Membership for All
The YMCA will provide memberships, programs, and services for individuals and families who desire to participate and understand the benefits of the YMCA, regardless of ability to pay the established fees. Assistance will be granted, based on financial need.
Step 1:
Visit the Welcome Desk. We will enter your household information to check if you are pre-approved for financial assistance. For questions reach out to us at MFA@cincinnatiymca.org
Step 2: pre-approved
If you are approved, create an online account and add all members of the family who will access the Y.
Following a branch link
Blue Ash | Campbell | Central | Clermont | Clippard | Gamble | Highland | M.E. Lyons | Powel Crosley | R.C. Durr
Step 3:
Activate your membership with the Welcome Center by getting your photo taken, adding scan cards, and applying the financial assistance to your account.
Step 2: If not pre-approved
Complete the membership for all application
If you have your documents, please follow the QR code below to complete on your phone and upload images of your documents.
We need to receive 1 of the following documents: 1040, supplemental security income, Two most recent paychecks.

Step 3:
We will follow up with you with next steps or if we need a document to complete your application.
Welcome to the Y
for youth development
The Y empowers young people to reach their full potential and lead inspired, successful lives.
For Healthy Living
Beyond fitness classes and work out center, we are intentional to design programs for seniors, chronic diseases management, and mental health.
FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Meeting community needs and driving change beyond the walls of the YMCA. Through outreach programs, fundraising, and volunteer opportunities we are enacting positive social change.
For All
We are committed to ensuring that everyone has access to the YMCA.