The Valley YMCA has been a vital part of the Valley community since 1866 – serving the residents of Ansonia, Derby, Oxford, Seymour, and Shelton. At the Valley YMCA, we build strong kids, strong families, and strong communities.

The Valley Y has a wide variety of programs for the youth in our community. The Y is a leading nonprofit committed to nurturing the potential of youth – serving infants through teens – in a safe environment. Our experienced and caring staff and volunteers model the positive core Y values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility that help build character.

Mailing Address & Phone:

P.O. Box 373

Ansonia, CT 06401
P 203 732 7778
F 203 736 1438
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Child Care Center Address & Phone:

32 Howard Avenue
Ansonia, CT 06401
P 203 732 7778

 

 

Together We Can Make a Difference

earth day day of service stockYMCA Day of Service – Earth Day, April 22

In celebration of Earth Day, the Valley YMCA is offering a volunteer opportunity at the Valley YMCA Child Care Center at 32 Howard Ave in Ansonia. Please contact Stephanie Trcka, Child Care Director, if you would like to lend a helping hand!

Join us as we will be cleaning up the Pine Lot Park at 10am across the street from our child care center on 32 Howard Ave in Ansonia. Dress warm! We will be providing garbage bags, gloves and pickers!

Together we can make a difference.

 


Spring Program Guide

2025 Program Guide SpringIt’s Spring! Discover new ways to connect, grow, and thrive. Meet new families, explore fresh interests, and build valuable skills while finding a deeper sense of fulfillment. Browse our Spring Program Guide and try something new—enroll in a class, learn to swim, sign your child up for summer camp or school-age child care, or embark on a brand-new adventure!

Spring Program Session: April 28-June 22, 2025

Member Registration Starts: April 7

Program Participant Registration Starts: April 14


Healthy Kids Day, April 26, 2025 10am-1pm

2025 HKD Post 1080x1080 5 EFIND YOUR FUN, FIND YOUR Y AT HEALTHY KIDS DAY!

The Valley YMCA is hosting their annual Healthy Kids Day® on Saturday, April 26, from 10am-1pm. This free, open to the public, annual event features a variety of family-friendly activities to encourage healthy kids, healthy families and a healthy start to the summer season. Come and celebrate with us! We’ll have visits and special demonstrations including:

  • Giant tick tack toe
  • Giant checkers
  • Golf
  • A photo booth
  • STEAM activities
  • Arts & crafts
  • A reading school bus
  • and more!

WHEN: April 26

TIME: 10am-1pm

WHERE: Valley YMCA, 32 Howard Avenue, Ansonia


Summer Day Camp

CCCY 2025 Day Camp Brochure Cover Image Several KidsWELCOME TO SUMMER DAY CAMP!

The YMCA believes all kids have great potential and deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. At YMCA day camp kids and teens can develop skills, self-confidence, new friendships and a sense of belonging – all while having tons of fun.

In order to have fun and thrive, kids of all ages need to feel both physically and emotionally safe. When you drop your child off at a camp, you can rest assured that their total well-being will be supported. Safety is always our number one priority! We keep kids healthy and safe while providing enriching experiences. As a leading nonprofit committed to nurturing the potential of youth, the Y has been a leader in providing summer camp for over 130 years. Our experienced and caring staff and volunteers model the positive core Y values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility that help build character.

Learn More: Valley Y 2025 Day Camp Brochure; Valley Y 2025 Day Camp Parent Handbook

Registration Forms: Valley-Y-2025-Day-Camp-Registration-Packet-Fillable

If your child will require special assistance or medicine while at camp, these forms may also be required: Individual Care Plan_Medicine Authorization

Financial assistance is available for families who need it to ensure that all kids in our community can have enriching summer experiences. These forms are required to apply: Financial Assistance Forms

If your child is 14-15 years of age, they may be interested in our Counselor in Training program. In our CIT program, they will receive valuable job interviewing skills, child care training, leadership experience, team building, and problem-solving skills. To apply please fill out the application and contact the Y for an interview. CIT Application Form

Our camp programs fill up fast, so make plans to reserve your spot! 


Celebrate With Us

y birthday stock imageHost Your Next Birthday Party at the Y!

For our birthday parties, a party host will be provided to help parents set up and clean up from the party.

Parties are two hours—You provide the decorations and food, we provide the fun!

WHERE: 32 Howard Ave, Ansonia

Saturdays-1:00 PM —3:00 PM
Sundays– 12:00 PM—2:00 PM

FEE: Members: $150/Program Participants: $200

Max number of guests  is 30people.


Neighbors Help Neighbors

purple food artPurple Pantry Box

“Take what you need, donate what you can.”

The Valley YMCA and the Boys & Girls Club have partnered to bring a Purple Pantry Box to the Valley community.

Purple Pantry Boxes, a volunteer organization based out of Milford, has provided our box and starting stock of pantry items. The boxes remove barriers to get food. Simply walk up to the pantry box, open the door and take what you need and donate what you can. Food provided in the boxes are factory sealed and shelf stable.

You can donate in the box or at the Valley YMCA Child Care Center.


Refer Your Friends to Join the Y!

2023 Member Get A Member Kids GreenWhen a friend you’ve referred joins the Y, we’ll thank you by giving you a FREE membership month.

There’s no limit to how many friends you refer and there’s no limit to how many FREE months you can receive.

Being with friends is always more fun for you and your family.

Take advantage of sharing the Y with your friends today!