YMCA of the Fox Cities

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Support the YMission in Action

A PLACE TO BELONG. A REASON TO GIVE.

Your gift makes a difference in the Fox Cities.

The Y belongs to all of us. It’s part of everyday life, from first swim lessons to fitness classes, from childcare to programs for older adults. It’s where people show up, connect, and belong. When you give, you help remove financial barriers and open the door to programs and services so everyone has a place at the Y.

Making a Difference

Ways to Give

Whether you make an annual gift, planned gift, or join us at a special event, every contribution helps the Y fulfill its mission in our community.

Mission In Action Campaign

Mission In Action Campaign

Donations to the Mission in Action Campaign help keep the Y within reach for everyone. Your gift reduces financial barriers so children, families, and individuals can access programs and feel connected.

Legacy Giving

Legacy Giving

Leave a lasting impact through planned giving. These gifts support the Y’s endowment and help ensure programs and opportunities are here for generations to come.

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer Opportunities

Give your time to support Y events and programs. Volunteers help create positive experiences, build connections, and strengthen our community.

Making a Difference

Wondering what your gift can do in our community? Here’s a few ways you can make a difference.

Golf Outing

All proceeds from the YMCA of the Fox Cities’ Annual Golf Outing benefit the Mission in Action Campaign, which provides financial assistance and program scholarships for the members of our community who need it the most. This year’s outing is on August 24, 2026.

Event Partnership Opportunities

Event Partnership Opportunities

Help ensure everyone in our community has the opportunity to learn, grow, and belong. Partner with the Y through events like our Annual Golf Outing and Christmas Concert and be recognized as a community-focused leader.

Share Your Y Story

Share Your Y Story

Sharing your story can inspire others to support the Y and help more people understand why our mission matters. Whether big or small, your story is meaningful and can be shared in a way that feels comfortable for you.

Why We Give

Every gift to the YMCA of the Fox Cities goes to work right away — funding financial assistance, programs, and outreach that strengthen our community. Hear from people whose lives have been greatly impacted by the Y.

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Creating Confidence

Providing Possibilities
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Providing Possibilities

Supporting Families
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Supporting Families

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Frequently Asked Questions

Membership dues cover operating costs such as staff wages, building maintenance and repairs, new equipment and more. Donations help ensure that the vital programs we offer remain accessible to people who want to participate in Y programs and services but are unable to do so due to their financial circumstances.

Yes. The YMCA of the Fox Cities is a nonprofit organization classified by the Internal Revenue Service as a 501(c)(3) corporation. Based on that designation, all contributions to the YMCA are considered tax-deductible. Our EIN is 39080619.

We accept online donations, Venmo, credit card, and card on account for members. Cash or check donations can be made at any YMCA branch location. For bank draft, stock gifts, or planned giving, please contact our Resource Development team for next steps.

Your support is important. As a member of the community, you benefit from having a strong YMCA in your neighborhood. Everything the Y does contributes to making individuals and the community stronger. Thanks to the generosity of donors to the Mission in Action Campaign, thousands of individuals and families have the support they need to grow and become the best versions of themselves through Y programs and services.

We are thankful for United Way’s partnership, which helps sustain our Early Childhood Child Care and Extended Day Learning Program. Their funding is restricted to these areas. Other donations are essential to sustaining access and financial assistance across all YMCA programs.

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