The YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce is calling on the community for support.
The YMCA Strong Communities Campaign is running from Feb 1 – March 31, aiming to raise approximately $20,000 to reach the year-end goal of $100,000.
The Strong Communities Campaign raises funds to support the YMCA’s financial assistance program, which makes the YMCA accessible to everyone regardless of their financial circumstances.
In a news release from the YMCAApril Robinson, manager of communications and fund development, emphasized the need for the financial assistance program.
“In 2022-2023, we provided $83,000 in subsidies, and this fiscal year, we have already exceeded $100,000. The need is growing, with 930 individuals requesting financial assistance in 2023 alone. Donations to the YMCA can be transformative, serving as a turning point in someone’s life,” stated Robinson in the news release.
As the fiscal year draws to a close, the YMCA urges the community to stand together and make a difference. As a charity, the YMCA is an integral part of the community, and financial support from local residents is crucial.
Businesses or individuals seeking to make a significant impact can participate in the Strong Communities Challenge by pledging $1,200 annually to provide membership access to the YMCA Health, Fitness and Aquatics Centre for a family in need. A pledge of $1,200 per year for a three-year term can provide a family with the enduring health benefits of swimming, sports, fitness, family-focused activities, and quality time together.
Throughout the campaign, the YMCA will be sharing stories from members, volunteers and staff that demonstrate how donations create positive transformations in the lives of individuals within our community. Follow the YMCA on social media (@YMCAOSGB) to read the stories.
To contribute, donations can be made securely online at the website here by clicking the ‘donate now’ button in the top right corner, in person at the YMCA Health, Fitness and; Aquatics Welcome Desk, or by mailing a cheque to 700 10th Street East, Owen Sound, ON, N4K 0C6, payable to YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce.
More information about the Strong Communities Campaign is available online here.
