About Us

The YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg is a not-for-profit, charitable organization dedicated to developing spirit, mind and body. Based on Judeo-Christian principles, YMCA facilities are open to all people regardless of religion, race, income, age, ability, or gender.

Since 1920, the YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg has helped people in our community and has met the ever-changing needs of children, families, and our surrounding communities.  Our commitment to living our charitable mission each day keeps us strong and focused.

Our Mission

To put Judeo-Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body.

Our Vision

Our commitment to our mission is exemplified by embracing these organizational values that set us apart as the preeminent family service organization in the community.

Integrity, Strengthening Families, Respect, Compassion, Welfare

Our Values

The YMCA incorporates its core values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility, and faith in its policies, programs, and partnerships.

Our Financial Assistance

The YMCA offers partial subsidies for those in need. We will turn no one away for the inability to pay, where need is demonstrated. See the Member Services Center to apply for Scholarship Assistance.


Board of Directors

Key Staff
Resource & Service Center
David W. Jezek
President/Chief Executive Officer
Mark Popp
Chief Financial Officer
Kathleen Peters
Financial Development Director
LeeAnn Fox
Human Resources Director
Jamie Toennies
Grants Manager
Ashley Zarle
Community Relations Director
Yvonne Fabian
Marketing Director
Robert Smith
Information Technology Manager
Susan Biszewski-Eber
Middle School Programs Director

Child Care
Sharon Carie
Vice President
Jason Guerra
Executive Director
Barbara Altstaetter
Quality Assurance Director
Jacob Ayala
YMCA READS! Coordinator
Jim & Heather Gills YMCA
Dorothy Barrell
Executive Director

Greta Krieg
Member Service Manager

Lynn Morris
Business Manager
Heidi Arft
Aquatics Director
Joe Fabrizio
Fitness/Wellness Director
Gene O'Dell
Maintenance Director
Trinette Cason
Program Director
Stephanie Bixler
Interim Sports Director
Susan Nordike
Scholarship Assistance Coordinator

Harbordale YMCA
Elena Stowers
Executive Director