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NORTHERN MIDDLESEX YMCA
DONOR NEWS July 2026
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"The program not only allowed me to stay employed, but I never had to question my child's safety or well-being. My child made so many friends and had staff who truly impacted her life."
-Kids' Korner Parent
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My oldest son, who is very shy and not eager to join in with friends, made so many connections this summer. Campers were kind and courteous, and the counselors really drove the acceptance home.
-Camp Ingersoll Parent
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"Wesleyan science students bring hands-on STEM to our Kids’ Korner programs that are organized, engaging and impactful. They also serve as incredible educational role models. - Ben Carlson
-School Age Care Director
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Bright Beginnings
Our Preschool Program has officially relocated to its temporary home on Hamlin Street! Thanks to the extraordinary generosity
of Wesleyan University, which provided 3 years of in-kind facility use during construction, and the incredible support of Liberty Bank and Wesleyan volunteers who helped prepare the space during a community paint day, more than 100 preschool children will continue learning, growing, and thriving in a safe, welcoming environment throughout construction. We are deeply grateful for partnerships that are making our vision possible.
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Learning & Thriving
Your support helps working families access safe, high-quality childcare when they need it most. Through financial assistance, children can learn, grow, and thrive in caring environments while parents work with peace of mind. This summer, our screen-free Summer Enrichment program is building confidence, friendships, and social-emotional skills through hands-on experiences. We're also grateful for our longtime partnership with Wesleyan University, recently recognized with our Community Impact Award, whose students continue to inspire young minds through engaging STEM programming.
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Life Changing Adventures
Every child deserves the chance to experience the confidence, friendships, and lifelong memories that YMCA CAMP INGERSOLL provides. Last summer, donor support made it possible to provide more than $121,000 in camp scholarships and tiered pricing assistance, helping 355 campers experience Camp Ingersoll regardless of their family's financial circumstances. The need continues to grow, and with your help, even more children can discover a summer filled with adventure, belonging, and opportunity. Please help us reach our Send a Kid to Camp goal and ensure every child has the chance to experience the magic of camp.
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The YMCA Heritage Club recognizes the extraordinary generosity of individuals who have chosen to make a lasting investment in the future of the Northern Middlesex YMCA. By including the YMCA in your estate plans or making another planned gift, you help ensure that future generations will continue to benefit from our programs, services, and mission. You do not need to make a cash gift today to become a member of the Heritage Club. Membership is extended to individuals who make a planned gift through one or more of the following:
- Making an outright gift of cash, appreciated securities, real estate, stocks, or other marketable assets.
- Establishing a charitable trust, charitable gift annuity, pooled income fund, retained life estate, or other planned giving arrangement.
- Naming the Northern Middlesex YMCA as a beneficiary of a life insurance policy.
- Including the Northern Middlesex YMCA as a beneficiary in your will or living trust through a charitable bequest.
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Campaign Co-Chair Rich Carella recently announced an exciting milestone as the All Together Better Capital Campaign surpassed $3 million in philanthropic support. While this achievement reflects the incredible generosity of our community, there is still important work ahead. Campaign leadership is actively engaging donors, businesses, and community partners to build momentum toward the next milestone and bring our vision for a stronger YMCA one step closer to reality.
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