Announcing Jason Rodriguez as New Chief Executive Officer

The Yonkers Family YMCA is thrilled to announce the appointment of Jason Rodriguez as its new Chief Executive Officer.

“We are incredibly excited to welcome Jason Rodriguez to the Yonkers YMCA,” said Emily Ramos, Chair of the Yonkers Family YMCA Board of Directors. “Jason’s experience, passion for community service, and commitment to advancing equity align perfectly with our mission. His leadership will help position the Y to continue making a significant impact in Yonkers, as we deepen our reach and continue to be a trusted community resource for all.”

Rodriguez brings over a decade of experience in nonprofit leadership, social services, and community development. His most recent role was Associate Executive Director of Business Operations & Strategy at the Manny Cantor Center in Manhattan, where he was responsible for overseeing an $18 million budget, driving operational improvements, and fostering a culture of equity, inclusion, and social justice.

Rodriguez’s extensive background in organizational leadership, financial management, and program development positions him perfectly to lead the Yonkers Family YMCA into its next phase of growth and community impact. With a deep commitment to serving diverse communities, Rodriguez is excited to build on the Y’s legacy of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility in Yonkers.

“I am beyond honored to step into the role of CEO at the Yonkers Family YMCA,” said Jason Rodriguez. “The Y’s mission has always called to my spirit, particularly its dedication to nurturing the potential of every child and family. As someone raised by a single mother in a community that faced many challenges, I understand the vital role organizations like the Y play in fostering hope and opportunity. I look forward to working with the board, staff, and community to create lasting, transformational change in Yonkers.”

Jason’s appointment comes at a pivotal time for the Yonkers Family YMCA as it prepares to embark on significant capital improvements and expanded programming to meet the growing needs of the Yonkers community.

Under Rodriguez’s leadership, the Yonkers Family YMCA will continue its focus on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility while exploring new opportunities to serve the community, including strengthening partnerships and addressing critical issues like food security, violence prevention, and affordable housing.

Rodriguez will begin his Y career officially on November 4, 2024.