Armed Services YMCA of the USA Twenynine Palms
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My children and I just happen to be walking by and sqw the playground outside. We went into the office to find out how to play in the playground and left with so much more. When I first walked in I didn't see anyone but rang the bell. 2 people came from the back. Anita and Dawn(I think). They explained that they were a little short staffed today but when I told them we were new to the area they armed me with more information and they took their time also. We learned about free bread and groceries on Fridays, a Thrift Store which you can get a 13 gallon bag of clothes for 6.00 on saturdays and the Thrift Store profits help the programs. I learned about assistance for families with emergencies and illness with Loma Linda Hospital and even saw pictures. Anita gave me a tour in the classrooms they have and Dawn explained about the volunteers they need for free bread days and events. They give away ball gowns, toys for the holidays, offer classes for a small amount of money, and they really just want to help the active duty. I learned that most of the employees are military family members so they can give you answers to alot of questions you might have or tell you where to go to get the information. I learned where things are on base that we never even would have thought to ask about. The staff was great and I will look for the ASYMCA at our next base for sure.
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The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
kind, generous, and above all genuine in their "want" to help the active duty. They went above and beyond what my expectations were, especially being short staffed.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
My experience has been on a different level, I am part of a food bank type program that is sponsered by my American Legion post along with the womens auxiliary. I have also become a member of their board. I have attended several of their functions and have seen an extreme amount of dedication and well placed help to a large group of needy Marines and family members. I can not say enough about the respect and dignaty used in dealing with these people.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
seeing the program administered and the joy of the people receiving the help.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
allow more staff
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
The satisfaction of knowing that I am able to give back.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
The staff and volunteers are all a very dedicated and compasionate group of people and it is my pleasure to be able to work with them.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
Increase its abilaty to help families and make sure the moral is high without as much concerne about their future troubles.
Ways to make it better...
the financial limits were a little higher
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
shortness in funding
One thing I'd also say is that...
for the funding they have, I think that it is managed well
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every month
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
Following the devastation in the American Samoan Islands, many Americans experienced heartfelt sadness at the loss of family members. One of those Americans was a young man serving in the United States Marine Corps who had lost 16 members of his family including his grandmother. Upon hearing of his loss, I, as his supervisor, contacted the ASYMCA. They immediately offered transportation and lodging for this Marine while he went to the island to help clean up the devastated area. Additionally, the ASYMCA has on many occasions assisted other young Marines in my unit who have found themselves in a financial bind and needed immediate assistance to buy food for their children. The staff at the ASYMCA do an incredible job taking care of the Marines and their families here in 29 Palms.
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The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
All of the staff that I have dealt with at the 29 Palms ASYMCA have always been very compassionate, friendly, and helpful. When faced with a dilemma concerning the needs of my Marines, they have always been able to exceed my expectations with a solution.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every month
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
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