Brockville and Area YMCA
Philanthropy
Philanthropy
Philanthropy is fundamental to the Brockville and Area YMCA. As an independent charitable, not for profit organization, we depend on volunteer time and/or financial support from our members, the community at large and the business community in Brockville and Area. Our Mission Statement directs us to be open to all, regardless of circumstance, including a lack of ability to pay full fees.
Through the generosity of our donors, the Brockville and Area YMCA can provide financial assistance to those individuals and families who are willing but unable to afford full fees for programs and services available through their "Y". Yearly, approximately 967 individuals of all ages, including hundreds children and youth, have access to the Brockville and Area YMCA through our Financial Assistance program. No one, absolutely no one, is denied access to their Brockville and Area YMCA due to the inability to pay.
At the Brockville and Area YMCA, we believe that:
- Donors are the cornerstone of our future and our community's future
- The wishes of donors must always take precedence over all others
- Everyone within the YMCA community understands and cherishes our trusted relationship with donors
Building on these beliefs, our staff, volunteers, participants, and community partners are committed to ensuring that:
- Donors always have final say over how we use their contributions
- We ask donors in advance for their consent to change how we use their contributions
- We treat donors respectfully and with gratitude for their generosity and support
- We carefully manage all fundraising costs to ensure maximum benefit to our community
- We provide timely reports on how we use the funds we collect to ensure transparent management of all contributions
- We ensure the accuracy of all communication materials to confirm they correctly reflect our mission
- We provide receipts as required and when requested
- The YMCA and its related constituents never disclose privileged or confidential information to unauthorized parties
We adhere to the letter and spirit of all aspects of confidentiality laws.
Funds raised during our Annual Giving Campaigns are directed to our Financial Assistance program each year, which includes camperships that allow hundreds of children and youth to attend day camps and overnight camps during the school break in the summer months.
Our Annual Giving Campaigns are held during the months of May and June each year. Usually, 7 weeks are chosen as the ‘Campaign’ weeks. During that period of time, a most enthusiastic team of volunteers, seeks financial support throughout the community in order to achieve the goal set out for that specific year. If you would like to be a part of this volunteer team, or would like to make a donation to the campaign, you may contact
Sandra Devaney, Senior Director of Development and Communications at your Brockville and Area YMCA.
"2010 Annual Giving Campaign: The Power of Giving"
Financial Assistance at the Brockville and Area YMCA in 2009
With help from our Financial Assistance programs, 967 individuals of all ages and walks of life, accessed the Brockville and Area YMCA facilities, programs and services, even though they could not afford to pay the full fees. As well, 25 community agencies provided 96 of their clients with this access through partnerships with the YMCA. In addition, hundreds of children attended summer day camps with this assistance.With your donation, you are helping your YMCA continue to provide this assistance and support to hundreds of adults, seniors and youth.
On behalf of the hundreds of individuals of all ages and all walks of life who benefit from this support, we thank our donors, supporters and partners for their commitment to the work our YMCA performs in an effort to build strong kids, strong families, and strong communities.
Annual Giving Campaign May 2010 Calendar of Events
Annual Giving Campaign June 2010 Calendar of Events
The team launching the 2010 campaign Ian & Mary Jean Mc Fall, Co-Chairs of the
at our 'Launching Social' . Campaign, ready to lead the team.
A Photo Gallery of our 2010 Annual Giving Campaign
On May 27th Boston Pizza hosted a Celebration Event for the 2010 Annual Giving Campaign: The Power of Giving. Those that attended included Committee Volunteers, Donors, Members, Friends & Staff. |
On May 26th, we enjoyed a South African Lunch of Bobotie served with Rice and Garnishes with a wonderful Carrot Cake for dessert. |
On May 26th a Family BBQ sponsored by Peter & Wendy Dunn took place at the Y. Peter & Wendy BBQ'd Sausages, Hot Dogs and Hamburgers and served a large variety of desserts. |
On May 18th, The Annual Giving Campaign Team met for their Interim Breakfast Meeting. |
On May 15th the Brockville Karate Club hosted a the 2nd Annual Martial Arts Competition. Proceeds of over $2,000 was donated to the Annual Giving Campaign. (In photo: Sandra with Sensei Bill Williams). |
On May 19th, Fulford Academy served a wonderful meal of Chicken Bulgogi, Vegetarian Sushi Rice Salad with Key Lime Pie for dessert. |
On May 5th the May Court Club of Brockville presented their cheque in the amount of $8,000 for our 2010 Annual Giving Campaign. |
On May 11th the Health Fitness and Recreation Department hosted a Spagehtti Supper.(L-R: Ruth M., Jayme, Brenda, Tony & Ruth V.) |
On May 4th Child Care provided a Pizza Supper at the YMCA. Sponsored by Pizza Hut. |
On May 5th YMCA staff prepared Barbequed Sausages & Burgers . The lunch was sponsored by ValuMart. |
Burnbrae Farms Limited presented a cheque for $3000 at the Kick Off Breakfast on May 3rd. |
The Hudson Burnbrae Foundation donated an additional $1000. |
On April 28th, Carolyn's Beauties cooked a wonderful lunch of Chicken and Dressing served with Coleslaw, Vegetables & homemade Dessert |
On May 3rd, Burnbrae Farms Limited began our 2010 Annual Giving Campaign with a "Kick Off" Breakfast! |
On April 14th, Girls Inc. cooked and served a wonderful lunch of Pulled Pork on a Bun with Coleslaw and homemade Lemon Meringue Pie. (L-R) Sueling Ching, CEO, Lesley Hubbard, Candy Burkitt, Sandra Devaney, JoAnne Sytsma (Front) Karen McDonald-Hurley |
On April 21st, Art Cowan prepared a delicious Chili. The meal was served with fresh tomatoes, cucumbers & onions as well as a dessert. |
On March 31st, RipNETcelebrated their Sweet 16, by preparing and serving lunch for over 260 people! They served Asian Noodle Salad with Maple Infused Chicken and homemade Maple Desserts. Pictured are some of the RipNET staff (Front Row L-R) Sandra Devaney, James Wilson, Denise Grant & Cheryl Johnson (Back Row L-R) Matt & Kingsley Grant |
On April 7th, Krista Gill of Big Brothers, Big Sisters and Todd Gill with the Brockville Braves Team, barbequed and served Hamburgers, homemade Coleslaw and homemade Cookies. |
On March 17th, Celebrating St. Patrick's Day, those lucky enough to attend were treated to Cabbage Rolls with Green Salad & Dessert. (Front L-R) Colleen O'Connell, Dave Cybulski (Back L-R) Sueling Ching, CEO, & Bill Williams |
On March 24th, the HFR Team hosted a BBQ. They served Hamburgers & Hot Dogs, Salads & Desserts |
On March 3rd Carolyn's Beauties (a group of 12 lovely women) prepared and served two wonderful soups- Beef & Barley and Split Pea Curry with Homemade Coleslaw and Homemade Desserts. |
On March 10th Emergency Services Staff were on hand to prepare and serve Sloppy Joes, Salad & Dessert. (Front L-R) Tanya Sinclair, EMS. Theresa Baker, EMS, Craig Mason, Brockville Firefighter (Back L-R) Greg Clements, Brockville Firefighter & Paul Barkley, OPP |
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On February 17th (L-R) Gidget assisted Joy Jones, Lori Johnston & Ruth Johnston as they served Ham & Cheese Quiche with Salad and homemade Cheesecake. |
On February 24th (L-R) Ruth Van Rooijen & Jeannie Davies prepared and served a Chicken & Pasta Casserole, with Salad and Dessert. |
On February 3rd, (L-R) Cindy, Steve & Thomas Smith, Served a wonderful Spaghetti lunch with Salad and Friendship Cake |
On February 10th, (L-R) Carolyn & Jayme Porter, cooked and served Linguini with a homemade Ragu Sauce served with Salad and Dessert. |
On January 13th, (L-R) Sandra Devaney with Mary Mansworth began the 2010 lunches with Moroccan Red Lentil & Minestrone Soups. Cheese Corn Bread was prepared by Judy Blanchard (not in photo.) |
On January 27th, (L-R) Cathy Reid,
Karen McDonald-Hurley and JoAnne Sytsma cooked & served a delicious lunch of Turkey Pot Pie, Salad,& Sticky Toffee Pudding (R) Gidget a Y Volunteer, assisted. |
Camperships
Camperships are available each year for children and youth whose families cannot afford the full fee for day camps and overnight camps. Campership Forms are available at the Brockville and Area YMCA's Front Desk. A meeting must be scheduled to review the filled Campership Form. To make an appointment for a campership, please call your Brockville and Area YMCA at 613-342-7961.
Our Campers having fun
and enjoying camp!
United Way
The Brockville and Area YMCA is proud to be affiliated with the United Way of Leeds and Grenville. The Brockville and Area YMCA is one of 24 local agencies in Leeds and Grenville to receive financial support from the United Way of Leeds and Grenville. This support is used to make camperships available, to make Youth Night accessible, and to provide support for preschoolers who require one-on-one assistance in order to participate in our programs. Click here to link with the United Way of Leeds and Grenville.
May Court Club of Brockville
The Brockville and Area YMCA is proud to have the May Court Club of Brockville as one of their supporters. The May Court Club of Brockville, a registered charitable organization, with a diverse and dedicated group of women who actively volunteer their time by providing both service and financial assistance to those in need. For more information click here to view the May Court Club of Brockville website .
Corporate Wellness Program
The Brockville and Area YMCA would like to welcome the following businesses and their employees to our Corporate Wellness Program.
Giant Tiger www.gianttiger.com
Sherwood Park Manor www.sherwoodparkmanor.com
3 M Canada www.3m.com
Tim Horton's Prescott www.timhortons.com
Trillium Health Care Mfg. www.trilliumhealthcare.com