For Youth Development, For Healthy Living, For Social Responsibility
(740) 392-9622
YMCA of Mount Vernon
103 North Main Street
Mount Vernon, OH 43050

About Us

Mission Statement

The mission of the YMCA of Mount Vernon, Inc., is “to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all”. The YMCA principles, or “core values” include honesty, responsibility, caring and respect. These are the basis for all we do as an organization.

OUR BRAND PROMISE

Nick-ClarkDear friends,

The brand promise is our cause. It explains what we stand for and why people should care. The brand promise is not a tagline and is not intended for marketing collateral. It serves as our inspiration for building a strong cohesive organization.

The Y is a powerful association of men, women, and children of all ages and from all walks of life joined together by a shared passion: to strengthen the foundations of community.

With a commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility, the Y ensures that every individual has access to the essentials needed to learn , grow and thrive. Anchored in more than 10,000 neighborhoods around the country, the Y has the long-standing relationships and physical presence not just to promise, but to deliver, lasting personal and social change.

Though the world may be unpredictable, one thing remains certain – the Y, is, and always will be, dedicated to building healthy, confident, connected and secure children, adults, families and communities.

Our core values unite us as a movement. They are the shared beliefs and essential principles that guide our behavior, interactions with each other and decision-making.

The four values of the Y:

  • Caring: Show a sincere concern for others
  • Honesty: Be truthful in what you say and do
  • Respect: Follow the golden rule
  • Responsibility: Be accountable for your promises and actions

Thank you for being a valued member of the Y. We look forward to continuing to meet the needs of the people and families in Knox County and, with your support, we will work to enrich more lives and more families, and strengthen the community around us for decades to come.

As always, we welcome your input. We invite you to share your thoughts with us.

Warm regards,

Nick Clark
Executive Director

Staff

Nick ClarkExecutive Directornick@mtvymca.org
Cameo QuickDirector of Operationscameo@mtvymca.org
Denise PatrickEarly Childhood Education Directordenise@mtvymca.org
Missi ShellenbargerMembership Directormissi@mtvymca.org
Emily VonckYouth Programs and Community Engagement Directoremily@mtvymca.org
Kerra ClinedinstHealth & Wellness/Marketing Coordinatorkerra@mtvymca.org
Aimee FryeGymnastics Coordinatormtvgymnastics@gmail.com
Alisha Wicks-EvansMembership Coordinatoralisha@mtvymca.org
Morgan RobertsChild Watch/Youth Program Coordinator morgan@mtvymca.org

Board of Directors

Gordon Erndt, PresidentAriel Corporation
Julie Miller, Vice PresidentWinter Sanctuary
Amy Boyd, TreasurerPeople's Bank
Eric Diehl, SecretaryAriel
Nick BlanchardPark National Bank
Melanie BolenderCommunity Member
Shelley CoonKnox County Treasurer
Cynthia CunninghamKidwell & Cunningham
John DenzerAriel Corporation
Tricia GeigerADP
Jason HallModern Builders
Jesse MarlowCommunity Leader
Shari RummellCommunity Leader
Chip WilsonMVNU
  • Building Hours

      Hours Monday - Friday 5:00am - 8:00pm Saturday 7:00am - 1:00pm Sunday 1:00pm - 5:00pm
  • Holiday Hours and Closings

    Christmas Eve YMCA closes at 12:00pm

    Christmas Day CLOSED

    New Year’s Eve YMCA closes at 5:00pm if a week day

    New Year’s Day CLOSED

    Good Friday CLOSED

    Easter CLOSED

    Independence Day CLOSED

    Memorial Day CLOSED

    Labor Day CLOSED

    Thanksgiving Day CLOSED

  • Child Watch

    Child Watch Hours

    Monday - Friday 8:45am - 12:00pm Monday - Thursday 4:30pm - 7:30pm Saturday 8:45am - 11:30am
    • Children must wash their hands when coming into the room
    • Please have your child use the restroom before entering
    • No personal items will be allowed to enter the room
    • Cleaning and sanitizing will be done throughout the day
    • Time limit of 1 hr and 30 minutes per visit
    Free for members $5.00 for non-members  

    Supervision of Children

    The YMCA requires that all children under the age of 14 have adult supervision at all times.
  • Rentals

    The YMCA of Mount Vernon offers the community several room rental options. Let us host your next party or gathering. The following list includes available rooms and rates. All rental requests must fill out the following form to get started- Rental Request Form! Rental request must be made at least 2 weeks in advance to ensure proper time to secure staffing.

    Conference Room -

    $25 per hour for members $50 per hour for non members Perfect for business meetings, staff meetings, church groups and general meetings.  

    Sportscenter Rental -

    $75 per hour for members $100 per hour for non members Great for large meetings, birthday parties and family gatherings.