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Everyone has a Y Story. You can help write the next one.
At the Y, we believe that in order to bring about meaningful change, we all need ongoing encouragement. We’re here day in and day out to provide resources needed by the community to address the most pressing social issues – from childhood obesity to graduation rates. But it’s only through the support of the community that we can empower every child, adult and family to achieve healthy, confident and connected lives. Our movement is made up of people of all ages and from every walk of life, all working side-by-side to ensure that everyone, regardless of gender, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. There are stories happening every day at the Y – stories with happy endings. But in order to write the endings of more stories, we need your help. Take look at some Y stories that you’ve helped make happier.
A Purpose Deeper Than Any Pool.
A Summer of Fun. A Lifetime of Memories.
Suzie was 8 years old and couldn’t sleep because she was so excited about going back to Camp Clearwater. Her parents couldn’t sleep for another reason. Suzie’s father had just been diagnosed with cancer, only weeks after her grandmother’s house burned down. Suzie’s mom didn’t sign up her daughter for camp. How could she with everything going on? When the Y’s camp director noticed that Suzie wasn’t signed up, he made a phone call and explained to Suzie’s mom that the We Build People campaign provides help for anyone who needs it. Through We Build People, you’re helping the Y to strengthen our community, so kids like Suzie can make friends for life each summer. Thanks to your support, Suzie got to go to camp and can’t stop talking about plans for next year.
You can help us change lives too. To donate to our We Build People Campaign today, CLICK HERE or you can download our pledge card.
Lessons for Life.
After nearly drowning as a child, Tina Joyner stayed away from all bodies of water. But she wanted to overcome her fear, especially since her children showed an interest in water activities. She enrolled her kids in Y swim lessons, and her husband Earl suggested the whole family take lessons. Tina overcame her fear of the water, through the support of the Y’s aquatics staff, and the whole family learned to swim. Through funds provided by the We Build People campaign, the Joyners were able to receive the financial assistance they needed to participate. The whole experience boosted Tina’s self-esteem and now she’s gone back to school at a local community college, which has been a goal of hers for many years. Earl says, “I can’t thank the Y enough for what they did for us. It’s a real community. We are truly blessed to be a part of the Y!”
Help us Strengthen our community by donating to our We Build People Campaign today. CLICK HERE or you can download our pledge card.
You can help too. Support Healthy Living by donating to our We Build People Campaign today. CLICK HERE or you can download our pledge card.