Everyday Hero Monthly Giving
a hero is admired for having done something very brave, having achieved something great
Cambridge Dictionary
Heroes are everywhere; they are teachers, mail carriers, nurses, housekeepers, and more.
We all demonstrate heroism daily in words or deeds that help make every day better for another.
In short, there is a hero in all of us; we invite you to share your heroism by becoming an Everyday Hero with the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit serving Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne counties.
Support the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit with a monthly donation and become an Everyday Hero
As a YMCA Everyday Hero, you can select one of four heroic actions. Your monthly contribution will improve lives every day.
Healthy Communities Hero $10
- Reduce hunger by providing free healthy snacks and meals to a school-age child
- Provide a senior with a week of meals during the holidays
- Provide a family with a safe affordable place and activities to connect with one another and their neighbors
Healthy Living Hero $25
- Eliminate the social isolation of a senior by providing affordable health and wellness group exercise
- Prevent a child from drowning through water safety and swim lessons
- Improve chronic illness survival through evidence-based health programs like LIVESTRONG at the Y and extend a life
Youth Development Hero $50
- Protect a child by providing a safe space for them during the critical hours between 3-6 pm
- Decrease summer learning loss by providing affordable educational activities for a child to attend summer camp
- Increase high school completion by providing career and college preparation for a teen
Social Responsibility Hero $100
- Support all three core impact areas and more…
Thanks, in advance, for your heroic generosity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my donation tax-deductible?
Yes! The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization. Retain your receipt for your records. We’ll send it to you via email upon successful completion of your donation.
I pay monthly membership dues. Don’t they support the Y?
While membership fees help us to maintain our health and fitness facilities, charitable gifts support a variety of free and essential community programs for youth and families.
What programs are supported by donations?
Programs reliant on donor funding include financial assistance for camp and after-school, evidence-based health programs, food and meal programs, leadership and college access programs for teens, and much more.
Why give monthly?
There are so many reasons!
- Monthly giving keeps community support active and ensures we can respond to emerging needs quickly
- Monthly giving is simple, easy, and cost-effective.
- Monthly giving provides predictable revenue. Your gift supports the mission work of the Y and helps us avoid peaks and valleys of donations, ensuring we can spend more time on strategic planning, training, and serving our community
How much do I need to give to join Everyday Heroes?
At the Y, we know first-hand that small actions lead to big impact. Whether you can give $10, $25, $50, or $100, together we can make an impact on our community that will result in so much more!