Overview

• The Alief Family YMCA, which has served the community for over 20 years, will close on May 30 following the suspension of federal refugee program funding.
• The YMCA of Greater Houston will implement a 2.7% workforce reduction across its 160 locations to address financial challenges caused by the funding cuts.
• The closure stems from the loss of funding for the New American Initiative, a program supporting refugees and vulnerable populations in Houston.
• Other nonprofits, such as the Houston Food Bank, have also been impacted, with the food bank losing 15% of its funding this month.
• Community leaders and instructors warn the closures and staff reductions will significantly affect low-income families and children relying on affordable programs.