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The Y is more than just sports for us, it means everything to us.Why give
Countless people know and depend on the YMCA, but the Y is so much more than many people realize. In addition to being the place children learn to swim or adults go for their daily workout, the Y responds to the needs of our community. We’re dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child and teen, improving the community’s health and well-being, and providing support to our neighbors.
As a non-profit, mission-based organization, the Y has a responsibility to reconnect our community, but we can’t do it alone.
Our goal for 2022 is to raise $500,000 to support our financial assistance program, Safety Around Water initiative, Camp Olson, mission program, supervised visitation and exchange program, and much more!
Financial assistance
At the Y, no one is turned away because of financial hardship. We provide access for ALL to participate in our programs and services.
Mission Program
For almost 175 years, the mission of the YMCA has been central and foundational to our work.
Supervised Visitations & Exchanges
Reconnecting families in a positive and healthy environment
Donor Recognition and Impact
Join our community of year-round givers. Pledge your support and tell us when you’d like to make your gift. Monthly, quarterly, and one-time donation schedules are available.
Donors who pledge at least $50 by March 31 will be recognized on our donor wall. Those who pledge $1,000 or more will have their names displayed on a banner inside the Y.
- $20,000 Illuminator: Expands our Safety Around Water program to more schools in the St. Cloud area.
- $10,000 Ambassador: Provides scholarships for 28 families for a year.
- $5,000 Founder: Sends 5 students to the Y’s Camp Olson.
- $2,500 Benefactor: Supports 20 youth membership scholarships for one year.
- $1,000 Champion: Ensures that 50 children enjoy our youth sports including basketball, soccer and more for one month.
- $500: Funds nearly 20 hours of scholarship assistance for a family using our supervised visitation program.
- $250: Ensures that 3 kids can enjoy our summer camp for a week.
- $100: Helps 3 children learn swimming skills during a month of lessons.
“Without the financial assistance, our kids would not be able to live the full lives they are experiencing. The Y allows us to help them explore so many options.”