Y-CAP (YMCA - COMMUNITY ACTION PROJECT)
The YMCA Community Action Program (Y-CAP) is an evidence based program that works intensively with at risk youth (ages 7-16) and their families, enhancing their mental, educational, social and physical development and by helping them reach their fullest potential through Christ. Students are added to the program on a referral basis. We meet after school and during the summer season as a year-round program.
To truly promote the growth of youth into well rounded young men and women, Y-CAP will specifically focus on the goals of improving academic performance, delinquent behavior reduction, substance abuse prevention and improvement of attitudes and self esteem.
To achieve these goals, the Y-CAP curriculum includes topics that enhance character development, conflict resolution skills, decision making skills, leadership development, family relationship building and substance abuse prevention among others. All topics are presented in a fresh and relevant way that will engage youth in conversation, allow them to explore themselves in a safe, supportive environment and challenge them to make healthy, positive changes in their lives.
Y-CAP is provided free of charge for program members thanks to the generous support of our Community Support Campaign, the Athens Federal Foundation, Kiwanis Club of Athens, the McMinn County Department of Juvenile Services, and the United Way of McMinn and Meigs Counties.
REFERRALS
Use the form below to refer a child to our program!
QUESTIONS?
For more information, please contact Matt Roberts or call us at 423-745-4904.
MAKE A REFERRAL!
Fill out the form below to refer a child to our program. Please allow for 2-3 business days for us to follow up with you and the household.
