fundraising

NAYDO 2013-My Perspective on Giving.

I have a story to share…… Philanthropy is about giving-giving of your time, talent, and your treasure. I recently attended NAYDO 2013. Meeting in Vancouver, BC and attended by over 1000 YMCA staff and volunteers, the North American YMCA Development …

Quarter Way There!

Hi Calgary! This is Sarah and Valeria, Calgary YMCA Youth Delegates for the YMCA Europe Festival of 2013! As we are leaving for Prague in four short months, fundraising has really started to become  a priority in regards to preparation …

TODAY is the 2013 YMCA Strong Kids Kick-Off!

2013 YMCA Strong Kids Kick-Off event is happening TODAY at all YMCA branches in Calgary! Please join us as we celebrate the children and youth in our community! The 2013 YMCA Strong Kids goal is to raise $1.5 million to …

Spin for Strong Kids Classes

During our annual “Spin for Strong Kids” event on March 4, Kelly will teach two classes right out in the lobby!  Participation is by donation.  The classes will be 2:00-2:30pm and then 2:30-3:00pm.  Come out and show your support for …

It’s Not Too Late to Sign-Up for YMCA Spin for Strong Kids!

YMCA Spin for Strong Kids is a great way to get active while helping out a great cause! Please join us on March 4 for our 2013 YMCA Strong Kids Kick-Off and celebrate the children and youth in our community. …

Join us at the 2013 YMCA Strong Kids Kick-Off

Looking for a way to get active while helping a great cause? On Monday, March 4, join us at Spin for Strong Kids to kick-off the 2013 YMCA Strong Kids Campaign!  Every YMCA in Calgary will have spin bikes in …

Give With Target Campaign: Thank You for Helping Kids!

Back in November, Target launched the Give With Target Campaign, where up to $1 million would be donated to select Canadian charities – including YMCA! The social media campaign asked Canadians to vote for a cause through Facebook. In less …

YMAP Students Keen to Fundraise for Strong Kids!

‘Tis the season…for fundraising! The Southwest YMCA Achievement Program chose to incorporate themes of fundraising, volunteerism, and philanthropy into this year’s holiday celebration. Instead of just eating the cookies that they worked hard to decorate, we wrapped them up and hosted a charity …

Youth Travel Opportunity

YMCA Europe Festival Two YMCA Calgary youth aged 17-25 will have the opportunity this summer to fly to Europe and participate in the YMCA Europe Festival, August 4-10 in Prague, Czech Republic.  What is the Festival? YMCA Europe Festival 2013 …

YMAP Summer Leaders Success

The first ever YMAP Summer Leaders finished up the 2 month program with a bang. The final count of all donations showed the students great results for all their hard work. The two teams had a close race for total funds raised with only a …