The Dallas YMCA’s mission has always been rooted in serving community needs—and as North Texas evolves, so must our spaces. The remarkable population growth and economic shifts of the past decade have illuminated a clear truth: in order to meet the moment and prepare for tomorrow, we must invest boldly in the places where community happens.
In 2018, the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas launched a strategic planning initiative, partnering with a third-party firm to assess how our facilities and geographic reach aligned with emerging needs. That work became the foundation for a renewed commitment to capital development—transforming and expanding our existing branches to better serve our communities today and into the future.
Since then, we've embraced a forward-looking capital strategy that deepen our commitment to our existing communities and expand our reach geographically to positively impact the people we serve daily, and North Texas as a whole.
Our capital efforts are powered by a belief in the long-term impact of place. Whether it’s revitalizing a beloved neighborhood Y or expanding our spaces to serve more families, each project strengthens our ability to meet the needs of the communities we serve.
We invite you to explore the capital projects that are shaping the future of the Y—and to be part of building something enduring.
Waxahachie Family YMCA
Today, Waxahachie is booming, with an average of 130 new residents per month in 2023. By 2030, Waxahachie is expected to have a population of more than 60,000. As our community grows, so does the demand for more programs and services at our Y, and we have a bold vision to help meet the needs of our community.
With that in mind, Waxahachie Family YMCA has launched a $3,700,000 dollar capital campaign to renovate and expand the current building. The renovation and expansion will allow the Y to be able to double our membership to 14,000 and grow our programs four-fold.
Camp Grady Spruce
Camp Grady Spruce is YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas’ flagship camp. For 75 years, young people have come to YMCA Camp Grady Spruce to connect with nature, practice independence, find belonging, develop confidence, and become leaders. Families, schools, and community organizations are drawn to YMCA Camp Grady Spruce to help children grow into resilient adults.
The YMCA has launched a $5.4 million capital campaign as Phase I of a $10.2 million campaign to renovate and expand our facilities at YMCA Camp Grady Spruce.
These enhancements will include:
- New Ray Bean Cabins
- Ray Bean Dining Hall Renovations
- New Welcome Center
J.E.R. Chilton YMCA at Rockwall
For over 50 years, the J.E.R. Chilton YMCA has been an invaluable resource to Rockwall residents, making fitness, swimming lessons, youth sports, and out-of-school activities accessible for all.
Rapid population growth here in Rockwall has outpaced our current Y programming capacity, highlighting the need for expansion. The J.E.R. Chilton YMCA at Rockwall has launched a $5,200,000 M capital campaign to renovate and expand our current building, to best serve the needs of our community.
Recently Completed Projects
Park South Family YMCA
Lake Highlands Family YMCA
Semones Family YMCA
North Texas Is Growing
By 2030, North Texas is projected to be the third largest metro region in the United States, changing places with Chicago. This tremendous growth comes with opportunities and challenges.
Meet Elise Back
In 2023, the Dallas Y brought on Chief Growth Officer, Elise Back, to form new partnerships with local municipalities with a goal of making the Y's presence felt across North Texas, in places its never been experienced before.