The Ocean Community (Arcadia, Westerly/Pawcatuck & Mystic) Y’s annual campaign raises money that directly funds (100% of donation) the Y Cares Financial Assistance Program to: - Provide financial aid for families and individuals - Afford everyone the opportunity to be a part of the Y community - Ensure that no person is turned away from the Y due to their inability to pay - Promote The Y’s dedication to healthy spirit, mind and body for all

1. THE OCEAN COMMUNITY Y
REACH OUT TO YOUTH CAMPAIGN

2. WHAT IS THE REACH OUT TO YOUTH CAMPAIGN?

3. REACH OUT TO YOUTH
WHAT IS REACH OUT TO YOUTH?
• The Y’s annual campaign raises money that
directly funds the Y Cares Financial Assistance
Program to:
• Provide financial aid for families and
individuals
• Afford everyone the opportunity to be a part
of the Y community
• Ensure that no person is turned away from
the Y due to their inability to pay
• Promote The Y’s dedication to healthy spirit,
mind and body for all

4. WHO DOES REACH OUT TO YOUTH BENEFIT?

5. REACH OUT TO YOUTH
WHO BENEFITS FROM MONEY RAISED?
The money raised directly benefits:
• Children
• Teens
• Adults
• Seniors
• Students
• Families
• The Ocean Community
• The Arcadia Y
• The Westerly Y
• The Mystic Y

6. PROGRAMS FUNDED

7. REACH OUT TO YOUTH
PROGRAMS FUNDED BY DONATIONS?
The money raised directly funds:
• Friday night Teen Nights
• Providing safe, supervised activities
• Healthy Kids Day & Collaborations
• Family Events
• Celebrate with Santa
• Jack-o-lantern Jamboree
• The School’s Out Program for the Chariho
school district
• Wellness classes for the seniors of
Richmond Senior Center
… Along with many other community programs

8. REAL-LIFE CONNECTION

9. REACH OUT TO YOUTH
SAFETY FOR OUR NEIGHBORS
Jami is a widowed, single, working mother of three:
• Aiden – 5 years old
• Andrea – 6 years old
• Ariel – 8 years old
She is a hard worker trying to provide the best that she
can for her children, but regardless money is limited
since she is the sole provider.
Jami does not have the money to afford childcare and
her place of employment is not all that understanding
of her situation. Needless to say, she could not afford
working less.
The Y has Jami and her babies backs. Because of the
Y Cares Financial Assistance Program Jami’s
children will receive safe, supervised afterschool care.

10. THE Y’S IMPACT ON MY LIFE

11. REACH OUT TO YOUTH
PERSONAL IMPACT
In 2010, I had reached a record high in regards to my
weight. My body image was beyond negative and I was
the epitome of self-conscious and down on myself. I
felt gross and ugly and did not physically like who I saw
when I looked in the mirror. I had no confidence
whatsoever.
The Y changed that. After signing up for my
membership, I began going to the Y close to every
morning. After lots of hard work and dedication I
dropped 30 pounds and reached the healthiest and
happiest time of my life.
I want others to have the opportunity I did, which is why
this campaign means so much to me.
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12. A CALL TO ACTION

13. REACH OUT TO YOUTH
CALL TO ACTION
So, how can you help? Great question!
Consider making a pledge (or promise) to me to donate
to the Y this year. You can schedule a date to make a
donation, make monthly payments or even donate today.
The money raised will be used to provide financial
assistance to individuals and families, so, like us, they too
can take advantage of the Y’s wonder services – so much
more than simply a workout facility.
100% of donation benefits community members (no
administration percentage, etc.)
Yes, your donation is tax deductible!
Y members pay membership fees to belong to the Y, but
these membership fees are used towards operational
expenses such as utilities, employee salaries, equipment,
etc. These fees are not used to provide financial assistance
to others. Hence, why this campaign is so important for the
ocean community.

14. The Nitty-Gritty

15. REACH OUT TO YOUTH
DONATION AMOUNT DETAILS
$90 - A preschooler can learn critical skills in a session of
swim lessons.
$200 - A child can receive a full year youth membership and
develop skills to do better in school.
$460 - A child can gain confidence and make lasting
memories in two weeks at summer day camp.
$700 - A child can receive one month of before and after
school programs, offering their parent or guardian peace of
mind.
$1,680 - A family can “join the Y” for two years and spend
quality time together.
$2,500 - 35 children can learn the value of teamwork and
participate in a youth basketball program.
$5,000 - 10 high school students can build leadership skills
and self-esteem in the Leader’s School Program.

16. THANK YOU!
CONTACT
Allison Souza
(860) 886-3102 (Mobile)
souzaallisonm@gmail.com
PLEASE CONTACT ME FOR A PLEDGE FORM TO SCHEDULE A DONATION WITHIN 2015 OR
DONATE TODAY (SELECT ARCADIA ANNUAL SUPPORT CAMPAIGN 2015 & ALLISON SOUZA
UNDER “PLEASE HELP US APPLY YOUR GIFT)