A New Y for Falmouth and the Upper Cape
Since 1966, YMCA Cape Cod has been a force for positive change, engaging over 10,000 community members annually, including nearly 5,000 children. We’re now renewing this commitment by building a new Y to transform the lives of Upper Cape children, families, and adults.
For 60 years, we’ve grown alongside our community, starting with wellness classes and expanding to after-school programs, summer camps, and early childhood education. Now, to meet the increasing demand, we need your help to create a permanent space that will enrich lives across generations.
While we are proud and excited of the possibilities these designs represent, all designs are conceptual and are being refined as we better understand what the community will support. Join us in bringing this vision to life—a lasting home for growth, connection, and well-being.
Donate now to The Don & Dottie Smith YMCA!
Recent News:
- $10M Donation Made to Upper Cape YMCA
- Cape Cod Commission Says ‘Yes’ To Upper Cape YMCA | Falmouth News
- Falmouth YMCA And Cape Cod Chamber Of Commerce Workforce Initiative Receive State Boost | CapeCod.com
Ready To Learn More?
Click here to email PJ Richardson, Chief Financial Development Officer, to learn about our plans and how you can get involved. For larger gifts, we have a number of naming opportunities available. If you are interested, please reach out so we can discuss options.
What Is The Y Already Doing In Falmouth?
YMCA Cape Cod is already serving the needs of the Falmouth community by offering options for:
Early Education and Childcare
- The YMCA Cape Cod has three early education centers across the Falmouth area, and offers Early Head Start and Head Start programing, in addition to serving children ages 3 months to 5 years. The Y also offers before and after school programing at a number of elementary schools throughout Falmouth.
- Our caring teachers and educator assistants are professional role models who will mentor your children while teaching the core Y values of caring, honesty respect and responsibility every day. These early education centers provide the highest quality infant, toddler and preschool care year-round, Monday through Friday from 6:30AM -5:30PM. Call 508-362-6500 ext.1020 for pre-enrollment information and to schedule a tour! Learn more about our childcare programs.
Summer Camps
- Summer camp is about adventure and discovery. At Camp Lyndon, kids have the opportunity to explore nature, find new talents, try new activities and gain independence. And, of course, it’s lots of fun too. We provide convenient bussing pick up and drop off locations around the Falmouth area.
See our Camp page to learn more about Camp Lyndon, Camp Falmouth, and start your kids on an adventure!
YMCA Diabetes Prevention Program
- The YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program is a community-based lifestyle improvement program for adults with pre diabetes. Its purpose is to empower adults with lasting lifestyle changes that will improve their overall health and reduce their chance of developing type 2 diabetes.
- Currently, diabetes affects nearly 26 million people. Another 79 million have pre diabetes and are at risk of developing diabetes, but only 11 percent are aware of it.
- Research by the National Institutes of Health has shown that programs like the YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program reduce the number of new cases of diabetes by 58% overall and by 71% in individuals over age 60.
- To see if you qualify or for more information about the program fees and financial assistance, visit our YDPP page