Y Purchasing Group

04/29/2026

Please welcome the newest YMCAs to join YPurchasing: the Tri-County YMCA of New York and the YMCA of Huntington West Virginia!

We are excited to see where YPurchasing can help save money for their YMCAs and assist with putting the savings found towards programs and community investment. There are now over 460 Associations connected with savings efforts through the YPurchasing network.

YPurchasing helps YMCAs achieve savings so they can apply the savings to programs and areas that YMCAs impact their communities the most. Over 60% of YMCAs in the United States are now taking advantage of savings that they can use to put back into programs they offer their members.

03/06/2026

YPurchasing has just launched our annual Camp Guide for YMCAs. Very happy about how our vendor partners take time to make sure they are assisting the cause by making great products and services available to all the Ys around the US!

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Summer camp product recommendation guide for YMCAs for the 2026 camping season.

07/03/2025

Celebrating 10 years of YPurchasing! - This year, we proudly celebrate 10 years of serving our Y Associations. What began as a bold vision a decade ago has grown into a thriving company built on innovation, collaboration, and unwavering commitment to our members.

Over the past decade, we've grown from seven core categories into more than 40 programs and even more vendors and serving over 440 YMCAs nationwide. We have become a trusted Organization in products and programs for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. This milestone is a testament to the passion of our staff and the unwavering support of our members and partners.

As we look ahead, we remain committed to strengthening our programs for YMCAs so they can help and support each and every community they serve.

Here's to another 10 years in the making!

05/13/2025

Elevate your YMCA's offerings with our May webinars focused on Recovery Wellness Trends and Navigating Brain Health & Performance. Join industry experts for insights on the latest trends and training modalities that can enhance your health programs. Perfect for staff and executives aiming to make a difference. Register today to secure your spot!

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11/14/2024

Please join us in celebrating over 400 YMCAs that will now be saving money with YPurchasing. YPurchasing helps YMCAs achieve savings so they can apply it to programs and areas that YMCAs impact their communities the most. Over 50% of YMCAs in the United States are now taking advantage of savings that they can use to put back into programs they offer.

YMCAs benefit from a membership at no cost and get discounted pricing access from more than 100 vendors. YPG Marketplace, our online vendor storefront, in collaboration with Y-USA and Gro is a "one-stop-shop" experience with YPurchasing, Y-USA, and Gro contracts for YMCAs only.

Through the savings we secure on a YMCAs behalf, Ys can have a positive impact on their communities. The Marketplace is a resource for YMCAs to use when making purchases.

Learn more at www.ypurchasing.com
Learn more about the Marketplace at www.ypurchasing.com/ypgmarketplace

08/12/2024

The Citrus Memorial Health Foundation YMCA, part of YMCA of the Suncoast in Florida, has been teaming up with many area groups serving veterans through a veterans’ advocacy program called “Here for Our Heroes.”

The programs are open to vets and the local Florida community. And Y membership is not required for many of the activities. What an amazing program the YMCA is involved with!

Sometimes, if you’re a veteran, a government office is just not where you want to go for advice or a bit of camaraderie.

07/15/2024

Please join us in congratulating the 3 newest YMCAs that will begin their savings journey with YPurchasing. YPurchasing helps YMCAs achieve savings so they can apply it to programs and areas where YMCAs impact their communities the most.

Member #384 – YMCA of Metropolitan Lansing – Lansing, Michigan
Member #385 – Dearborn YMCA – Mobile, Alabama
Member #386 – Southeastern Indiana YMCA – Batesville, Indiana

YMCAs benefit from a free membership and access to discounted pricing from over 100 vendors. YPG Marketplace, our online vendor storefront, in collaboration with Y-USA and Gro is a "one-stop-shop" experience with YPurchasing, Y-USA, and Gro contracts for YMCAs only.

Through the savings we secure on a YMCAs behalf, Ys can have a positive impact on their communities. The Marketplace is a resource for YMCAs to use when making purchases.

Learn more at www.ypurchasing.com
Learn more about the Marketplace at www.ypurchasing.com/ypgmarketplace

07/15/2024

Really nice story regarding the LiveStrong program by the YMCA. Cancer sucks. YMCA does an amazing effort in defeating the impact of cancer and helping those with it.

The YMCA launched a program aimed at helping adults take their life back after receiving a cancer diagnosis.

07/08/2024

To curb gun violence, YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties offers teens a safe place to hang out among its many branches, called Tacoma Summer Late Nights.

Last summer was the first year the program launched in its new form as a collaboration between nine regional government and nonprofit groups. The list is a “who’s who” of looking out for kids in the area: Metro Parks Tacoma, Tacoma Public Schools, Foundation for Tacoma Students, Boys & Girls Clubs of South Puget Sound, Greentrike, YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties, the city of Tacoma, and Pierce County.

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Tacoma students have a place to go for free dinner and socializing outdoors this summer as Metro Parks Tacoma tries to reduce gun violence among youths.

06/28/2024

Edmond to begin construction on $31.5M library and YMCA facility for the YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City - The 71,600-square-foot facility is described as a multigenerational community space with programs and activities for all ages.

More and more Y's are taking cooperative approaches to facilitating and combining other community resources into their overall plans. Very progressive and accommodating! Y's for all!

Construction is scheduled to begin later this summer on a $31.5 million city-owned building at 15th Street and Interstate 35 to house a second public library and a new YMCA branch.