Brockville and Area YMCA

Philanthropy

Philanthropy

Philanthropy is fundamental to the YMCA of Brockville and Area.  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 YMCA of Brockville and Area 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 YMCA of Brockville and Area due to the inability to pay.

Commitment to Donors

At the YMCA of Brockville and Area, 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.

Annual Giving Campaigns

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 Association Services at your YMCA of

Brockville and Area. 

 

"2011 Annual Giving Campaign:  The Power of Giving"

Financial Assistance at the YMCA of Brockville and Area in 2011

Our Goal: To raise $150,000 to support Financial Assistance and camperships

The Need

In 2010, with support from our Financial Assistance program, 1,235 individuals accessed this YMCA's facilities and programs. They made the financial contribution they could afford - we subsidized the rest. In addition, we granted close to 550 weeks of camperships to children whose families cannot afford to pay full fees. Over $62,000 were allocated to camperships in 2010. Nearly $400,000 in assistance was granted to our communities by your YMCA.

Outlook for 2011

As we welcome our 5,000th. member early in the year, we can anticipate our numbers will continue to grow. Specifically, we expect the number of financially assisted individuals will rise to over 1,400 in 2011. Considering that

• Rates of inactivity are 1/3 higher among Lanark, Leeds and Grenville residents
• Income and social status are recognized as the most important determinants of health
• 59.9% of Lanark, Leeds and Grenville residents are overweight or obese
• There is a 10.6% incidence of low income amongst Brockvillians, compared to 7.0% for Leeds and Grenville, and 6.6% for the South East region in Ontario
• Unemployment rate in Brockville stands at 5%; Leeds and Grenville's rate: 4%
• Nearly 50% of poor families in Leeds and Grenville consider high cost the reason for not participating in recreation
• Support for our campership fund has decreased by $13,000 for 2011

Our directive is clear - we must engage the community to help us support those who cannot afford to choose healthy lifestyles or day camps for their children. The benefits to the community are countless. Healthier adults and children contributing to the growth of the place they call home.

"It's an honour to work with such a dynamic team to ensure everyone can access the "Y". ~ Mary Jean & Ian McFall ~

"In 2010, with support from our Financial Assistance program, 1,235 individuals accessed the YMCA of Brockville and Area's facilities and programs by making the financial contribution they could afford to make. In addition, over 550 weeks of campership were granted to families to ensure their children could have the day camp experience during the summer school break. A total of $69,000 was granted in camperships, and yet, our sources of support for camperships have diminished. The total value of our support to our communities neared $400,000 in 2010. We foresee the demand for our financial assistance to increase in 2011, and expect approximately 1,400 individuals to be in need of this support. Our effort to garner your support on behalf of these individuals and families is more important than ever in our past."

 

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A Photo Gallery of our 2011 Annual Giving Campaign

The Power of Giving Finale Luncheon

                   

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 YMCA of Brockville and Area is proud to be affiliated with the United Way of Leeds and Grenville. The YMCA of Brockville and Area 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 YMCA of Brockville and Area 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 YMCA of Brockville and Area 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

 

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