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YMCA reports membership growth, program expansion and a 25% drop in operational grants

Le Mars City Council · February 3, 2026
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Summary

YMCA presenter reported membership growth to the '800s' (Dec. 15 snapshot), rising after-school participation, licensing and reimbursement constraints under state rules, and a roughly 25% decrease in operational grants last year that reduced revenue.

A YMCA representative, Jackie, delivered the organization's annual recap to council, highlighting membership growth, program trends and reduced grant support that affected operations.

Jackie said membership has risen substantially over the past three years, from about 600 when she started to the 'in the 800s' figure on a Dec. 15 snapshot. She cautioned that the snapshot date matters because membership numbers fluctuate day to day and include staff who receive free memberships and…

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