YMCA’s Move to Give raises $137,000
SIMCOE-MUSKOKA — Sunny, way cool and way over target.
That was April 7 when more than 1,650 people were motivated to Move to Give in support of the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka.
With the help of YMCA child care centres and school age programs across Simcoe/Muskoka, the event raised $137,000, exceeding its goal of $100,000.
“Our Y provides financial assistance to over 15,000 deserving kids, adults and families every year and the need continues to increase. Fundraising is a critical component in our ability to offer essential YMCA services to more and more people in our community,” said the Y’s Brian Shelley, vice president, philanthropy, brand and community development.
“The result of this year’s Move to Give fundraising event is truly extraordinary. Once again our community, sponsors, volunteers and employees have shown incredible kindness and generosity, helping us exceed our fundraising goal.”
Each year Move to Give sets out to raise the necessary funds to support the growing needs of the communities served across Simcoe County, Muskoka and Parry Sound.
On April 7, the event took place simultaneously in eight YMCAs within our region: Barrie, Collingwood, Wasaga Beach, Gravenhurst, Innisfil, Midland, Orillia and Parry Sound and at 78 YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka child care centres on March 7.
From running 5km to massive indoor cycling sessions, triathlons, swimming challenges, fire truck pulls and more— participants challenged themselves physically while at the same time, gave back to their community.
“We are more than just a gym. We are a community hub that provides essential services in the areas that we serve. From developing health initiatives that target heart disease, childhood obesity and other chronic diseases to improving literacy and social isolation, the money raised through Move to Give directly translates into more YMCA resources in our community,” said Shelley.
“We owe a big thank you to our community and donors for supporting us and allowing us to continue to invest in the health and wellbeing of our community.”
Proceeds from this event will help support children, youth and families access quality YMCA programs and services including – health, fitness and recreation programs, education, child care, employment and training programs, camp and outdoor skills, leadership and volunteer development.
Some of the money also goes to help offset Y users who can’t afford to pay the full cost of the programs and are eligible for sliding fee coverage.
Thank you to this year’s Community Builder Sponsors:
Collingwood Dental Centre
Parkbridge Lifestyle Communities
Push Promotional Products & Design Inc.
Their commitment to helping build healthier communities is sincerely appreciated.
To learn more about how to support the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka, please visit www.GiveToTheY.ca.
About the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka
The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is a charity dedicated to building healthy communities. We are committed to nurturing the potential of children, youth and families, promoting healthy living and fostering social responsibility within the community. We serve 1 in 5 people throughout Simcoe County and District of Parry Sound and Muskoka. In keeping with our commitment to inclusiveness and accessibility, the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka offers financial assistance to those unable to afford program fees, including thousands of children and youth who experience YMCA camps and programs each year. For more information, please visit www.ymcaofsimcoemuskoka.ca
