GIVING THANKS & GIVING BACK
YMCA of Greater Monmouth County News | Nov. 2022 View as Webpage
CEO Update
Dear YMCA Friends,

As we welcome another season of gratitude and giving, I want to simply say THANK YOU for helping our Y to be here for all who need us.

As a member, donor, volunteer, staff, or partner — you are helping others access wellness and chronic disease programs, affordable child care and camp, basic needs like diapers and warm clothing, and vital mental health support.

You are part of a healthy community that cares for it's most vulnerable individuals, and we are grateful. On behalf of our Y Team and Board of Directors, cheers to YOU and Happy Thanksgiving!

Laurie Goganzer, President & CEO
YMCA of Greater Monmouth County
CELEBRATING COMMUNITY
34TH ANNUAL DR. KING COMMEMORATION & ESSAY CONTEST
Celebrate the vital work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and today's civic leaders with the Y and esteemed partners on Friday, Jan. 13, 7 a.m. at the Sheraton, Eatontown.

Join us as we honor:
> Pastor Kerwin Webb
MLK Human Dignity Award

> Senator Vin Gopal
YMCA Social Responsibility Award

> Yulissa and Jayden Gomez
YMCA Togetherhood Champion Award

We'll hear from keynote speaker Reverend Dale Caldwell, pastor of Covenant United Methodist Church, and lift the voices of our MLK youth essay winners!

Enter our youth essay contest by Dec. 2.
BRINGING JOY FOR THE HOLIDAYS
ANNUAL HOLIDAY SUPPORT DRIVE
Help us bring joy to families in need this season by giving to the annual Holiday Support Drive hosted by our YMCA Counseling & Social Services.

Purchase a $25, $50 & $100 Amazon, Visa, Walmart or Target gift card, or unwrapped family game and drop to select YMCA locations by Dec. 2. Donations will be hand-delivered to designated families of our Y's behavioral health services in time for holiday shopping, and a wrapping event at Bayshore Family Success Center.

Learn about giving that helps empower families, and thank you for your generosity!
NOVEMBER TOGETHERHOOD®
NOURISHING OUR NEIGHBORS IN FREEHOLD
Help our Y's Togetherhood team nourish families this Thanksgiving by dropping non-perishable food items to Freehold Family YMCA.

Then join us as a Togetherhood volunteer to distribute food to our local community in need.
TREE-DECORATING FOR 180 TURNING LIVES AROUND SHELTER RESIDENTS
Sponsored by the Red Bank Family YMCA Advisory Council, this holiday tree-decorating project will brighten spirits for residents of 180 Turning Lives Around, a shelter for survivors and families affected by domestic violence.

Pick up a tree at the Red Bank Family YMCA, decorate and return by Dec. 5.

Thanks for giving! Stay connected to Togetherhood® events > ymcanj.org/togetherhood.
WELL-BEING FOR ALL
UNWRAP THE GIFT OF GOOD HEALTH, NOV. 25-DEC. 31!
This holiday season, gift the gift of good health to yourself or those you care about. Buy two months of membership, get one month free!

Gift of Health memberships may be purchased online and in person at the welcome desk starting Nov. 25. Gift cards must be purchased in person only.

> No Contract, No Commitment
> Unlimited Swim & Fitness Classes
> Access to all 3 Branches in Old Bridge, Red Bank, Freehold and Freehold Swim Club

PLUS, YMCA360, a 24/7 on-demand video platform offering 1000+ exclusive exercise classes and lifestyle programs.

E-mail membership@ymcanj.org for more information and to ask about our financial assistance.
FIND YOUR Y COMMUNITY AT NOVEMBER EVENTS
Our Y team are planning events that bring people together in the spirit of fun and wellness. Grab a friend and join us at YMCA locations!
THANKGIVING HOURS
Nov. 24, 7-11 a.m.
Freehold, Old Bridge, Red Bank
SAFE-GUARD LOVED ONES WITH SUICIDE PREVENTION
Thanks to all who joined our Y's QPR suicide prevention training, learning simple steps to recognize warning signs and connect those in crisis to critical support.

Hear from our team on the importance of prevention and look for more opportunities to engage with the Y's Counseling and Social Services to strengthen our greater community.
NURTURING POTENTIAL
SIGN UP FOR YOUTH
PROGRAMS & EVENTS
Join us for programs that help children and teens be healthy and reach their fullest potential!

> School's Out Camps, ages 5-12 yrs.
> Preschool Playdate, ages 1-5 yrs.
> Little Artists, ages 3-6 yrs
> Music & Movement, ages 3-8 yrs.
> Basketball Clinics, ages 6-11 yrs.
> Live Y'er Youth & Preschool Sports
JOIN OUR TEAM TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE
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, facilities, aquatics, membership, and more!
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.