As a leading non-profit organization, the Y serves the Rapid City by building healthier families, empowering youth and fostering inclusive communities. At the Y, we ensure that everyone regardless of age, income, or background has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive regardless of ability to pay. We work hard each day to make a difference in the lives of those in our community through programs that impact our area’s youth, families, and older adults.
Join us in making an impact in our community.
The YMCA of Rapid City is comprised of four branches and has served the community for 75 years.
- Branches in Box Elder, Custer, Edgemont & Rapid City
- 5 Early Learning Sites
- 11 Afterschool Sites
- 3 Summer Day Camps
- 1 Teen Outreach Center
Invest in community. Change lives.
When you give to the YMCA of Rapid City, you’re doing more than making a donation — you’re creating opportunities. Every dollar helps provide youth programs, family support, health and wellness services, and access to safe, inclusive spaces for all. Your generosity ensures that no one is turned away due to financial need, and strengthens the heart of our community. Be a part of something bigger — help us build a stronger, healthier Black Hills for generations to come.
The YMCA Annual Campaign is your chance to make a lasting impact right here, right now. Your gift helps ensure that kids can attend camp, families can access wellness programs, and individuals of all ages have a safe place to belong — regardless of income. Every donation goes directly to support local programs and scholarships, opening doors and changing lives. Join us in building a stronger, healthier, more connected community — one gift at a time.
If you are 70.5 or older, giving from your IRA can help reduce your taxable income — and for those over 73 who must take a Required Minimum Distribution (RMD), an IRA gift is a simple way to fulfill it! By using the link below to give from your IRA, you can auto-complete your paperwork and we can track your gift to send you the proper tax receipts.
Donating stocks allows you to avoid capital gains tax and often take a charitable deduction for the full value of the asset. Use this tool to donate stock so we can track your gift, send you the correct receipt, and ensure you can get the tax savings you deserve. If you would prefer to make your donation through your broker, access our transfer information from the link above to notify the YMCA of Rapid City of your gift.
Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) are investment accounts for the sole purpose of supporting charitable organizations today. This tool automatically links with your DAF, allows you to recommend how you’d like your gift to be used and notifies the YMCA of Rapid City of your intentions. Using the link below to grant from your DAF also saves us a lot of time, so thank you! It’s a great way to ensure consistent financial support while saving cash for immediate needs.
Thank you for believing in the Y.
Thanks to you, our generous donors, we are able to fulfill this mission through low-cost programs and provide direct financial assistance for families in need. One hundred percent of all dollars donated are invested into programs serving childrens, families, and seniors in our community. These programs, and your support, are vital to our community’s success. Together, we can make a lasting impact in our area and ensure meaningful change that strengthens our community.
