Every Kid's a Y Kid!

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Rae's story
Rae joined the Four Rivers Area Family YMCA to get in shape and better her health. “Since my doctor recommended that I do exercise for my arthritis as well as for controlling my weight, I have been ‘doing’ the Y thing,” she says. “My weight is down and my energy level is through the roof. Thank you for your help!”

Because of the generous gifts of our Partner donors, Rae and so many others in our community are able to participate in activities at the YMCA. And all are made to feel valued and welcome. “The facility is always clean and the employees seem to never have an off day,” comments Rae. “That makes the effort so much more pleasant. Thanks again.”

Everyone’s a Y kid, from the active older adults in aquatics class, to the youngest member of Mommy & Me gymnastics. And they all find what they need at the YMCA—a place to belong, friends who care, the opportunity to learn and grow in a safe environment.

The YMCA mission is at the heart of all of our programs: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirits, minds and bodies for all. We can only live up to our mission, and truly serve all who need us, with the help of committed and generous donors like you who give to the YMCA Partner Campaign. Your help ensures that no one, of any age, race, gender or ability, will ever be turned away from a YMCA program because they can’t afford it. Your help ensures that every kid can be a Y kid. Please consider a gift today.

How does my gift help?

• $1,000
  Enables a child or adult with disabilities to participate in YMCA programs with extra support through the Inclusion Services program, where they discover their own strength and build self esteem.
• $250
  Helps a teen build leadership skills and self-esteem in the YMCA Teen Leaders Club, where they will participate in community service projects and teambuilding activities.
• $100
  Helps cover the cost of safe, quality care for a child in one of the YMCA’s many preschool, child care or day camp programs, ensuring that no child is home alone.
• $50
  Provides Arthritis Aquatics classes for an older adult, increasing mobility and offering fun and fellowship.

For more information, please contact Lisa Roth at the YMCA of Greater St. Louis, (314) 436-1177, or your local YMCA branch.