Make Every Day Better. Give Today.
We believe that everyone—no matter who they are or where they are from—deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential. When you give to the Y, you support critical programs and services for young people, adults and families who need them the most.
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Annual Giving
Make Every Day Better is our Annual Campaign. Its purpose is to provide the investments required today to operate our community impact programs now.
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Monthly Giving
As a YMCA Everyday Hero, your monthly contribution will improve lives every day.
Learn more about how your gift enables us to provide opportunities for everyone to learn, grow and thrive by exploring our initiatives.
Together we make every day better
Every day, investments in the YMCA from people like you:
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- Champions health, wellness, and chronic disease prevention
- Cultivates access and participation in the arts
- Employs and trains youth and young adults
- Feeds hungry youth, families, and seniors
- Helps children and youth learn academics and life skills
- Provides safe welcoming spaces for everyone
- Reduces health disparities through access and education
- Teaches lifesaving water safety skills
Creating healthier communities is a priceless return on your investment.
More Ways to Help
Thank you for considering a gift to the YMCA. We have three campaigns to meet your desire to make the world better:
Make Every Day Better Annual Campaign
Make Every Day Better is our Annual Campaign. Its purpose is to provide the investments required today to operate our community impact programs now.
Heritage Club
Heritage Club is our planned giving program. Its purpose is to provide long-term investments to serve future generations by supporting our endowment and reserves. Learn more at ymcadetroitheritage.org.
If you have questions about making a gift or the possible ways to give to the y, please contact Jennifer Champine, Senior Contribution Systems Manager, at 313-223-2632, or via email at jchampine@ymcadetroit.org.