The Gardena-Carson Family YMCA is an association of people of all ages, ethnic groups and religious affiliations who are united in a common effort to put Judeo-Christian principles into practice and to enrich the quality of spiritual, mental, physical and social life for their families, their communities and themselves.

The Gardena-Carson Family YMCA is the largest not for profit community service organization in the Gardena area. It is an important part of community life in the many neighborhoods it serves.

The Gardena-Carson Family YMCA service area is over 27 square miles and includes the cities of Gardena, with approximately 60,000 residents; Carson, with a population approaching 100,000 and parts of the Harbor Gateway community.

A volunteer board sets policy for its executive director, who manages the operation with a full-time and part-time staff and volunteer leaders. The YMCA meets local needs through organized activities called programs. The Gardena-Carson Family YMCA works to promote strong children and families, good health, a solid community and a better world.