About

Our Mission Statement

The Channel Islands YMCA is a charitable organization providing programs based upon Christian principles to men women and children of all ages, races, religious beliefs and economic status to develop and enrich the spirit, mind, and body.

Who We Serve

The Channel Islands YMCA is a non-profit association of men, women and children of all ages, races, ethnic groups, economic conditions and religious affiliations serving more than 60,000 individuals each year in the Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties.

Character Counts

At the Santa Barbara Family YMCA, good character and values are an important part of everything we do, from child care to fitness classes to teen programs. By teaching, enforcing, advocating, and modeling the six pillars of character, we build strong kids, strong families, and a strong communities.

Six Pillars of Character Counts:

Caring
Citizenship
Fairness

Respect
Responsibility
Trustworthiness

Board of Managers

Gary Gray, Chair
Laird Riffle, Vice Chair
Daniel Hochman, Past Chair
Danielle Bushar
David Damiano
Fran Finney
Wendy Harding

Michael Jordan
Simon Livingston
Armando Martel
Sean Mason
Vanessa Patterson
Cindy Toohey