To put Christian Principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
The Sidney-Shelby County YMCA will be the hub of community activity and the recognized leader in lifelong health and wellness where children are nurtured through character development, teens are empowered, families grow stronger and older adults are engaged.
YMCA-USA Character Development Values
The Sidney-Shelby County YMCA is a United Way Organization.
2021 Annual Report
Printed copies are available at the Welcome Center.
View the Annual Report
Click here to read about the history of the Y.
Below is a brief historical timeline of the Sidney-Shelby YMCA.
Craig Albers, Treasurer, Faulkner, Garmhausen, Keister & Shenk
Jeff Banks, WBI & PCI
Daniel Blenman, Emerson Climate Technologies
Nathan Burns, Secretary, Burns Heating and Cooling, LLC
Jackie Davis, Mutual Federal
Adam Freytag, Freytag and Associates
John Grazioso, President, Emerson Climate Technologies
Mollie Hansen, Airstream
Logan Holland, Cargill
Bob Humble, Sidney City Schools
Mark Kaufman, Connection Point Church of God
Rhonda Keister, Past President, Minster Bank
Jenny Wagner, City of Sidney
Jay Westerheide, Westerheide Construction
Allen York, CBT Company
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CEO - David O'Leary |
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Operations Director - Jamie Crippin |
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Accountant - Dawn Herrick |
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Business Assistant - Mackenzie Vanderhorst |
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Y Child Development Center Director - Tori Faulder |
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Program Director: Gymnastics & Special Events - Rose Schutte |
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Wellness Director - Suann Kleinhans |
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Membership Department Manager - Amy Zachrich |
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Membership Engagement Coordinator - Emily Wenning |
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Marketing & Financial Development Coordinator - Pam Fultz |
We're Hiring! For info on these openings and more, click here. | |
Aquatics Director - TBD | |
Property Manager - TBD | |
Sports Coordinator - TBD |
Have you considered the rewards of working at the Sidney-Shelby County YMCA? The direct results of your work will benefit thousands of people throughout our community - a fact that offers a great feeling of satisfaction and accomplishment.
At the Sidney-Shelby County YMCA, our goal is to hire quality individuals who demonstrate the core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility and have the talent, knowledge and desire to assist children, teens and adults in accomplishing physical, spiritual and developmental goals. Consider either a part or full-time position at the Y - you'll be glad you did!
CHECK OUT OUR CURRENT JOB POSTINGS
SIDNEY-SHELBY COUNTY YMCA Benefit Summary - This document is a brief description of company benefits for eligible employees. For additional information, please contact Human Resources.
Download an application for employment here or stop by the Welcome Center.
When you volunteer at the Y, you take an active role in bringing about meaningful, enduring change right in your own neighborhood. Whether it's once a week or once a year, there are so many ways to give your time, change lives and volunteer at the Y! Volunteers enable the Y to offer affordable programs and services. They provide the caring attention a child needs to develop values like sportsmanship, compassion, and respect for self and others. They encourage positive behavior in teens and support families so they can be successful and strong. The selfless efforts of all volunteers foster healthier, more meaningful lives for people of all ages, backgrounds, abilities and incomes. They inspire a cohesive and viable community, one that's a good place to live and to work. By giving time, volunteers change lives and improve communities.
Questions? Contact Rose Schutte at rschutte@sidney-ymca.org or call 937-492-9134, x224.
Adult Volunteers, age 18 and over please CLICK HERE to apply.
Youth Volunteers, age 12 to 17 please CLICK HERE to apply.
The Sidney Shelby County YMCA is a charitable, not-for-profit organization with a 501(c) 3 IRS designation. We rely on the community to support our charitable activities through volunteerism and financial donations. There are many ways to be involved as a Y contributor.
Through our Community Partners Program, the Sidney-Shelby County YMCA strives to turn no one away who lives or works in Shelby County due to their inability to pay. Approximately 2000 individuals each year receive full or partial assistance for memberships and programs participation. Assistance helps provide opportunities for such things as Teen Leadership programs, swimming lessons, child care and many other vital services and programs. To donate online, click here or contact CEO, David O'Leary at doleary@sidney-ymca.org.
The YMCA Heritage Club is a prestigious group of individuals who have supported the YMCA Endowment Fund with an outright gift of cash or securities, or who have made provisions for the Y in their estate planning. The group gathers once each year for dinner and fellowship.
The Heritage Club Planned Giving Opportunities Brochure
A group of visionary people securing the future through the YMCA Endowment Fund
Outright Gifts - A direct gift of cash, appreciated securities, or real properties may be the most convenient way to make a contribution to the YMCA endowment fund.
Charitable Trust - A vehicle that can provide current income to you and your spouse as long as either of you live. Thereafter, the trust principal goes to the YMCA endowment fund.
Gifts by Will or Trust - Working with your trusted advisors, you can assure that your heirs are provided for and specific charities can benefit from a fixed amount, a percentage of the estate, or a fixed portion of the residual.
Name the YMCA as a Beneficiary of an IRA or Pension Account
A technique that can save significantly on estate tax and through a wealth replacement insurance purchase, preserve assets for heirs.
These are examples and there are many more possibilities.
As you plan for the future, there is a lot to consider:
Effective estate planning can help answer these questions.
At the YMCA we are prepared to share some very exciting estate planning tools with you.
We encourage you to share your plans with your trusted advisors to be sure they are right for your situation.'
For more information contact:
David O'Leary, CEO at doleary@sidney-ymca.org
300 E. Parkwood Street
Sidney, OH 45365
(937) 492-9134
There are a number of ways that someone can get involved in the Y and become mission partners as we strive to serve the community. Get Involved!
AS A MEMBER - Membership in the Y is a great way to meet friendly people while working out or participating in our youth or family activities. For more information see our Member Benefits page.
AS A VOLUNTEER – No matter what your talent, interests and schedule are, you can help change someone’s life at the Y. Whether it is coaching a youngster in soccer or basketball, determining policy on a committee or the Board, or caring for a baby in our Child Watch Center, we have a place for you.
For more information contact the YMCA. Ready to sign up? Fill out our online volunteer form!
AS A CONTRIBUTOR - The Sidney Shelby County YMCA is a charitable, not-for-profit organization with a 501(c) 3 IRS designation. We rely on the community to support our charitable activities through volunteerism and financial donations. There are many ways to be involved as a Y contributor.
Eligibility
The Triangle of Honor Nomination Form can be downloaded here.
Stop by the Welcome Center to learn more or call 937-492-9134! After-hours access is for members only and allows you to access the Wellness (Fitness) Center, Men & Women's Restrooms, Racquetball Court, and the Schauer Gym (basketball, soccer, etc.).
Read all the details in the waiver here.
COMING SOON:
Check out the Interactive "theme nights" in the youth center! All youth members are invited to participate. There will be game nights, trivia nights, arts & craft nights, cooking nights and more! Check out the schedule in the Youth Center for complete details! You may also watch our Facebook page for Event details.
2022 | Hope Bixler | Miami University |
2021 | Jayden Humphrey | University of Findlay |
2020 | Angela Brunner | Indiana University |
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Samantha Edwards
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Rhodes State College
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2018
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Hailey Wick
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University of Cincinnati
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2017
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Katie Edwards
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Wright State University
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2016
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Spencer Hina
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The Ohio State University
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2015
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Alex Willman
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University of Cincinnati
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Cameron Hina
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Urbana University
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Allison Neu
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The Ohio State University
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2012
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Matthew Ulrich
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University of Dayton
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2011 | Katie Borchers | The Ohio State University |
2022 | Shelby Ham | The Ohio State University |
2021 | Natalie Herrick | Edison Community College |
2020 | Nathan Johnson | University of Toledo |
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Allie Herrick
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University of Findlay
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2018
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Troy Oltman
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The University of Dayton
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2017
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Kevin Fultz
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University of Toledo
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2016
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Madison Allison
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University of Findlay
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2015
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Alex McLain
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Wright State University
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2014
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Lauren Vanderhorst
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The University of Dayton
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2013
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Collin Smith
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Bowling Green University
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2012
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Abigail Ball
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University of Cincinnati
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2011
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Lesley Burdiss
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Wright State University
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2010
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Brittany Forwerck
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Xavier University
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2009
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Derek McCracken
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The Ohio State University
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Jessica Scott Taylor
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Miami University
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Cayleb Paulino
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Wilmington College
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Lindsay Smith
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Ohio Northern University
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Krista Corbin Boren
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Bowling Green University
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Julie Barhorst
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Cedarviile University
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Stephen Eck
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Case Western University
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2002
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Alison Kunk
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Ohio Northern University
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Brian T. Landrum
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The Ohio State University
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2000
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Takashi Okamoto
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Boston University
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1999
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Amy Burnside
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Bowling Green University
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1998
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Michael Thorpe
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The Ohio State University
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1997
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Kelly Jo Gray Grinstead
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University of Dayton
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Valerie Sprague Smith
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Bluffton College
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1996
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Melissa Moorman
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Bowling Green University
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1995
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Cassandra Carter
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Wright State University
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1994
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John Gross
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Washington University
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1993
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Betsy Leistner McKinley
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Purdue University
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1992
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Kelly Velikan Nadeau
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Ohio University
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1991
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Amy Miller DeVore
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Purdue University
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1990
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Christopher Sperl
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Loyola University
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