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My family and I have experienced the incredible generosity of the YMCA and their camps, especially Camp Northern Lights. We cherish the outdoors and the connections we make with others who share that passion. However, enjoying these experiences can often come with a financial burden. Without the YMCA's financial assistance, we would not have been able to create such cherished memories, and we hope to continue doing so in the future.

One of the YMCA's core missions is to ensure that no one is denied access to the beauty of nature due to financial constraints. As a non-profit organization, they rely on support from individuals like you and me to provide scholarships for those in need. This is where your generosity can make a profound difference.

I invite you to help us pay forward the kindness that Camp Northern Lights and other YMCA of the North camps have shown us. My personal goal (with the help of you, of course) is to raise $5,000. Every dollar donated will go directly towards helping others experience the healing power of nature. Imagine running through the woods searching for your counselor on a Friday, gliding gently across Bear Island Lake in a canoe, singing songs around a campfire under a blanket of stars of a number that you've never even fathomed, or making lifelong friends across age groups—these are moments that should be accessible to everyone.

At Camp Northern Lights, they are dedicated to breaking down barriers for individuals wishing to attend camp by providing scholarships. However, they cannot do this alone! This year, their ambitious goal is to raise over $120,000 for their annual fund. These funds will directly support their scholarship program and ensure that more families can experience the magic of community and joy in nature.

Please consider making a gift today so that another family can create their own unforgettable memories in the great outdoors.