December at the Y

HAPPY, HEALTHY HOLIDAYS!

YMCA of Greater Monmouth County News | Dec. 2023 View as Webpage

CEO MESSAGE

Warm Holiday Greetings, YMCA Friends!

While the holidays can be a wonderful time of year to share precious time and gift-giving with loved ones, it can also be a time of stress for many who struggle with basic resources, mental health, and the added cost of holiday shopping. As a charitable organization, our Y’s mission to strengthen the foundations of community has never mattered more. We are steadfast in our commitment to be here for all who need us with just the right support.

We THANK YOU for your part in strengthening lives as a Y member, donor, partner, staff, or volunteer. There are wonderful things ahead for us in 2024 as we get ready to celebrate 150 years of service and support for our greater community! We are planning fun ways to engage members, donors, partners, volunteers and staff in our celebrations. Until then, please take time to slow down, be present, and enjoy the things you love with those you love this holiday season.

Our Y wishes you peaceful, healthy holidays.

~ Happy Hanukkah, Merry Christmas, Happy Kwanzaa and Happy New Year!

Stronger Together,

Laurie Goganzer, President & CEO

YMCA of Greater Monmouth County

GIVE THE GIFT OF GOOD HEALTH

GIFT OF HEALTH MEMBERSHIP PROMOTION THROUGH DEC. 31

This holiday season, give the gift of good health to yourself or those you care about. Buy a special-priced 3-month membership for the price of 2 months!

Gift of Health memberships may be purchased online and in person at the welcome desk through Dec. 31. Gift cards must be purchased in person only.

> No Contract, No Commitment

> State-of-the-Art Equipment

> Unlimited Swim & Fitness Classes

> Access to all 3 Branches in Old Bridge, Red Bank and Freehold

> YMCA360, 24/7 on-demand exercise classes and lifestyle programs

E-mail membership@ymcanj.org for more information and to ask about confidential financial assistance.

> GET THE GIFT OF HEALTH

Our Y branches in Freehold, Old Bridge, and Red Bank are open on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve with special hours to support your good health. We are FREE & OPEN for all to try the Y on New Year's Day, January 1, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.!

> VIEW Y HOLIDAY HOURS

CELEBRATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

35TH ANNUAL YMCA DR. KING COMMEMORATION, JAN. 12

Join us to honor the vital work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and today's civic leaders with the Y and esteemed partners on Friday, Jan. 12, 7:30 a.m. at Ocean Place Resort in Long Branch.

We'll recognize:

> Suzy Dyer

MLK Human Dignity Award

> Ritesh Shah Charitable Pharmacy

YMCA Social Responsibility Award

> Kelly Ellis-Foster

YMCA Togetherhood Champion Award

Hear from keynote speaker Dr. Maysa Akbar, Chief Diversity Officer and Chief of Psychology in the Public Interest, American Psychological Association, and lift the voices of our MLK youth essay winners!

> RSVP & SUPPORT AS A SPONSOR TODAY!

MAKE A DIFFERENCE ON OUR Y TEAM

Learn about our inspiring team and benefits of working for the Y—then apply today for open jobs that transform lives.

Working at the Y helps to build better futures for yourself and your greater community. We're hiring positions in child care, counseling, camp, aquatics, membership, and more!

> View all Part-Time and Full-Time positions.

> FIND YOUR Y CAREER

TOGETHER NEVER MATTERED MORE. The YMCA of Greater Monmouth County is a cause-driven 501(c)(3) charitable organization that believes everyone, regardless of age, income or background, should have the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. For more information about financial assistance or to make a tax-deductible donation, call 732.671.5505, ext. 120 or visit ymcanj.org/donate.

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