Jim Smythe

Part of YMCA of the USA, YMCA of Eastern Union County is a nonprofit community organization that promotes health, well-being, and personal growth for individuals and families in Eastern Union and northern Middlesex County. The company is based in Union, NJ. It fosters healthy lifestyles, lifelong learning, and community engagement through initiatives such as the "Shaping Eastern Union County" program, which collaborates with local agencies for sustainable health improvements. It operates multiple branches and program sites offering services grounded in Christian principles and core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. The YMCA provides programs for all ages, including youth sports, dance, martial arts, aquatics, summer day camps, teen enrichment, family fitness, and early childhood development. Facilities include gyms, pools, and wellness resources, along with virtual wellness offerings like live and on-demand exercise classes and chronic disease management support. The YMCA implements safety and child protection policies, addresses community needs through homeless response services, financial assistance, and inclusive programming, and encourages community involvement through volunteering, donations, sponsorships, and participation in events.