2008
The YMCA of Greater Cincinnati Strong Kids Campaign enables
the Y to be place for everyone and that no one is turned away for his or her inability
to pay. Through contributions to the campaign, the YMCA is able to impact the
life of an
underserved preschooler or teenage, a deserving singe parent, or
an isolated
senior adult forever. Each
year, over 500 YMCA volunteers work as partners with our staff to secure
charitable
gifts from individuals, corporations and foundations. Every year, gifts
to
the YMCA Annual Giving Campaign help.
The
YMCA of Greater Cincinnati Strong Kids Campaign begins February 11 and concludes
with a victory celebration on March 27. This year, the YMCA will raise $1.2 Million
for scholarships to YMCA programs and services. Half of monies collected through
the ‘Strong Kids’ Campaign will be specifically earmarked for families
of greatest need and at greatest risk in urban areas.
| SEND
KIDS TO CAMPSummertime
learning at area YMCAs and our residence camp provide life-changing experiences
for over 8,500 youth annually. | 
| EXPAND
AFTER-SCHOOL INITIATIVES Building
skills that help over 8,500 youth succeed in school and connect to college. |
| HEALTH
& FITNESS PROGRAMS Provide
children and families with programs that aim to improve their overall health and
well being. Programs will assist in reducing the risk factors related to diabetes
and other chronic illnesses. | 
| SAFE,
CARING CHILDCARE Provide safe
and secure childcare for working
parents. Allowing children to participate
in
meaningful, structured and culturally enriching activities. |
| MEMBERSHIP
FOR ALL The YMCA is community
based and believes that its programs and services should be available to everyone.
Offering the “Membership
For All” Program provides an income-based sliding fee scale that
is designed to fit the financial situation of each individual and family in our
community. | |
