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The YMCA of Okanagan is inviting adults 50 years of age and older to attend their upcoming Seniors Health Assessment at the Kelowna Family YMCA and H2O Adventure + Fitness Centre this Fall. Each assessment is 45-60 minutes in length and measures a variety of health indicators to help prevent the risk of disease.
Beyond the Bell, a unique after school education program for struggling children, needs employees and volunteers who truly want to make a difference in the lives of children. The success of the program is proven to help these kids with social, literacy and numeracy skills by providing homework help in a fun and welcoming setting.
Jen Vincent and her three kids Annika, Koen and Alexa love spending time playing together at the Y’s Family Play Time. The free drop-in program, facilitated by YMCA trained Early Childhood Educators, provides free gym time, interactive circle activities, educational toys and crafts, and the opportunity for parents to learn about community services and supports.
The RBC Foundation donated a generous $40,000 to the YMCA Connects program to help young adults build their careers by connecting with potential employers.
Coast Capital Savings donated $8,000 through their Community Investments Grant to the new YMCA Connects program, enabling young adults in Kelowna get critical support in their search for long-term sustainable job and career opportunities.
Through the Intact Foundation Better Community Program, and in partnership with CapriCMW Insurance, $7,500 was donated to the YMCA of Okanagan’s Beyond the Bell program to help vulnerable children keep pace with their peers in school.
Big Jacks Golf Tournament raised a total $6,955 for the Y’s Strong Kids Campaign in the most successful tournament to date.
Kelowna Toyota donated $4,000 to the YMCA Okanagan Swims Program, proving swim lessons to 1,400 children for free.
$75,000 raised at the 10th Annual Charity Golf Tournament in support of the YMCA's Strong Kids Campaign.
The YMCA of Okanagan celebrated it’s 2018 achievements and welcomed two new board members at its 2018 AGM. New YMCA Board Members Amy Gopal and Steven Morrison were welcomed by Board Chair, John Duff and Chief Executive Officer, Sharon Peterson.
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