October 2015
ELIZABETH BRANCH
YOU MAKE MORE POSSIBLE The Y is a positive force in this community. Together, we take on the challenges that shape our community’s future. From tackling the achievement gap to teaching healthy habits for a lifetime or giving people the chance to strengthen our community through volunteering; everything the Y does is in service of building a better us. Every day, our community faces new challenges that create a greater need for the work we do. YMCA donors, volunteers, members, and partners like you Danielle Cioffi make the difference. Your gift can help our community, and everyone in it, shine. Everything the Y does is in service of making us – as individuals and a community – better. District Executive Director Our Annual Support Campaign is one of those opportunities that helps provide financial resources to those who have a need and desire to become a part of our YMCA family. It helps send a child to camp, involve seniors in wellness programs and provides support to families in need of child care. The 2015 Annual Support Campaign goal is $30,000 and as of October 6th, I am pleased to announce that we have currently raised $20,774! We look forward to your involvement and remember: Every gift makes a difference.
BECAUSE OUR CAUSE “After feeling depressed and having some health issues, I began to gain weight which started to affect my health. I had issues completing my daily activities, and not being able to work due to my health issues which was taking a “toll” on me. My challenges were eating healthy, being active enough to complete daily activities. So I was referred to a behavioral health care center so they can assess my mental health, and a primary physician to evaluate my medical issues to determine what activities I was able to do. The physicians encouraged me to join The Gateway Family YMCA, so I started to go to the gym three (3) times a week, and began losing weight. Along with being medication compliant, and working out at the gym, I lost sixty five (65) pounds, which helped me with my breathing and daily activities. Thanks to the Elizabeth Y, my overall health and eating habits has improved and now I can complete all daily activities.” - Tiara, Member
YOUR GIFT MAKES A DIFFERENCE & CHANGES LIVES
CLICK HERE TO GIVE TODAY Families Reunite & Remain Together Early Learning Readiness
Healthy Living Addiction Recovery Diabetes Prevention Programs
Parenting Classes Children’s Learn Basic Swimming & Water Safety Skills
Housing & Support when you need it most