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Help Us Close the Gap: Support the Forest Lake YMCA's Fall Giving Campaign

Alex Schmitz is raising money for YMCA of the North
Please help us reach our Annual Fund goal and close the gap we are facing before year-end. Every amount makes a difference in building a bright future for the Forest Lake Y!

Story

At the Forest Lake YMCA, we believe everyone deserves the chance to grow stronger in spirit, mind, and body. This fall, I invite you to join us as a donor and support what moves you.

I first joined the Y 13 years ago as a preschool program staff. From the very beginning, I fell in love with the mission and the people. I remember two children in my class who were on scholarships. Their parents were open about it, and their gratitude was unforgettable. They knew their children had a safe, high-quality childcare center they could afford, an opportunity that changed their family’s life.

Over the years, I have witnessed countless families transformed, lasting bonds created, and personal goals achieved. One of the most profound moments came when a member shared with my staff and me that they had been considering taking their own life. A caring friend had invited them to the Y for coffee and a ForeverWell class. That simple moment of belonging and inclusion saved their life. Stories like this remind me every day why the Y matters.

When you give to the Forest Lake YMCA, you make stories like these possible. You provide scholarships for families, create spaces for connection, and ensure that every person, regardless of age, background, or income, has a place to belong.

I invite you to join us today. Support what moves you, and help change a life.

Donation summary

Total
US$225.00
Online
US$225.00
Offline
US$0.00

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