HERE FOR GOOD CAPITAL CAMPAIGN WEST ST. TAMMANY YMCA
Be a part of something big for our community
WE ARE THE Y
OUR MISSION: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. OUR CAUSE: At the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. OUR FOCUS: The Y is a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. OUR IMPACT: The Y is, and always will be, dedicated to building healthy, confident, connected and secure children, adults, families and communities. Every day our impact is felt when an individual makes a healthy choice, when a mentor inspires a child and when a community comes together for the common good. 2
WEST ST. TAMMANY YMCA
CAPITAL CAMPAIGN COMMITTEE The West St. Tammany YMCA has given my family a sense of place – something we struggled to find after being uprooted several times in the years post-Katrina. The Y has helped us connect with our neighbors and appreciate the diversity of our community. Our family is stronger, more connected and engaged since joining the Y. In turn, we want other children, families and seniors in our community to have this opportunity to feel welcomed, secure, healthy and connected. The proposed expansion of the West St. Tammany YMCA will provide the necessary facilities to expand services and impact people of all ages, incomes, backgrounds and abilities. Everyone deserves a sense of place and a
chance to learn, thrive and grow!
– Jessica Ladd Cook, Capital Campaign Chair
Leadership Gordon Wadge President & CEO YMCA of Greater New Orleans
Committee Chairs Gordon Wadge President & CEO YMCA of Greater New Orleans
Committee Members
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HERE FOR OUR COMMUNITY HERE FOR GOOD The West St. Tammany community is growing and the YMCA is here to support this growth. We are committed to providing our community with accessible, affordable, family-oriented facilities so that people of all ages, incomes, backgrounds and abilities have the opportunity to learn, thrive and grow. This expansion plan positions the YMCA as an even stronger community partner and expands our PHASE 1 ability to address critical health issues, social Heating existing pool to extend challenges and unmet needs in our community. the swimming season We will approach the expansion in three phases Adding a family friendly splash with the support of the community. park
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Installing a water slide with option of adding a slide-specific landing pool Dry playground area/outdoor learning center Adding amenities to the pavilion area including tables and grills
Building expansion to include Dedicated space for youth and teens Additional exercise studios Community conference room and educational space Expanded lobby and communal space PHASE 3 Additional office and storage State-of-the-art indoor aquatics space environment including: Addition of family locker areas and re Indoor competitive pool strooms Floating bulkhead Remodel and expansion of Therapy pool with jets and treadmills childcare facility Wet locker rooms Additional parking
BIGGER & BETTER
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TIMELINE OF PHASES
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COST BREAKDOWN
As a national network, the Y is one of the nation’s leading nonprofits, strengthening communities through Youth Development, Healthy Living and Social Responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,700 Ys engage 21 million men, women and children— regardless of age, income or background— to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation’s health and well-being, and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the long-standing relationships and physical presence not just to promise, but to deliver, lasting personal and social change. The YMCA of Greater New Orleans is an IRS recognized 501c 3 non-profit corporation. It is incorporated in the State of Louisiana and managed by a Board of Trustees comprised of local community leaders. The YMCA of Greater New Orleans is a voluntary affiliate member of the Y-USA and benefits from the exchange of best practice ideas across the country through the Y national network.
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WE NEED YOU! As a national network, the Y is one of the nation’s leading nonprofits, strengthening communities through Youth Development, Healthy Living and Social Responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,700 Ys engage 21 million men, women and children— regardless of age, income or background— to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation’s health and well-being, and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the long-standing relationships and physical presence not just to promise, but to deliver, lasting personal and social change. The YMCA of Greater New Orleans is an IRS recognized 501c 3 nonprofit corporation. It is incorporated in the State of Louisiana and managed by a Board of Trustees comprised of local community leaders. The YMCA of Greater New Orleans is a voluntary affiliate member of the Y-USA and benefits from the exchange of best practice ideas across the country through the Y national network.
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HOW YOU CAN HELP $1 A DAY: Make a big difference in your community for less than the cost of a cup of $1000 A YEAR: A thousand dollars a year over our 3 year campaign helps bring key improvements to our facility to help expand our programs and community resources.
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WE’RE MORE THAN A GYM. WE’RE A CAUSE. The Y. So Much More™
AT THE Y WE STRENGTHEN COMMUNITY BY ADVOCATING FOR POSITIVE CHANGE. FROM A TO Z OUR PROGRAMS ANSWER COMMUNITY NEEDS WITH ACTION AND ATTENTION.
DO YOU KNOW THE Y?
All of our YMCAs have “Open Doors” to ensure no one is turned away due to their inability to pay. In 2013, the YMCA of Greater New Orleans provided $551,799 in financial assistance.
Through YMCA Educational Services, we teach more than 200 adults basic math and reading skills. YES! is the only program that focuses exclusively on adults who read below the 8th grade level in the New Orleans area.
Every Thanksgiving, the YMCA delivers more than 1,000 hot meals to homebound seniors.
We offer LIVESTRONG at the Y, a program that is focused on fostering an environment that will support the cancer survivor’s journey back to a healthier well-being.
The YMCA provides older adults a place to gather for fitness and fun. We offer a variety of programs for people of all ages and fitness levels led by trained and caring YMCA employees. Programs include group exercise classes, aquatic exercise classes and health education. The YMCA participates in Silver Sneakers and Peoples Health programs that offer YMCA memberships and activities at little or no cost to the participant.
The YMCA of Greater New Orleans began in 1852 to assist in the yellow fever epidemic. 162 years later, we are still more than just a gym, we’re a cause. As one of the nation’s largest non-profits, and the 5th oldest YMCA, we are focused on serving the community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
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BETTER TOGETHER
Every day, we work side by side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. The Y is, and always will be, dedicated to building healthy, confident, connected and secure people and communities.
OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS INCLUDE: St. Tammany Parish Hospital New Orleans Public Library YMCA of the USA United Way Plaquemines Parish Government Orleans Parish Public Library Algiers Development District New Orleans Police and Justice Foundation Bayou District Foundation US Army Corps of Engineers We are uniquely positioned as a community bridge organization. We strive to create partnerships with other organizations to provide quality programs, services and ammenties that our community needs and deserves.
YMCA OF GREATER NEW ORLEANS WEST ST. TAMMANY YMCA 71256 Fancis Road Covington, LA 70433 P (985) 893-9622 F (985) 893-4866 www.ymcaneworleans.org