This holiday season, you’re invited to celebrate the 12 Days of Giving with the Y! From DECEMBER 13 THROUGH THE 24, we are sharing ways you can donate to help others “Find Their Y” and create a stronger, healthier community. 

Celebrating the 12 Days of Giving with the Y?

Please consider donating an experience to or getting involved in any of the 12 causes below. It’s an opportunity to give back to the community and support the causes that matter to you.

Day 1 | Find Your Confidence

Each year the Y teaches children and adults to swim. This helps them find their CONFIDENCE, teaches a lifelong skill introducing them to lifelong fun and be safe around water. The cost of swim lessons should never be a barrier to learning this essential skill. 

Day 2 | Find Your Adventure

Summer is a time for kids to explore new things and expand the limits of their imagination. Having a blast with new friends at summer day camp, children found their ADVENTURE with the Y this year. 

Day 4 | Find Your Activity

To be our best selves, we need to take care of our whole selves. At the Y we have group exercise classes to help members find balance and strength in spirit, mind and body. Give others the opportunity to find their ACTIVITY and help jumpstart their journey to health.

Day 5 | Find Your Passion

Recreational activities are just the start of something bigger– besides teaching healthy living principles, they also teach the value of teamwork, help fuel determination and build character. We have a basketball gymnasium many of our teens utilize after school to help ignite their PASSION for something greater. Help give every teen the opportunity to experience membership.

Day 6 | Find Your Purpose

Whenever a neighbor needs support, the Y is ready to help with open arms and caring hearts. This year, we have served the Summer Feeding Program and ACTS (Area Christians Together Serving). Help us continue to make an impact on hunger and find your PURPOSE by donating to our food program.

Day 7 | Find Your Friends

The Y is more than just a place to work out. With opportunities to connect with neighbors and meet people of the community, members can discover a greater sense of purpose and find their FRIENDS. The Y provides membership scholarships to ensure all members of our community has access to our classes and programs. 

Day 8 | Find Your Curiosity

Our after-school programming includes activities that help inspire wonder about the world around us. Guiding children to find their CURIOSITY is key to helping them reach their full potential.

Day 9 | Find Your Strength

At the Y, our Diabetes Prevention Program creates a supportive community that inspires participants to find their inner strength, while focusing on their overall health in spirit, mind and body. Help give your neighbors the opportunity to find their STRENGTH.

Day 10 | Find Your Voice

We believe young people have the power to change the world. Our teen mental health program is designed to help young people develop the skills and confidence they need to lead positive change in Vance County and beyond. Help them find their VOICE and keep this program accessible.

Day 11 | Find Your Perspective

At the Y neighbors from all backgrounds and walks of life discover common ground and broaden their perspectives. We truly are a community for all, so help us welcome all newcomers with open arms and caring hearts. Find your PERSPECTIVE and give to ensure that the Y remains accessible to all.

Day 12 | Find Your Joy in Giving

Food for neighbors in need. Safe spaces for kids to learn & grow. Outreach to seniors who are feeling isolated. Find your cause and then find your JOY IN GIVING this holiday season. Consider volunteering at the Y this upcoming year or make a donation to the cause you feel most passionate about.

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How to donate to the YMCA during the 12 Days of Giving.

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