2023
ANNUAL COMMUNITY IMPACT REPORT
DOWNTOWN YMCA | JAMERSON FAMILY YMCA | YMCA ON OLD FOREST ROAD
A LETTER FROM OUR BOARD PRESIDENT It’s an exciting time to be a part of YOUR Y! We continue to close in on YOUR Building for a Better Us capital campaign goal.. These campaign funds will drive extensive renovations at our Downtown Y location over the next couple of years. While the outside of the building will certainly be modernized, the real story is what changes will take place on the inside of the building! YOUR “new” Y will feature a teaching kitchen, kid’s adventure zone, an expanded teen center, community space, and a rooftop terrace! In addition, YOUR YMCA on Old Forest Rd. renovations will soon be complete, providing much-needed improvements to the facility, both inside and out! Last, but not least, we continue to look for ways to improve YOUR member experience at the Jamerson Family YMCA by listening to and making changes based on YOUR feedback! Changes include shifting and enlarging some of our fitness spaces, as well as making better use of the space we have….stay tuned! These exciting changes are made possible by YOU, our generous donors! YOUR YMCA strives to be a safe and inclusive place for ALL. As they have for over 160 years, the Y will always strive towards lasting personal and social change by working together, investing in our youth, and collaborating with our neighbors, all of which will provide a stronger, more integrated community. - Cindy Forren, YMCA of CVA Board President. What an exciting year we have had! Because of our communities’ support, we are raising capital dollars to improve our facilities to better serve all inside the YMCAs. Renovations have already occurred at your YMCA on Old Forest Road as well as wrapping-up initial renovations at the Jamerson Family YMCA. In addition, we are in the early stages of a partnership with a local organization to offer Early Childhood Development opportunities, a clear need in the community. Finally, we are committed to developing our teens in the community for opportunities and personal/professional growth; the national YMCA signature program called Leaders Club has kicked off! Thank you for your continued support as we continue to serve for greater community impact. - Rosemary Suess, Interim CEO
WHAT’S INSIDE Message from Y Leadership Our Mission and Vision Commitment to Diversity and
MISSION To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
Inclusion Making an Impact,
VISION
By the Numbers
To be the leading community-based, charitable organization that embraces collaborations to building a better community for us all.
Update on Swim to Work Power Scholars Academy Success Donor Recognition Our Board of Directors
VALUES To practice the principles of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
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STRENGTHENING OUR COMMUNITY TOGETHER
THE GREATEST IMPACT 428 hours of
mentoring, learning, and leadership training through the Downtown YMCA Teen Outreach Center.
731
children made academic gains in YMCA Power Scholars Academy.
500+
kids and adults participated in life saving safety around water swim lessons.
75
fighters & survivors became stronger in Y Community Health Programs
350
kids and families found support w/child care and summer day camp.
1,401
kids and teens participated in character building youth sports & recreation activities
300+
bags of life enhancing resources and goods were delivered to those in need.
2,483
Aging Well Adult participated in programs such as group exercise, pickleball, book club, hiking club.
5,000+
community members became engaged connected & supported through Y on Wheels community events.
$350,000 + in scholarships and donor supported financial assistance was provided to families and individuals for YMCA programs, and membership.
SHARING IS CARING
READ ABOUT OUR GOOD NEWS The second installment of Swim to Work, a collaborative initiative through The YMCA of Central Virginia, Iron Lives, and Lynchburg City Schools, celebrated the completion of its spring session on Thursday, September 14th. The festivities took place at the Downtown YMCA Teen Center. Swim to Work is dedicated to empowering under-resourced high school students through mentorship, education, and the training required to attain certification as a lifeguard. Ten students from the Empowerment Academy, Fort Hill, Heritage High School and EC Glass came together multiple times a week and participated in the no cost program. Funding for the program is provided by local private donors, and Lynchburg Change for Change. During the six weeks each student received: Swim Lessons AED Certification CPR and First Aid Training Emergency Oxygen Administration Mentoring and Special Guest Led Workshops Despite varying levels of prior swimming experience, nine of the then participating students successfully completed the program on September 14th, with two of the students receiving their lifeguard certification during the celebration. In addition to receiving their certification, the boys represented Youth Voices during the Boys and Young Men of Color National Convening in Washington D.C." During the trip they learned about civic participation and the democratic process. The young leaders shared their experiences with YMCA staff and volunteers from across the country, as well as local legislators. The program pushed each participant to grow and be successful in their efforts, helping them master skills they never thougt possible. Jesse Tom's mother Sarah Garrison is grateful for the opportunity her son had, "Swim to Work is a blessing for my son. It helped him to gain confidence not only as a swimmer, but in life itself. I am thankful for each staff member that took the time to mentor and push each child that was in the program. Life lessons were definitely learned by all of them. There is no greater feeling than watching my child grow, learn, and succeed. Thank you all."
Dr. Crystal Edwads, Superintendent of Lynchburg City Schools shared her enthusiasm and support of the program, and the students involved, "I am extremely proud of the partnership and collaboration LCS has with the YMCA. The students who successfully completed the Swim to Work program demonstrated what happens when you set challenging goals and receive support and encouragement from school, family, and community members." "Swim to Work is one of the most meaningful programs I have ever been a part of, shared Allison Jordan, Executive Director of Iron Lives, "These young people improved swimming skills, but more importantly learned valuable life lessons and made incredible community connections. IRON Lives is proud to collaborate with the YMCA and LCS to change lives."
AMHERST COUNTY
LYNCHBURG CITY
YMCA of Central Virginia’s Power Scholars Academy aims to reduce summer learning loss typically experienced by school-aged children, particularly those who live in underserved areas. The five-week program, which is offered to students at no cost, focuses on math, literacy, and STREAM learning and incorporates social and emotional learning throughout the day.
Breakfast, lunch, and a snack are provided, as well as enrichment programs such as visual arts, water safety, and physical wellness. Kids who participate in Power Scholars Academy are returning to school two to three and a half months ahead of their peers!
ANNUAL CAMPAIGN DONORS FOUNDER’S CLUB
BENEFACTOR'S CLUB
Herman & Donna Cone Genworth Foundation State of Virginia YMCA of the USA
Bank of the James Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation Central Technology Solutions Tom & Janie Hall Coca-Cola Bottling Company Tommy & Kristen Vaughan
$10,000 & Above
$5,000 - $9,999
CHAIRMAN'S ROUND TABLE $1,000 - $4,999 Anonymous (4)
Cindy & Mike Forren
Catharine & Bobby
Blair Smith
John & Bettie Alford
Gentry Locke Attorneys
Montgomery
Southern Maintenance
All Phase Roofing &
Frances Giles
Moore's Electrical &
Supply Co.
Al & Diane Gorman
Mechanical, Inc.
Sharon Stiteler
Architectural Partners
Terrell Griffin
Mr. Pave
John Suddes
Atlantic Union Bank
Tim & Beth Groover
National Pools of Roanoke
Rosemary & Michael
Baird
Robert & Sue Hahn
Andrea & Wade Neiman
Suess
Beacon Credit Union
Hammer Nutrition
Becky & Bobby O'Brian
Joan Swanson
Jacqueline Bibby
Heavy Lift
Offix
Mary & Rob Taylor
Rose Mary Blankenship
Theresa & Joel Hesch
Ronald & Debbie Overstreet
Thrive Logistics
Boxley Materials Co.
Julius Arthur Hoilman
Paceline Products, Inc.
TRUE Fitness
Bob & Terry Brennan
HSC Wealth Advisors
Paddock Pool Equipment
U.S. Pipe
Phillip L. Brown
Innovative Wireless
Company
United Healthcare
BWX Technologies
Technologies
Jay & Staci Parker
Services
Centra
Bill & Ellen Jamerson
Carter & Bill Paxton
Misty & Colin Spitzer
Central VA Criminal
Jamerson-Lewis Construction
Rob & MJ Pearson-Charley's
John & Judy Walker
Restaurant & Catering
Jimmy & Marty Watts
Peery & Woolwine Family
Rebecca & Ryan White
Construction
Justice Academy
Ruth Johnson
City of Lynchburg-Office
Kline’s S.W., Inc.
of Econ., Dev. & Tourism Susan & Kevin Landergan
Dentistry Pickle Juice Company, LLC
Wiltshire Charitable Fund
Clark's Lumber & Millwork
Jeanne & Don Landis
CORE Health and Fitness
Kim Lankford & Houman Tavaf Pinnacle Financial Partners
Polly Wooldridge
Preston & Marian Craighill
Life Fitness
Precor
George & Heather Zippel
Daxko
Lynchburg Ready Mix Co.
John Ramsey
Thomas Delaney
MH Masonry & Associates
Resolute Private Wealth, LLC
Crystal & Brian Edwards
Walter "Chip" Mason II
A.W. (Tony) Robinson
EGYM
Mason-Gilbert-Glass
RSG Landscaping & Lawn Care
Stuart Evans
Scholarship Fund
Chris & Jackie Sadler
Flowserve
Andy Mathews Agency
Phillip & Lisa Sauls
Ford Mays Wealth
Matrix
Marc Schewel
Management
Patti McCue
Scott Insurance
Bunny & Anne Wood
PRESIDENT'S CIRCLE $500 - $999
Cap & Margaret Anne Eschenroeder Jason & Melissa Hale Hilary Harrison Joe & Betsy LaMagna Holy Heaven Cookie Company Teresa Julian-Yates Angela Kirkland Kona Ice Lynchburg 7 Hills Lions Club Mallard Irrigation Mr. & Mrs. Aubrey L. Mason Moore & Giles, Inc. Larry & Susan Moxley Cecelia Murphey Outside the Cone Linda & Rob Palmer
P.M. Parsons
Anonymous (10)
Blue Goji
Audrey C. Cash
Sonny Culverhouse
Shannon Abatecola
Blue Ridge Ice
Danielle Cash
Cycling Virginia, LLC
Jamie Adams
Body Shop Massage
Nation One Mortgage
David B. Bice PC
Therapy
Caitlin Church
Jonathan & Yvonne
American National
Becky Born
William & Julia
Bank & Trust
Erica Bottoms
Clingenpeel
Dick & Pat DeMars
Henry Archie, Jr.
Jackson Boyles
Kemberley Cobb
Richard Deveney
Arden Arranga
Brenda Brady
Robert Cole
Blair Smith
Jessica Ayers
Terry Brame
Coleman-Adams
Vanessa Donson
Robert Babcock
Rene' Broadus
Dan Barge
Joyce Brown
Colony Tire
Sarah & Jim Dunstan
Rick & Tina Barnes
Buff City Soap
Lessie B. Cook
Joel Epperson
Adrienne Beck
H. Francis Bush
Anne Cooper
Christine Euhus
Kathryn Beck
James E. Camm
Richard Coppo
Blair & Fran
Benny's Scarpetta Pizza
Campbell Insurance
Benjamin T. Corish
Deborah Benyo
Abbey Capps
Ron & Sharon Cothern
Falwell Corporation
Elizabeth Bianchino
Card My Yard
Mackenzie Craven
Bethany Federico
Jean & John Billingslea
Sandy Carrington Jr.
Rodney & Sarah Crews
Joseph Fike
Kathy Billotti
Tanisha Carter Hughes
Anne Cross
Firestop of Virginia
Randi & Shawn Abell Anonymous (2) Appomattox Glass & Storefront Bikes Unlimited BMS Direct Malcolm & Louise Campbell CarMax Foundation Kerry Cofer Columbia Lockers Art Costan Crossroads Family Dentistry Paula & Tim Dahl Deidre Douglas Donna Elder / Juice Plus
Pawprints Mobile Medicine for Pets Jennifer Richardson Cynthia & Jeff Riley
The Williams Family Women's Health Services of Central VA WSET ABC-13 Rebecca Yaffe
Neville & Mary Rowland Terry Volkswagen Subaru Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory Persis & John Tinsley Megan Tomlin James A. Trent, Jr. UCMS, LLC Rob & Margaret Vaughn Virginia 10 Miler Thomas Warwick
CENTURY CLUB $100 - $499
Lee & Sharon Ainslie
Construction, Inc.
Davies
Sophie J. Douglas
Fairbrother
ANNUAL CAMPAIGN DONORS CENTURY CLUB $100 - $499
Susan & Gene Frantz
Kevin Kreh
Lauren Pharis
David & Rachel Soward
Joseph Freeman, III
Kubota of Lynchburg
Patti Phillips
Special Olympics Virginia
Urs & Michaela Gabathuler
Stephen & Ivy Lamanna
Haley Piercy
Conrad Stevens
James Gallagher
Jesse Lee
Arthur & Carolann Pike
Sara Stonelake
Karen Gandy
Kimberly & John Loyd
Martha Pollard
Jonathan Taylor
Anonymous
Bernadette Lyford
Rhonda Pommert
Kathy Thomas
Sally Gilkey
Catherine & Michael Madden
Barbara Porter
Thompson-Brooks
Jacqueline Greene
Patrick Madigan
Michelle Power
Insurance
Joyce Guthrie
Rachel Madigan
Ida Proco
Joshua Torres
Ashby Hall
Michael Mason
Purple Door Gourmet
Linette Torres
Griffin Hammersmith
Liza May
Kitchen and Catering
TRUIST Bank
Valerie & Brian Hamning
Peggy May
R & R Heating and Cooling
Truist Wealth
Kevin Harris
Michael & Ivy McCarron
R. Coffee, Ltd.
Denise Tuttle
Mary Haskins
Sherry McCormick
R L Lovelace & Associates
Eileen Tuttle
Lucia Hathaway
Daniel Mensink
Sue Lawson
Upper Crust Pizza
Bryan Fitz
Angelo Mercado
Dee & Scott Rainey
Kent Van Allen
Bobbi Hayth
Mercy Presbyterian Church
Jackie Randolph
Kristi Vann
Dave Thomas-Health
Gary Mignogna
Shaun & Melody Redgate
Renata & Wallace
Nut Nutrition
Kylah Momojimoh
Rehab Associates of
Molly S. Heintzelman
Bruce & Rebecca Montgomery
Hodges Insurance
Lisa Moore
Tamara Reynolds
Roxie & Alan Wank
Hurt & Proffitt, Inc.
Morcom Building, Inc.
Ridge Supply Company
Peter & Jessica Ward
George & Cinda Hurt
Kathy Morris
Louise Riley
Leanne & Dayn Washburn
Infectious Disease
Martin & Gail Morris
RLJ Thompson Trucking
Watts Petroleum
Associates of Central VA
Alison Morrison-Shetlar
Jeryl Rowe
John Webb
Susan Jaenke
Emma Napier
Rustburg Village Dental
Mary Welch
Jamerson Building Supply
Jennifer Newell
Vickie & Danny Sandifer
William & Phebe Wescott
Haley Jennings
Alex Newmark
Chloe Saumenig
Westover Dairy / Kroger
Jeremy Phillips & Company
Dan Newmark
Judy Sawyer
Rodney Whitlock
Sara Jernigan
Dr. Richard & Dorothy Niles
Garland Schaefer
Marcel Widzisz
Elisha Johnson
Thomas Nygaard
Select Bank
Mark Williams
Mark Johnson
Michael & Debbie Okin
Service Printing of
Traci Williams
Anonymous
Timothy P. Overby
Nathan Joseph
Jonah Packer
Alan Silver
Shelly Wolf
Karugah Kariuki
Kyle Parker
Steven L. Simpson
Ryan & Abby Woodruff
Paul Kerr
Peaks Coaching Group
Paula Sloan
Jessica Wyatt
Kirby-Cundiff Insulation
Pearson Equipment Co.
Angela Smith-Realtor
The Y's Healthy Hikers
Melinda Kirkland
Timberlake Animal Hospital
Sarah Kline
Pettyjohn, Wood & White, Inc.
Central Virginia, Inc.
Lynchburg
Berkshire Hathaway Southern Air
Vaughan William Walker
Gene & Sandy Wolanski
Pete & Beth Zeisig
DAY OF GIVING 2023 FRIEND OF THE Y $50 - $99
Anonymous (9)
Jacodia Johnson
Etta Ashwell
Marylee Johnson
Janet Baker
Derricka Jones
James Barringer
Pam Jones
April Bauserman
Douglas & Jean Judd
TC & Judy Berryman
Andrew Mahland
Charles & Patricia
Brad Malcolm
Bramlet
Janet Martin
Betty Bryan
Jerry McKinney
Briyon Bryant
James Mehaffey
Neil Buckley
Vivian Miller
Caleb Callaham
Lizabeth Minuto
Carmen & Earl Castle, Jr
Ellis Moore
Karen Clay
Carlina Muglia
Kathy Collins
Maria Niechwiadowicz
Commonwealth Pain
Joshua Packer
Relief Center
Delores & Frank Patton
Chris Culter Walker Davidson Tim Davis Mike Dietrich Kathryn Doherty Vickie Dowell Francie Dye Lashelle Elliott Scott Evans Brian Firtion Angela Fleshman The Flour District Norma J. Foy Michael Frazier R. David Friend Gabe Greene Owen & Sarah Guise Deborah & Douglas Harvey Jack Hellewell Charles Irvine Michael Jackson
Charles Pennington Hyris Peterson Alice & Randy Pirtle Luis Sanchez Viola Scott Karin Sherbin Susan Shipps Marshall Smith Pam Smith Joseph & Ellen Stinnett Superior Landscaping Lynda Suwala Amy & Dan Talmadge Georgia Thistle Jeannene Tylee John Uffelmann John Vassar Rich & Charanne Wagner Tonya Walker-Latimer Linda Webb Robert Williamson Robert & Ann Wilson
ANNUAL CAMPAIGN DONORS
GIFTS IN HONOR OF
GIFTS IN MEMORY OF
Herman Cone Donna Cone
Mallory Barber TC & Judy Berryman
Thelma Morgan Delores & Frank Patton
Colleen Beckloff Terry Beckloff
Alvin H Okin Michael & Debbie Okin
Nate Thomas James Gallagher
Paula Dahl Cathy Thompson Cynthia & Jeff Riley Daniel & Meg Justis Rodney Whitlock Sandra Williams Josh Gravette Mark Williams Megan Tomlin Healthy Hikers Bernadette Lyford
Dr. John Bell Terry & Bob Brennan Cap & Margaret Ann Eschenroeder Brad Malcolm Thomas Nygaard
Jim Ed Ray Dan Barge Lori Rich Lizabeth Minuto
Marian J. Brown Phillip L. Brown (2)
Dr. Gerald J. Schwab Dee & Scott Rainey
Charlie Cobb Alex Newmark
Gary A Stroud Kathryn Lifsey
Laura R-Cycling Instructor R. David Friend
Bill Cooper Anne Cooper
Randolph Walker William Walker
The Y Soccer Program Natalie Niehaus
Gloria Coppo Richard Coppo (2)
Angelo Mercado The Y's Healthy Hikers Mary Taylor
Debra Squire Francie Dye Mary S. Taylor Susan & Gene Frantz Owen & Sarah Guise Catharine & Bobby Montgomery Cynthia & Jeff Riley Marc Schewel
Patti Kinsey Audrey C. Cash Bennie R. Martin Appomattox Glass & Storefront Aubrey & Sissy Mason Mr. & Mrs. Aubrey L. Mason
Ben Yaffe Shannon Abatecola (2) Martin & Gail Morris Paul Yaffee Rebecca Yaffe
It’s the mission of the YMCA to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build spirit, mind, and body for all. The YMCA of Central Virginia is a 501(c)3 charity committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The YMCA of Central Virginia is an organization of people joined together by a shared commitment to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. By prioritizing diversity and inclusion, we seek to ensure that all segments of society have access to the YMCA and feel welcome and fully engaged as participants, members, staff, and volunteers.
2023 - 2024 Board of Directors Our volunteer Board of Directors provides critical guidance to ensure our vision and strategy align with our mission. These dedicated individuals are critical to the success of YMCA. We appreciate their dedication to furthering the health and wellness of our community. Cindy Forren | President Tommy Vaughan, III | Vice President Rosemary Suess | Secretary Stuart Evans | Treasurer Robert Babcock Jackie Bibby Dr. James Camm John Choi Herman Cone, III Art Costan
DOWNTOWN YMCA 1315 CHURCH ST LYNCHBURG, VA 24504 434.847.5597
Preston Craighill Dr. Thomas Delaney Dr. Crystal Edwards George Kayes Ron Kennedy Luther Maddy Patty McCue Dr. Alison Morrison-Shetlar Robert O'Brian Carter Paxton
Y ON OLD FOREST RD 3408 OLD FOREST RD LYNCHBURG, VA 24502 434.455.5996
Andrew Pearson Robert K. Pearson, Jr. Craig Ranson Tony Robinson Phill Sauls James O. Watts, IV Gorham "Bunny" Wood
JAMERSON FAMILY YMCA 801 WYNDHURST DR LYNCHBURG, VA 24502 434.582.1900