Y-Corps Overview
Y-Corps is a service-learning program for students who want to make a difference in their communities and around the Commonwealth and country. The program incorporates the 4 types of service we emphasize at the Y:
- Perform direct and indirect service in their local communities (goal determined by team)
- Practice philanthropy by fundraising for our Scholarship Fund (goals set by years of experience in Y-Corps)
- Engage in advocacy on behalf of their Y-Corps teams and the YMCA Movement
All Student YMCA Chapters who have at least 1 chapter member apply for Y-Corps earn 25 points towards their chapter ranking each year.
The 6-month program culminates with a multi-day service trip. To view the states each team can potentially serve, visit our Y-Corps Service Area Map:
Participants in the program form a cohort of passionate young people from across the state who have been exposed to the wide range of cultures, strengths, and needs that make up our Commonwealth and country.
Through a combination of hard work, cultural experiences, travel, self-discovery, and reflection, Y-Corps extends the Y’s mission into communities throughout our Commonwealth and beyond.
Interested in being a Y-Corps Captain for Summer 2021? Y-Corps Captains lead their teams through the 6-month process of service, fundraising, and advocacy. Our new Captain Program allows student captains to be fully trained and prepared to lead their teams. Apply to be a Y-Corps Captain now by clicking here.
Interested in applying? Find more information on our Apply for Y-Corps page.
Interested in volunteering? Visit our Y-Corps Volunteer Roles page for more information!