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Annual
Campaign - the heat of YMCA's ability to serve EVERYONE...
YMCA ANNUAL CAMPAIGN
The
YMCA has a colorful history of developing programs to enrich the
lives of kids, families, and the communities. When some are left
out, because they cannot afford the reasonable fees the Y must charge,
all of us are a little poorer.
Providing
kids and families a safe and nurturing place to go, benefits everyone.
Introducing kids to experiences that will help them grow into responsible
adults makes the community a better place to live.
One
child at a time - One family at a time.
Membership
and fees at the West San Gabriel YMCA do not cover all costs to
provide programs. To ensure that no one is denied a chance to participate,
the YMCA goes to the community the first few months of each year
and asks for help.
This
annual Strong Kids Campaign seeks contributions from past and new
supporters in the community for the YMCA's Financial Assistance
Program. Funds from this effort are also used to support tried and
true Y program and to develop programs to meet emerging community
need.
Members
are encouraged to do a little more - join hands for a great result
and HUGE impact on what the YMCA can do for ALL members and participants.
This
will make possible more effective programs to meet the needs of
youth, adults and families, and to provide opportunities for self-improvement
and self-expression.
Together
we can spring our YMCA forward to greater service and program...be
a part of the solution!!
Please
get involved and help the YMCA help the kids by calling any Board
Member, the CEO, or Committee Member.
Here
is a sample of programming your contribution supports.
- The Y has served the cities of Alhambra, Monterey Park, Rosemead
and San Gabriel since 1927 with countless programs including aquatics,
childcare, camp, and health & fitness activities.
- The Y has provided services for people of all cultures and ages.
- KidZone - New program for middle school youth that emphasizes
tutoring and project based learning.
- Camp Ta Ta Pochon - in 2005 over 2,300 kids and families visited
Camp in 2005. for many this was the one time that they had the
chance to get out of the big city and be adsorbed by the beauty
of the Mountains - good food too!
- Regular Fitness for 500 seniors and 4000 fitness/pool uses by
those with arthritis that not only find the exercise beneficial
to their ability to get around and stay independent longer but
also a home away form home with the best of friends.
- Over 500 teens from 5 high schools learning the benefits of
leading and team play and of community service and "give
back" obligation of all good citizens.
- 11,250 Swim lessons - and over 90,000 users of the pool over
the year too!
- Quality after school programs for 60 families every week - 100
families during the summer.
The
Annual Campaign
- Civic and community leaders from the four cities have been challenged
by the Y to raise a total of $61,765.
- The funds will allow the Y to continue to provide their their
current programs, provide financial assistance to keep services
affordable for low-income families, and developed new programs
to meet the growing needs of its diverse community.
- 93 cents of every dollar raised will be used to service all
four cities.
How
to Get Involved
- Join the leaders
of Alhambra, Monterey Park, Rosemead, and San Gabriel in supporting
the Y's efforts to provide high-quality programs for families,
youth, and seniors.
- Donations are tax-deductible
- In-kind donations
and volunteers are always appreciated
- For more information
on how you can get involved or make a donation, please contact:
Arthur Narvaez
General
Director & CEO
401
E. Corto St., Alhambra, CA 91801
Telephone:
(626) 576.0226, Fax:
(626) 576-1351
email : wsgv.ymca@gmail.com
last updated 03-01-07
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