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WHY IT MATTERS Annual Giving Campaign - YMCA of Metro Atlanta

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Why We Need You<br />

More than 20% <strong>of</strong> our Y community – kids,<br />

adults and families – receives financial assistance<br />

to participate in our impactful programs.<br />

<strong>WHY</strong> WE DO<br />

WHAT WE DO<br />

ENSURE SCHOOL READINESS<br />

As the nonpr<strong>of</strong>it leader for youth development, the <strong>YMCA</strong><br />

is closing the school readiness gap and equipping preschool<br />

children with skills to be successful in school.<br />

IMPROVE ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT<br />

With a variety <strong>of</strong> high-quality, after-school and summer<br />

day camp programs, the Y places education squarely at the<br />

forefront <strong>of</strong> future personal and pr<strong>of</strong>essional success.<br />

EMPOWER HEALTHY LIVING<br />

As the nonpr<strong>of</strong>it leader for health and well-being, the Y <strong>of</strong>fers<br />

programs and activities that impact the lives <strong>of</strong> thousands <strong>of</strong><br />

children and adults—encouraging them to live healthier and<br />

be more active at every phase <strong>of</strong> their development.<br />

INSPIRE TEEN LEADERSHIP<br />

The Y’s teen programs are developing the next<br />

generation <strong>of</strong> leaders by providing a values-centered<br />

leadership academy at local Ys and resident camp.<br />

Our why:<br />

Forsyth County Family <strong>YMCA</strong><br />

50 kids are active and challenged in summer day camp.<br />

Day camp provides an affordable and accessible summer<br />

program for children that helps to reinforce character<br />

development, prevent summer learning loss and give<br />

working parents peace <strong>of</strong> mind.<br />

Underserved kids from each Forsyth County elementary and<br />

middle school have the opportunity to attend resident camp.<br />

Resident camp gives kids the chance to explore nature,<br />

discover new talents, gain independence, and make lasting<br />

friendships and memories.<br />

1,000 families in need have access to Y programs<br />

through scholarships.<br />

Children and families in our community need the Y now<br />

more than ever. Anyone who expresses an inability to<br />

pay is <strong>of</strong>fered financial assistance. Scholarships provide<br />

opportunities for individuals and families to experience<br />

<strong>YMCA</strong> programs.<br />

why it<br />

matters<br />

We prepare kids for<br />

kindergarten in our<br />

early learning centers.<br />

We keep kids from<br />

going home alone<br />

after school.<br />

We fight childhood<br />

obesity by making<br />

exercise fun for kids.<br />

We teach kids the<br />

value <strong>of</strong> teamwork<br />

through participation<br />

in youth sports.<br />

We keep children<br />

active and challenged<br />

in summer day camp.<br />

<strong>WHY</strong> GIVE<br />

Forsyth County<br />

Family <strong>YMCA</strong><br />

6050 Y Street<br />

Cumming, GA 30040<br />

770-888-2788<br />

fcy.ymcaatlanta.org<br />

Front Photo: Michelle Lapid<br />

We impact children,<br />

families and<br />

communities like<br />

no one else.<br />

We inspire a love <strong>of</strong> the<br />

great outdoors for kids<br />

at resident camp.<br />

We give kids the confidence<br />

to lead and succeed.<br />

We partner with parents<br />

to instill values in kids.<br />

We give adults a second<br />

chance at a healthy life.<br />

We keep seniors active and<br />

involved in the community.<br />

We create programs<br />

for every stage <strong>of</strong> life.<br />

Our programs empower<br />

and change lives and<br />

transform communities.<br />

<strong>YMCA</strong> MISSION<br />

Your <strong>YMCA</strong>, reflecting its<br />

Judeo-Christian heritage, is<br />

an association <strong>of</strong> volunteers,<br />

members and staff, open to<br />

and serving all, providing<br />

programs and services which<br />

develop spirit, mind, and body.<br />

Financial assistance is available<br />

based on need. The <strong>YMCA</strong><br />

actively seeks to identify<br />

and involve those in need.<br />

<strong>Campaign</strong> Commitment<br />

2013 <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Giving</strong> <strong>Campaign</strong><br />

Forsyth County Family <strong>YMCA</strong><br />

why it matters<br />

Date<br />

In support <strong>of</strong> the Forsyth County Family <strong>YMCA</strong> <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Giving</strong> <strong>Campaign</strong>, I/we pledge $<br />

Please contact me regarding<br />

employer gift matching.<br />

I would like my gift<br />

to remain anonymous.<br />

Beginning<br />

Pledge Time Frame: One time Quarterly Monthly<br />

month/year<br />

Name<br />

Method <strong>of</strong> Payment: Check MC VISA AMEX Discover Cash<br />

as you would like it to appear for recognition<br />

Name as it appears on card<br />

Address<br />

Credit Card # Exp. Date<br />

City State Zip<br />

Signature<br />

Phone E-mail<br />

To give online, go to fcy.ymcaatlanta.org, and click Donate Now.<br />

<strong>Campaign</strong>er

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