Young Men's Christian Association of the Fox Cities
Also known as YMCA of the Fox Cities Inc
Young Men's Christian Association of the Fox Cities reported $38.8 million in revenue and $37.6 million in expenses for calendar year 2025. Of every $100 it spent, $82.66 went to program services, $15.68 to management and general costs and $1.66 to fundraising. Its largest source of revenue was program service revenue such as fees, sales and contracts: 81.0% of the total. The highest compensation it reported for one person was $294,834 (President/CEO). 8 people received more than $100,000 in reportable compensation. Revenue rose 42% between 2019 and 2025. Source: Form 990, 2025.
Where $100 of spending went
Calendar year 2025 · Form 990, Part IX, line 25 · total expenses $38MFor 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 $39MThe 990 scorecard · same measures for every charity, no grades
| Measure | 2025 | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Program services Part IX 25(B) ÷ 25(A) | 82.7% | 87.2% |
| Management & general Part IX 25(C) ÷ 25(A) | 15.7% | 11.4% |
| Fundraising Part IX 25(D) ÷ 25(A) | 1.7% | 0.2% |
| Fundraising cost per $1 of contributions Part IX 25(D) ÷ Part VIII 1h | $0.14 | $0.02 |
| Contributions & grants share of revenue Part VIII 1h ÷ 12 | 11.1% | 20.6% |
| Government grants share of revenue Part VIII 1e ÷ 12 | 3.6% | 2.4% |
| Program service revenue share Part VIII 2g ÷ 12 | 81.0% | 70.8% |
| Highest reported compensation Part VII-A, columns D–F | $294,834 | $274,992 |
| Highest compensation as share of expenses Part VII-A ÷ Part IX 25(A) | 0.78% | 1.18% |
| People paid over $100,000 Part VII, line 2 | 8 | 6 |
| Net assets, in months of expenses Part X 33(B) ÷ monthly expenses | 18.6 | 6.9 |
| Independent voting board members Part VI 1a–1b | 31 of 31 | 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: At the YMCA of the Fox Cities, we're committed to helping every child and teen reach their full potential. In 2025, we served over 21,000 young people through programs that spark learning, build confidence, and encourage connection. These experiences help shape stronger individuals and brighter communities. Our youth programs are designed to develop values, skills, and relationships that lead to healthy choices, academic success, and lifelong well-being. From child care, arts and humanities, and youth sports to Youth in Government, Esports, water safety, day and overnight…
HEALTHY LIVING: WITH OVER 500 PROGRAMS, THE Y HELPS PEOPLE OF ALL AGES REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL. We offer encouragement, guidance, and resources that support total well-being-spirit, mind, and body. AT THE Y, WE STRENGTHEN INDIVIDUALS AND COMMUNITIES. As a trusted leader in health and wellness, we bring families together, promote healthy habits, and create meaningful connections through fitness, sports, and shared experiences. Each month, more than 26,000 people turn to the Y for the support they need to live healthier, more balanced lives. In a world where many are navigating work-life…
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: WE EMPOWER AND INSPIRE COMMUNITY ACTION. At the YMCA, we believe everyone deserves the chance to belong and thrive. That's why we provide financial assistance to ensure that cost is never a barrier to Y memberships or programs. FOR 138 YEARS, THE Y HAS BEEN GIVING BACK AND SUPPORTING OUR NEIGHBORS. We listen closely to the needs of our communities and respond with programs that make a real difference-like LIVESTRONG at the YMCA, Safety Around Water, and Outreach Childcare. These initiatives equip individuals and families with the tools, support, and confidence to bridge…
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/CEO Officer, 45.0 hrs/week | $242,313 | $0 | $52,521 | $294,834 |
| COO Officer, 45.0 hrs/week | $149,266 | $0 | $41,261 | $190,527 |
| CFO Officer, 45.0 hrs/week | $145,729 | $0 | $40,739 | $186,468 |
| District Executive Director Highest compensated employee, 45.0 hrs/week | $110,695 | $0 | $36,702 | $147,397 |
| District Executive Director Highest compensated employee, 45.0 hrs/week | $108,096 | $0 | $38,350 | $146,446 |
| Executive Vice President Brand and Mission Advancement Highest compensated employee, 45.0 hrs/week | $118,110 | $0 | $26,208 | $144,318 |
| District Executive Director Highest compensated employee, 45.0 hrs/week | $115,057 | $0 | $16,431 | $131,488 |
| VP Human Resources Highest compensated employee, 45.0 hrs/week | $115,520 | $0 | $14,764 | $130,284 |
8 people received more than $100,000 in reportable compensation from Young Men's Christian Association of the Fox Cities (Part VII, line 2). Compensation of current officers, directors and key employees totaled $672K (Part IX, line 5).
7 years of filings
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–1b31 · 31 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 18No
- Over $10,000 of activity outside the U.S. Part IV 14bNo
- Employees Part I, line 51,885
- Volunteers Part I, line 61,898
Largest outside contractors
2025 · Form 990, Part VII, Section B · businesses only| Chavez Janitorial Cleaning Services | $713,322 |
| Eurest Food Service | $265,184 |
| Carrico Aquatics Resources Inc Pool Service | $157,568 |
| Mechanical Technologies Inc Mechanical Contractor | $156,027 |
Individuals listed as contractors are left out. 8 contractors were paid more than $100,000 in all.
Private foundation grants it received
3 private foundations reported grants to Young Men's Christian Association of the Fox Cities totaling $50,383 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 Men's Christian Association of the Fox Cities spent in 2025, $82.66 went to programs. The full breakdown, from its IRS Form 990:
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Questions people ask
How much of Young Men's Christian Association of the Fox Cities's spending goes to programs?
In calendar year 2025, Young Men's Christian Association of the Fox Cities reported that 82.7% of its $37.6 million in expenses went to program services, 15.7% to management and general and 1.7% to fundraising (Form 990, Part IX).
How much does Young Men's Christian Association of the Fox Cities pay its top executive?
The largest total compensation Young Men's Christian Association of the Fox Cities reported for one person in calendar year 2025 was $294,834, for the role of President/CEO (Form 990, Part VII, including compensation from related organizations and other compensation).
Where does Young Men's Christian Association of the Fox Cities get its money?
Of $38.8 million in revenue in calendar year 2025, 11.1% came from contributions and grants (including 3.6% from government grants) and 81.0% from program service revenue (Form 990, Part VIII).
Is Young Men's Christian Association of the Fox Cities a registered charity?
The IRS lists EIN 39-0806191 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 202601659349300250 · read the filing · XML
- 2024: Form 990 for calendar year 2024, object 202501639349300515 · read the filing
- 2023: Form 990 for calendar year 2023, object 202431669349301018 · read the filing
- 2022: Form 990 for calendar year 2022, object 202341669349301214 · read the filing
- 2021: Form 990 for calendar year 2021, object 202221669349302252 · read the filing
- 2020: Form 990 for calendar year 2020, object 202131669349302118 · read the filing
- 2019: Form 990 for calendar year 2019, object 202012589349300661 · read the filing
All filings for EIN 39-0806191: ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer · IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search. Figures are as the organization reported them; we have not audited them.