WHY THE Y?
The Y partners with school districts across the region to provide accessible before- and after-school programing – including licensed childcare and youth sports – for over 1,000 children daily. Programs are offered on-site at local schools and 1/3 of students receive financial assistance for programs.
WHY NOW?
The COVID-19 pandemic had a dramatic impact on children in our community. Access to educational opportunities decreased along with interactions with peers and adults that are critical to cognitive and emotional development. Hunger and isolation increased, programs and services closed, and historic inequities were brought into the light. All of these issues hurt children.
WHY GIVE?
When you give to the South Sound YMCA, you choose to be part of this critical work. By investing in kids NOW, we have a real and sustained impact on issues like homelessness, addiction, and poverty for decades to come. Investing in strong kids is an investment in our shared future. Your donation is an investment in our shared vision – you are part of something BIG! YOU are fostering STRONG KIDS!
#1
largest provider of childcare in our region
1,480
youth in licensed childcare
1 in 3
people participating in the Y receive financial assistance
117
young scholars gaining tools for success through the Y’s summer school program
2,001
young athletes gain confidence through youth sports
313
individuals employed
$870,000
TO SUPPORT KIDS AND
FAMILIES IN OUR
COMMUNITY THIS YEAR
TOGETHER WE FOSTER STRONG KIDS AND BUILD STRONGER COMMUNITIES
In the Y, we envision a community full of strong kids, who grow into strong adults… who build a strong community. We see a place where a child’s zip code and skin color are no longer predictors of their future health, educational attainment, and financial security. We see a future where all children grow up supported and have the tools and resources needed chart their own path.
DONATE
Thank you for donating to the South Sound YMCA located in Olympia and Shelton. The South Sound YMCA is registered with Washington State’s Charities Program as required by law and additional information is available by calling 800-332-4483 or visiting www.sos.wa.gov/charities.