Providing Access to Nutritious Food

At the YMCA of Madison County, we work year-round to address child hunger and food insecurity. The Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) is a federal program. It provides reimbursements for meals and snacks. We distribute those meals and snacks to eligible children in our daycare and afterschool care programs.

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Food Insecurity Demands Our Attention

In a recent blog post, YMCA of the USA President & CEO Suzanne McCormick explains why the Y's summer food programs are so critical and why food insecurity in the U.S. demands our ongoing attention and action.

Meals For Children

We offer meals and snacks for kids through our Elwood and Alexandria branches.

Before & After School Programs

Meals are provided in our Before & After School Programs.

Child Care Programs

Children in child care and camps at the Madison County YMCA are provided meals.

By the Numbers

Both locations fed a total of 12,036 meals to children in 2023.

Become a Member

The YMCA of Madison County is where you can be, belong and become. Joining is easy with no contracts, FREE weekly classes, access to any Y across the nation, and more.

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Need Financial Assistance?

We never turn anyone away due to their inability to pay. If you need financial assistance please fill out our packet and return it to the YMCA front desk.

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Volunteer

Share your time and talent at the Y. You can make a difference by mentoring young people, coaching sports teams, greeting members at the front desk and more.

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