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By rdnewsNOW Staff
YMCA

YMCA of Northern Alberta believes a fun summer experience is for everyone

Jun 6, 2022 | 6:11 PM

The YMCA of Northern Alberta is ensuring that everyone has an opportunity for a fun summer experience this year.

“The last two years have been hard on everyone, especially children and youth who have missed out on vital opportunities to connect with each other, participate in their community, get active and make friends,” said the organization in a release.

This summer, YMCA of Northern Alberta is bringing back play with their summer day camps, swimming lessons and youth leadership opportunities, and they believe that all families should be able to access these opportunities.

The YMCA charity also offers financial assistance to those who need it to increase accessibility. Officials state that currently, one in four YMCA members receives financial assistance, and the organization processes many of its requests for its popular summer day camps each year.

“Everyone deserves the chance to participate,” says YMCA President and CEO Nick Parkinson. “It’s why we offer financial assistance to anyone who needs it, and we rely on donations from our generous community to help us do that.”

To donate, visit any YMCA location or northernalberta.ymca.ca/give.

YMCA of Northern Alberta is a registered charity dedicated to building healthy communities since 1907, from providing quality child care and supporting people in their health and wellness, to providing important housing and community outreach programs. The organization’s Northern Albertan region strengthens communities in Grande Prairie, Wood Buffalo, Edmonton, and Red Deer.

For more information, visit northernalberta.ymca.ca.

by rdnewsNOW Staff