YMCA 24- Hours Community Impact Raises $6,525

Bonita Springs YMCA Community Impact Campaign Gains Momentum After Successful 24-Hour Giving Challenge- April 9th- 10th
Bonita Springs, Fla – (April 24, 2024) – The Bonita Springs YMCA, a branch of the YMCA of Southwest Florida, is thrilled to announce the success of its recent 24-hour Giving Challenge, held on April 9th-10th. “Thanks to the community’s incredible support and a generous matching donation, the YMCA raised an impressive $6,525 to support its vital programs and initiatives,” stated Angel Cerritos, District Executive Director of the Bonita Springs YMCA.
The 24-hour Giving Challenge served as a powerful testament to the generosity and commitment of the Bonita Springs community to making a positive impact on the lives of local youth and families. The funds raised during this event will be crucial in furthering the YMCA’s mission to provide academic support, food security, and a safe space for children and families facing financial hardship.
The Bonita Springs YMCA is also excited to announce that the Community Impact Campaign will continue through the end of May to make an even more significant impact in the local community. Every donation received will directly support the YMCA’s scholarship program, ensuring that children and families in need have access to the resources and support they need to thrive.
“Your donation isn’t just a financial contribution; it’s an investment in the future of our youth and the well-being of our community,” said Cerritos. “It’s a commitment to ensuring that every child, regardless of their background, has access to the resources and support they need to reach their full potential.”
The Bonita Springs YMCA is grateful for the continued support of its donors and partners. With your help, we can continue to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who need it most.
To contribute to the Bonita Springs YMCA Community Impact Campaign and help us reach our overall goal, please visit https://www.ymcaswfl.org/give or call 239-333-1669.
The Board of Directors would like to thank donors for considering partnering with the Y to provide scholarships to children and families with financial hardship.
About YMCA of Southwest Florida
YMCA of Southwest Florida is a leading non-profit strengthening the Southwest Florida community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Driven by its founding mission, the Y has been a leading non-profit committed to strengthening the community for over 175 years. The Y empowers everyone, no matter who they are or where they’re from, by ensuring access to resources, relationships, and opportunities for all to learn, grow, and thrive. By bringing together people from different backgrounds, perspectives, and generations, the Y aims to improve overall health and well-being, ignite youth empowerment, and demonstrate the importance of connections in and across Manatee, Sarasota, Charlotte, Lee, Desoto, Hendry, and Glades Counties.
Bonita Springs YMCA, a branch of the YMCA of Southwest Florida, opened its doors in the spring of 2005. For more information on the Bonita Springs YMCA, please visit https://www.ymcaswfl.org/location-bonita and Facebook @BonitaSpringsYMCA or call 239-333-1669.