Why the Y? Why should I workout at the YMCA?
It could be because the staff is warm and friendly. It's actually a place where customer service is not an oxymoron.
It could be because a family can workout ad nauseam for $47 a month. (more prices)
But maybe a more profound reason to choose the Y is your membership pays forward to help others in our community. As a non-profit, I bet you didn't know:
- Because they don't want to turn away anyone, they gave away 412 memberships in 2011 totaling $219,108. Part of your membership makes it possible for people to pursue health that can't otherwise afford it.
- They waived $58,090 in program fees in '11 so 270 children could participate in YMCA childcare, youth sports and aquatic programs.
- Bridges Outreach meets four times a week at the Y in its own dedicated space free of charge. This ministry feeds, tutors and mentors at-risk youth in our community.
- Kokomo Rescue Mission is afforded free use of the Y to its residents in their New Life program.
- Bona Vista staff brings clients to workout free of charge.
I could go on, but you get the picture. It's clear that the YMCA's mission statement is,
"...Put Christian principles into practice through programs
that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all."
They are living out their mission statement and I am thrilled part of our family membership goes to people in need in our community.
To say it, another way, if you're a TOMS shoe person, you're a Y person.
Peace.
