Young Mens Christian Association Of Fond Du Lac

Programs: Youth development the ymca has a strong emphasis in the area of youth development. Over 5,400 youth program registrations took place in the areas of youth sports, preschool enrichment, gymnastics, middle school nights, field trips, and family nights. Ymca youth sports programs emphasize development of skills, health and fitness, safety, cooperation, and self-esteem. Furthermore, they focus on the ymcas 4 core values of honesty,caring, responsibility, and respect. The y, in conjunction with the boys/girls club offers a daily just play program afterschool to ensure that kids have an opportunity to play fun games (such as kick ball, dodgeball, volleyball, soccer, ultimate football) with the purpose of getting kids active for at least 1 hour per day. The y also expanded sports camp offerings to include cheer, golf, flag football,basketball, volleyball, soccer, rugby, fitness, and pickleball. New to the fond du lac ymca in 2017 was the youth in government program, which offered approximately 50 youth in the community the opportunity to learn more about the ways government works at the city, county, and state levels. It culminated with a mock governmental session at the states capitol. In collaboration with the local kiwanis club, the y offers an annual free learn-to swim program one week each summer. In 2017, 338 children participated in this program. This affords all children an opportunity to learn a life skill at no cost to their family. This program has occurred annually at the y since 1926. Additionally,nearly 2,200 youth swim lessons were offered in 2017.

healthy living the ymca of fond du lac served nearly 292,000 visits by members, guests, and community participants during 2017. The activities are designed to enhance the wellness of the community and include seminars, fitness evaluations, strength training, numerous classes, personal training, etc. Equipment options include cardio equipment (treadmills, cross trainers, bikes, rowing machines) and strength equipment (weight machines and free weights), as well as aquatics programs which provide good health through regular exercise. Over 600 people participated in paid fitness programs, while thousands participated in free classes. The fond du lac ymca offers free health and wellness orientations to members to help ensure that beginners in particular establish good exercise habits which can last a lifetime. Numerous wellness seminars were conducted at the ymca. The y continued its y5210 program in 26 classrooms in fond du lac county (1/2 of all 3rd grade classes). This program stresses the needs to: eat a minimum of 5 fruits/vegetables daily, limit screen time to 2 hours maximum daily, get at least 1 hour of physical activity daily, and consume 0 sugary drinks. A seasonal farmers market was also continued at the y. Wellness initiatives with school districts, local government, and health organizations were also expanded. The y has a total of about 140 cardio and strength stations at which members may exercise for fitness. The y continued its collaboration with the agnesian physical therapy department, allowing individuals to be treated at the y with on-site staff. The y continued its offering of a parkinsons exercise program in 2017 with approximately 25 regular participants. The diabetes prevention program (dpp) took off in 2015. Physicians can refer individuals to the ymca for a specific program for pre-diabetic patients to learn about exercise and a healthier lifestyle. 17 adults participated in this program in 2017. Livestrong was introduced at the fond du lac ymca in 2016 which is a 12- week program for cancer survivors to meet, exercise, and socialize. 41 individuals participated in this program during the year. Cardiac rehab (iii) was also launched in 2017 for individuals who have survived a major heart event, to continue necessary therapy in a supervised setting. 9 individuals continue to go through this treatment. The active older adults program continued its growth in 2017. The active older adults program stresses a three-way approach to work with seniors, involving health and fitness, social activities, and opportunities for volunteering. Seniors participated in land and water fitness classes, as well as pot luck lunches, movies, monthly luncheons, gardening projects, food preparation, book clubs, and making crafts. There are over 1,000 silver sneakers members at the ymca. A new offering of virtual fitness made its debut at the end of 2015. Through the new program wellbeats, members are given an opportunity to take physical fitness classes. Classes may be geared toward adult, youth, or family fitness. The y has expanded its personal training space and many people took advantage of the opportunity to get additional training in an individual or group setting. The y purchased pickleball equipment in 2013 and created courts in one gym. More people are learning/playing this unique sport as extensive growth continued to occur. Using a grant received in 2014, the ymca childcare fully implemented the hepa (healthy eating and physical activity) standards into each classroom which helps children with healthy eating and physical activity options everyday.

social responsiblility the generosity of others is at the core of the ys existence as a nonprofit organization. It is only through the support of hundreds of volunteers and donors that the y is able to support and give back to our community. The 2017 annual support drive continued to be strong as over 220,000 was raised. The ymcas financial assistance program is supported by individuals, families, businesses, and foundations who contribute to the associations annual support campaign. The ymca of fond du lac believes in providing membership and program services to all who desire to participate in the ymca. There are approximately 5,100 membership units and nearly 11,000 members at the y. A total of approximately 120,000 was proudly given in scholarship assistance for memberships and program enrollments. In total, over 450 membership scholarships were awarded in 2017. The y is striving to develop a culture of philanthropy amongst its members and the community. Now that the y has been in its renovated facility for 8 years, its sphere of influence has dramatically increased. The y has a spiritual nourishment committee that has worked to sponsor the national day of prayer at the y, as well as monthly programs, bible studies, etc. In collaboration with the school districts, local university, boys/girls club, health care providers, advocap, united way, and local government, the y works to be a great community partner in making fond du lac a happy and healthier place to live and work. In collaboration with the arc of fond du lac, the fond du lac ymca offers swimming programs to physically and mentally challenged youth of the area. The ymca has actively engaged and expanded volunteer opportunities. The ymca actively supports other non-profit organizations through program assistance and membership support. Some of the groups assisted include big brothers/big sisters, arc of fond du lac, special olympics, abuse shelters, habitat for humanity, and local school districts. The ymca is a key contributor to community-wide program healthy fond du lac county 2020.

other program services pre-school childcare: a total of 183 children were served. The focus of the fond du lac ymca child care programs is to foster growth and development, not only in children, but also within the family. These educational programs help children develop moral and ethical behavior, self-esteem, and leadership. Physical development is achieved via gym and swim classes in which the children participate. Additionally, nutritious meals are served on a daily basis. In many instances, the ymca childcare allows the parent (s) of the child to remain gainfully employed or pursue an education, knowing that their child is thriving in a safe, supportive environment. Via support from the united way, care is provided at a reduced fee for those parents unable to afford the full cost of child care. Through collaboration with the fond du lac school district, the fond du lac ymca is able to offer a half-day 4-year old kindergarten program, as well as, childcare for those children needing to stay for additional time during the day.