YMCA of Frederick County

Financial Assistance Process

Step One—DSS: Families with financial need must first apply to the Department of Social Services at 301-631-2687 for either Purchase of Care (POC) or Work-Care II assistance.

Step Two—YMCA: Families who do not qualify for DSS programs may apply for YMCA financial aid

A DSS denial letter must accompany YMCA application.

Download a financial aid application, or pick one up at the YMCA front desk. Please allow 2-4 weeks for processing completed applications. For more details, please call 301-663-5131 x 1227.

Become a Member

To become a YMCA member, just stop by the front desk of our main building at 1000 North Market Street in Frederick. We’ll take care of everything.

Membership Types

	Joining Fee	Monthly Bank Draft
Family or Household	$100	$76
60+ Family or Household	$90	$66
Youth Ages 5-13	$25	$17
High School	$25	$23
College (Enrolled for at least 9 credit hours)	$40	$29
Adult	$100	$48
Senior (60+)	$90	$42

Payment Options include Monthly Bank Draft or Annual.

Review our membership policies.

Financial Assistance

The YMCA wants to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to participate in our programs and enjoy the facilities and services. Financial assistance
is available for memberships, child care, and summer camp programs for individuals and families with financial need. Funds for financial assistance are made available through the generous contributions of friends to the YMCA through the Annual Campaign for Kids, Annual Golf Tournamentand Silent Auction, and our endowment funds. Applications may be picked up at the Member Services desk or by calling the YMCA. Please allow 2-4 weeks for processing completed applications. For more details please call the YMCA at 301-663-5131 ext. 1227