YMCA to offer free membership to teens, young adults across Twin Cities

YMCA is partnering with the Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation to offer free memberships for thousands of teens and young adults across the Twin Cities.

From June 21 to Sept. 30, teens can access a free membership to 21 YMCA locations throughout the Twin Cities.

“The YMCA Get Summer program is making a real difference in our community by providing a safe space for youth to connect and have fun while learning important lifelong skills,” said Mark Dienhart, president, and chief executive officer of the Schulze Family Foundation.

“We believe supporting this program offers a truly unique opportunity to engage youth in their neighborhood with educational and enriching experiences with caring mentors and role models.”

This year the YMCA will offer teens entering 9-12th grade an opportunity to be engaged in fitness and wellness programming at the Y. They will also have opportunities for in-person and virtual teen-specific programming, including:

• Health and wellbeing classes
• Leadership and character development programs
• Access to gymnasium, fitness floor, and aquatics areas

"The YMCA is thrilled to partner with the Schulze Family Foundation to provide a safe environment for young people to engage in programs that promote healthy living, build character and leadership, and support success in school and in life,” said Glen Gunderson, president for the YMCA of the North. “The Y is committed to eliminating barriers to participation, so all have the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive during out-of-school time. This program is possible because of the generous donation from the Schulze family.”

For more information about the membership, click here.