When you donate to the BOLL FAMILY YMCA you make METRO DETROIT better through programs focused on: 

Detroit Swims: $100 provides a swimsuit and 8 swim lessons 

Young people in underserved communities often do not learn the critical water safety and swimming skills to keep them safe, which results in a disproportionate amount of deaths and injuries each year. The Y is addressing this important issue by offering free learn-to-swim programs throughout Metro Detroit. Not only are children learning to be confident in the water, they are learning important and potentially life-saving water safety skills, while the program simultaneously creates awareness around the importance of this issue. 

Girls on the Run/STRIDE: $1000 sponsors 1 team in Girls on the Run®/ STRIDE These afterschool programs use the power of running to help prepare youth for a lifetime of self-respect and healthy living with interactive activities such as running, playing games and meaningful discussions culminating in a 5K run. Youth in third through eighth grades learn a greater self-awareness, a sense of achievement and team building skills to help them become strong and self-confident. The Y believes that every child should have the opportunity to participate. Scholarships are awarded so that no child is turned away due to inability to pay. 

Summer Day Camp: $250 provides 1 week of day camp

 Day camp at the Y helps kids form new friendships, strengthen confidence and sharpen character. The Y is also working to close the achievement gap and reverse the trend of summer learning loss throughout Metro Detroit by including educational programs into all of our summer day camps. However, not all children have access to enriching summer experiences. The Y raises funds so everyone, regardless of income or background, has the ability to learn, grow and thrive at camp. Every dollar donated to the BOLL FAMILY YMCA has a lasting impact on the people of DETROIT. Give today for a better us.