IN THEIR OWN WORDS

Texas parents share their stories

“I would be lost without the YMCA and the care you guys give to my daughter. I’m doing my best as a single dad to keep working, and knowing she has a safe place to stay while I continue to work is a blessing from God. Thank you for what you all do every day, and I don’t know what I would do without your help.”

Midland Y Parent

“‘Thank you’ just isn’t enough for what the emergency YMCA child care has done for our family. As both me and my husband are in the medical field, the requirement of working from home and keeping my children at home was not an option. Not only has the emergency care allowed me and my husband to keep food on the table for our family by allowing us to continue to work, it has allowed us to continue our commitment to the healthcare of our community. We appreciate the YMCA staff who have remained on board, understanding the risks of continuing to watch my children, through the COVID-19 pandemic. YMCA, there are not enough words to truly express my gratitude toward your organization for what you have done for my children, family, and community. Thank you.”

- Ft. Worth Y Parent

“The AMA YMCA Afterschool program has provided a safe and healthy community for my children. As a single parent, it can be difficult doing everything on my own, but having the after school program as a beacon of support for my family is something that we will always be grateful for. Every day I look forward to the wonderful stories that my kids tell me during their time in the after school program.”

- Arlington Y Parent

“I love that there is an affordable summer day camp option with traditional outdoor camp activities. My daughter loves them all: canoeing, fishing, ropes course, and zipline.”

– Austin Y Parent