99515

• Mat-Su YMCA: Mat-Su YMCA

• Number of Employees: No information is available.

• Revenue of the Company: No information is available.

• What is the Company Known For: YMCA of Alaska is known for youth development, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility through various community-oriented programs.

Products

Programs & Services

• Fitness Classes & Pool Schedules:

• High-level description: Offering a variety of fitness classes and pool activities for all ages.

• Key Features: Convenient schedules, accessible through the YMCA Alaska app.

• LIVESTRONG®:

• High-level description: Program supporting cancer survivors and individuals with high blood pressure.

• Key Features: Empowerment and support through physical and emotional wellness services.

• Healthy Weight and Your Child:

• High-level description: A health program for children and their caregivers focusing on achieving a healthy weight.

• Key Features: Limited spots, requires medical clearance, begins January 28, 2025.

• Sports Programs:

• High-level description: Includes kids’ soccer, competitive basketball, adult pickleball, and swimming.

• Key Features: Comprehensive sports activities fostering teamwork, skill development, and physical fitness.

• Community Programs:

• High-level description: Designed to strengthen the community through education, health, and social services.

• Key Features: Youth development initiatives, volunteer opportunities, and social responsibility projects.

Facilities

• Locations:

• Midtown YMCA: State-of-the-art facilities including a fitness center.

• Southside YMCA at Dimond: Second location opened in 2018, comprehensive sports and fitness facilities.

• Mat-Su YMCA: Additional community services.

Recent Developments

• New Sponsorships:

• Crowson Law Group: New YMCA Rec Basketball League Sponsor, supporting basketball programs for over 2,000 young athletes.

• New Programs:

• Healthy Weight and Your Child: Launching January 28, 2025, aimed at helping children achieve a healthy weight with their caregivers.

• LIVESTRONG® at YMCA: Ongoing support for cancer survivors and those with high blood pressure.

• New Features:

• YMCA Alaska App: Available for iOS and Android, the app allows members to view schedules, register for programs, and receive updates.

• Community Initiatives:

• Youth Development, Healthy Living, Social Responsibility: Engagement in various programs that benefit different age groups within the community.

Key Historical Milestones

• 1950s: Community programs began as a branch of the Armed Services YMCA.

• 1967: Incorporation as a non-profit.

• 1974: Donation of property by Jim and Joan Flood, leading to the construction of a new facility.

• 1978: Opening of the Lake Otis facility.

• 2014: Addition of a 5,000 sq. ft. facility including a state-of-the-art fitness center.

• 2018: Opening of the second location, Southside YMCA at Dimond.

Contact Information

• Main Office: (907) 563-3211

• Email: No information is available.

Locations

• Midtown YMCA

• 5353 Lake Otis Pkwy, Anchorage, AK 99507

• Phone: (907) 563-3211

• Southside YMCA at Dimond

• 800 E Dimond Blvd. Ste 3-127, Anchorage, AK 99515

• Phone: (907) 344-7788

• Mat-Su YMCA

• Phone: (907) 373-9622

© 2024 YMCA. The YMCA is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit social services organization dedicated to Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility.