Young Mens Christian Assoc McGaw
Young Mens Christian Assoc McGaw reported $19.7 million in revenue and $18.9 million in expenses for calendar year 2025. Of every $100 it spent, $84.17 went to program services, $12.09 to management and general costs and $3.74 to fundraising. Its largest source of revenue was program service revenue such as fees, sales and contracts: 83.4% of the total. The highest compensation it reported for one person was $299,943 (President and CEO). 9 people received more than $100,000 in reportable compensation. Revenue rose 55% between FY2020 and 2025. Source: Form 990, 2025.
Where $100 of spending went
Calendar year 2025 · Form 990, Part IX, line 25 · total expenses $19MFor context, the median across 3,614 covered human services charities: $88.27 programs, $11.52 management, $0.21 fundraising (medians computed separately, so they may not sum to $100).
Where $100 of revenue came from
Calendar year 2025 · Form 990, Part VIII · total revenue $20MThe 990 scorecard · same measures for every charity, no grades
| Measure | 2025 | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Program services Part IX 25(B) ÷ 25(A) | 84.2% | 87.2% |
| Management & general Part IX 25(C) ÷ 25(A) | 12.1% | 11.4% |
| Fundraising Part IX 25(D) ÷ 25(A) | 3.7% | 0.2% |
| Fundraising cost per $1 of contributions Part IX 25(D) ÷ Part VIII 1h | $0.23 | $0.02 |
| Contributions & grants share of revenue Part VIII 1h ÷ 12 | 15.6% | 20.6% |
| Government grants share of revenue Part VIII 1e ÷ 12 | 1.0% | 2.4% |
| Program service revenue share Part VIII 2g ÷ 12 | 83.4% | 70.8% |
| Highest reported compensation Part VII-A, columns D–F | $299,943 | $274,992 |
| Highest compensation as share of expenses Part VII-A ÷ Part IX 25(A) | 1.58% | 1.18% |
| People paid over $100,000 Part VII, line 2 | 9 | 6 |
| Net assets, in months of expenses Part X 33(B) ÷ monthly expenses | 10.6 | 6.9 |
| Independent voting board members Part VI 1a–1b | 20 of 20 | 100.0% |
A median is context, not a target: hospitals, universities, food banks and grantmakers spend in very different ways. What these measures can and can't tell you.
What the money paid for, in its own words
2025 · Form 990, Part III · the three largest programs by expenseYOUTH DEVELOPMENT: McGaw YMCA is committed to nurturing the potential of every child and teen. We believe that all kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. We help young people cultivate the values, skills, and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health, and educational achievement. Our Y programs such as Child Care, Early Learning, Head Start, STEM education for middle school children, youth sports, day camp, and residential camp, offer a range of experiences that enrich cognitive, social, physical, and emotional growth. Last year…
HEALTHY LIVING: McGaw YMCA is a leading voice on improving individual and community well-being. We bring families closer together, encourage good health and foster connections through fitness, sports, fun, and shared interests. As a result, thousands of families in our community are receiving the support, guidance, and resources they need to achieve greater health in spirit, mind, and body. This is particularly important as our nation struggles with an obesity crisis, families struggle with work/life balance and individuals search for personal fulfillment. Our programs are accessible…
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: McGaw YMCA believes in giving back and supporting our neighbors. We have been listening and responding to our community's most critical social needs for more than 140 years. Y programs such as the men's residence and food programs are examples of how we deliver training, resources, and support that empower our neighbors to effect change and overcome obstacles. Last year, we engaged 250 YMCA members, participants, and volunteers in activities that strengthen our community and pave the way for future generations to thrive. Last year, McGaw provided $30,001 in scholarship…
Highest reported compensation
2025 · Form 990, Part VII, Section A · roles as filed; names are in the filing, not here| Role | From this org | From related orgs | Other | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| President and CEO Officer, 50.0 hrs/week | $247,204 | $0 | $52,739 | $299,943 |
| Chief Learning & Innovation Officer Officer, 50.0 hrs/week | $169,961 | $0 | $47,405 | $217,366 |
| Executive Director, Programs & Operations Officer, 50.0 hrs/week | $149,471 | $0 | $46,069 | $195,540 |
| Chief of Staff & Strategy Officer, 50.0 hrs/week | $143,592 | $0 | $35,720 | $179,312 |
| Executive Director, Marketing & Communications Highest compensated employee, 50.0 hrs/week | $122,753 | $0 | $44,084 | $166,837 |
| Executive Director, Finance Highest compensated employee, 50.0 hrs/week | $121,570 | $0 | $40,858 | $162,428 |
| Executive Director, IT & Telecommunications Highest compensated employee, 50.0 hrs/week | $127,280 | $0 | $32,964 | $160,244 |
| Branch Executive Director Highest compensated employee, 50.0 hrs/week | $105,328 | $0 | $43,413 | $148,741 |
9 people received more than $100,000 in reportable compensation from Young Mens Christian Assoc McGaw (Part VII, line 2). Compensation of current officers, directors and key employees totaled $905K (Part IX, line 5).
7 filings since FY2020
Form 990, Parts I, VII, IX and X · each row is that year's own filing, linkedGovernance answers, as filed
2025 · the organization's own yes/no answers; explanations, if any, are in Schedule O of the filing · what each means- Voting board members, and how many are independent Part VI, lines 1a–1b20 · 20 independent
- Audited financial statements Part XII 2bYes
- Conflict-of-interest policy Part VI 12aYes
- Whistleblower policy Part VI 13Yes
- Document retention policy Part VI 14Yes
- Independent process for top executive pay Part VI 15aYes
- Board given the 990 before filing Part VI 11aYes
- Family or business ties among insiders Part VI 2No
- Aware of a significant diversion of assets Part VI 5No
- Excess benefit transaction with an insider Part IV 25aNo
- Loans to or from insiders outstanding Part IV 26No
- Lobbying, or a 501(h) election in effect Part IV 4No
- Over $15,000 of professional fundraising services Part IV 18Yes
- Over $10,000 of activity outside the U.S. Part IV 14bNo
- Employees Part I, line 5704
- Volunteers Part I, line 6195
Largest outside contractors
2025 · Form 990, Part VII, Section B · businesses only| Patron Construction Inc Construction | $260,160 |
| Donor by Design Group LLC Fundraising consulting | $246,141 |
| GHC MechanicalInc Building and facility maintenance | $171,200 |
| Holiday Coach Co Program transportation costs | $104,705 |
Individuals listed as contractors are left out. 4 contractors were paid more than $100,000 in all.
Private foundation grants it received
18 private foundations reported grants to Young Mens Christian Assoc McGaw totaling $369K on their tax year 2023 Form 990-PF returns. See which foundations, on WHOFUNDS.
Source: WHOFUNDS open grant graph, matched from Form 990-PF Part XV.
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Of every $100 Young Mens Christian Assoc McGaw spent in 2025, $84.17 went to programs. The full breakdown, from its IRS Form 990:
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Questions people ask
How much of Young Mens Christian Assoc McGaw's spending goes to programs?
In calendar year 2025, Young Mens Christian Assoc McGaw reported that 84.2% of its $18.9 million in expenses went to program services, 12.1% to management and general and 3.7% to fundraising (Form 990, Part IX).
How much does Young Mens Christian Assoc McGaw pay its top executive?
The largest total compensation Young Mens Christian Assoc McGaw reported for one person in calendar year 2025 was $299,943, for the role of President and CEO (Form 990, Part VII, including compensation from related organizations and other compensation).
Where does Young Mens Christian Assoc McGaw get its money?
Of $19.7 million in revenue in calendar year 2025, 15.6% came from contributions and grants (including 1.0% from government grants) and 83.4% from program service revenue (Form 990, Part VIII).
Is Young Mens Christian Assoc McGaw a registered charity?
The IRS lists EIN 36-2169194 as a 501(c)(3) organization (publicly supported organization (509(a)(2))), and its records show contributions as tax-deductible. Form 990 filings on record here cover tax years 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025. A filing shows what the organization reported; it doesn't by itself show whether a program works.
Sources
- 2025: Form 990 for calendar year 2025, object 202641329349302414 · read the filing
- 2024: Form 990 for calendar year 2024, object 202532599349300603 · read the filing
- FY2023 (4 mo.): Form 990 for the 4-month short period ending December 31, 2023, object 202442679349300029 · read the filing
- FY2023: Form 990 for the fiscal year ending August 31, 2023, object 202412059349300341 · read the filing
- FY2022: Form 990 for the fiscal year ending August 31, 2022, object 202301999349300440 · read the filing
- FY2021: Form 990 for the fiscal year ending August 31, 2021, object 202211249349301031 · read the filing
- FY2020: Form 990 for the fiscal year ending August 31, 2020, object 202100349349300010 · read the filing
All filings for EIN 36-2169194: ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer · IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search. Figures are as the organization reported them; we have not audited them.