Western Regional YMCA
Membership
Members are the YMCA. Join a branch, choose your wing and serve with your Time, Talent and Treasure.
Blossoms, Stewards and Vanguards
Every member belongs to one of three wings.
Blossoms
Wing description
Age band to confirm
Stewards
Wing description
Age band to confirm
Vanguards
Wing description
Age band to confirm
Eligibility and dues
Membership is open to anyone who accepts the aims of the YMCA. Applicants under 18 need a parent or guardian's consent.
| Wing | Eligibility | Annual dues |
|---|---|---|
| Blossoms | to confirm | GH₵ to confirm |
| Stewards | to confirm | GH₵ to confirm |
| Vanguards | to confirm | GH₵ to confirm |
Dues are paid to your branch and are separate from Treasure donations.
Benefits and responsibilities
- Belong to a branch and take part in its activities
- Vote and stand for office rules
- Earn Service Medals
- Pay annual dues and attend orientation
- Serve with your Time, Talent and Treasure
Time, Talent and Treasure
How members contribute, recorded by the branch and verified by the Membership Committee.
Time
Hours given to programmes, branch work and community service.
Talent
Skills shared: teaching, coaching, trades, music, administration.
Treasure
Gifts of money or materials, confirmed by the Treasurer.
Service Medals
Medals recognise sustained contributions. Contributions are confirmed by the supervising officer, verified by the Membership Committee and filed by the Branch Secretary.
Medal levels and thresholds approved medal rules
How to join
- 01
Choose your branch
Pick the branch nearest you or where you worship, study or work.
- 02
Apply online
Your application goes straight to that branch.
- 03
Hear from the branch
You get an acknowledgement and next steps, including dues.
- 04
Attend orientation
Meet members, learn the handbook and join your wing.