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.
2019 Annual Report
Printed copies are available at the Welcome Center.
Download a PDF of 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
Will Balling, Past President, City of Sidney Police Department
Jeff Banks, WBI & PCI
Nathan Burns, Secretary, Burns Heating and Cooling, LLC
Duane Gaier, City of Sidney Parks Department
John Grazioso, Vice President, Emerson Climate Technologies
Jackie Davis, Mutual Federal
Mollie Hansen, Airstream
Bob Humble, Sidney City Schools
Rhonda Keister, President, Minster Bank
Dan McMahon, Precision Custom Products
Susan Shaffer, Emerson Wagner Realty
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David O' Leary CEO |
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Tori Faulder Child Dev. Center Director |
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Rose Schutte Kinetics Coordinator |
Pam Fultz Marketing/Financial Dev. Coordinator |
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Suann Kleinhans Wellness Coordinator |
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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!
Download an application for employment here or stop by the Welcome Center.
Make a Difference in the Lives of Amazing Kids! Interested applicants should send completed YMCA application and cover letter/resume, if applicable, to Tori Faulder (tfaulder@sidney-ymca.org). No phone calls, please.
Lifeguard & Swim Instructors
Part-time positions are available. Flexible schedule. Days, Evenings and Weekends available.
Applications are available at the Y Welcome Center or online.
Part-time positions also available for:
Interested applicants should send completed YMCA application and cover letter/resume, if applicable, to Katie Fyffe (kfyffe@sidney-ymca.org). No phone calls, please.
Part-time positions available for:
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!
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.
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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2014
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Cameron Hina
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Urbana University
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2013
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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 |
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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Ohio State University
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2008
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Jessica Scott Taylor
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Miami University
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2007
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Cayleb Paulino
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Wilmington College
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2006
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Lindsay Smith
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Ohio Northern University
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2005
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Krista Corbin Boren
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Bowling Green University
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2004
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Julie Barhorst
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Cedarviile University
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2003
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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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2001
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Brian T. Landrum
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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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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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