For over 40 years, the YMCA of Southern Interior BC has been meeting our community’s most urgent needs. Every Y program and service can be subsidized, or is free, for those who face barriers. We offer financial assistance on camps, preschool, personal training, and every paid service we offer.
We also assess our community's emerging needs and develop free programs to help fill in the gaps where needed. These free community outreach programs such as our Young Parent Program, Senior Health Assessments, and Mindfulness Groups to name a few, are designed to help ignite the potential in high-risk individuals.
Your donation will provide support, positivity, and guidance to those who struggle the most. Please consider helping us remove the biggest obstacles holding our neighbours back, so we can all shine.
100% of donations support our charitable cause. Income from our operations pays bills like utilities, wages, and marketing so your entire donation helps people in need access support.
Please make a gift today.
Impact at a Glance
437,570
healthy snacks provided free to child care participants
503
children and youth accessed free Employment, Dropout Prevention, and Educational Enrichment Programs
3,937
people accessed YMCA programs through the help of financial assistance
907
seniors managed chronic conditions through YMCA specialty health programs
27
program delivery sites across BC's southern interior
142
youth learned coping mechanisms through Y Mental Wellness Programs
Programs in Need of Support
These unique programs are developed to solve emerging community issues and delivered free to help high-risk populations reach their full potential, with a focus on mental health, employment supports, school perseverance, and family supports.
Ways to Give
There are many ways to give to the Y, including donating, leaving a legacy, or hosting a community fundraiser. Every little bit helps our vulnerable neighbours reach their full potential.
Let's Change Lives
We are proud to partner with philanthropic leaders and welcome the opportunity to discuss personalized opportunities that make a meaningful impact. Please do not hesitate to reach out to Nica to discuss your giving.
Nica Graziotto
Philanthropy Officer
nica.graziotto@ymcasibc.ca
250-870-6422