Hardin County YMCA one step closer with land gift

The Central Kentucky Community Foundation moved one step closer to their goal of improving health and well-being in Hardin County with Thursday’s transfer of property at 200 Provident Way for the potential construction of a YMCA.

“We’re just excited to tackle this project,” said CKCF President and CEO Davette Swiney. “We know it’s a big undertaking, but the potential impact it has for our community makes it one that I think we’ve just got to buckle down and find a way to make it happen.”

Swiney says as the foundation discussed the needs of the growing community with area leaders, the YMCA was identified as a hub for services and programs benefiting all ages.

“We started exploring whether the time might be right now for YMCA in Hardin County, and thanks to a gift of land and $3 million we’ve got a great start to see if we can make a YMCA come to fruition here,” Swiney said.

The Provident Way property, which will revert back to the county if the facility is not built by the end of 2027, represents a prime location going forward.

“The value of it really is the sweet spot that it’s in for the community in terms of growth right now and development, but also the proximity that puts to the northern end of our county, and the great traffic flow that exists there with Patriot Parkway and Ring Road coming together to make it as accessible as possible even to folks coming from the southern parts,” Swiney said.

Learn more about the YMCA project by contacting the Central Kentucky Community Foundation or visiting their website.