The YMCA is the largest provider of licensed childcare in the valley serving over 3,800 kids daily at 34 sites throughout the Coachella Valley. The Family YMCA of the Desert is the largest provider of licensed childcare in the Coachella Valley in addition to providing many opportunities in youth and family programming. The primary focus of the Y is to reinforce caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility while helping kids to develop social skills, confidence, leadership, and fitness.