N LEARN SWIM EXPLORE SMILE ADVENTURE FRIENDS EMORIES PLAY CLIMB SING GROW FUN SUMMER PPY NATURE LEARN EXPLORE HIKE GROW SUMMER VENTURE SWIM RUN FRIENDS SUN SWIM NATURE MILE LAUGH CLIMB SING GROW FUN SUMMER VENTURE PLAY HAPPY RUN LEARN SWIM EXPLORE ILE ADVENTURE FRIENDS MEMORIES PLAY CLIMB SING ROW FUN SUMMER HAPPY NATURE LEARN EXPLORE E GROW SUMMER ADVENTURE SWIM RUN FRIENDS N SWIM NATURE SMILE LAUGH CLIMB SING GROW UN SUMMER ADVENTURE PLAY HAPPY RUN LEARN WIM EXPLORE SMILE ADVENTURE FRIENDS MEMORIES LAY CLIMB SING GROW FUN SUMMER SUN NATURE RN EXPLORE HIKE GROW SUMMER ADVENTURE SWIM UN FRIENDS SUN SWIM NATURE SMILE LAUGH IMB SING N LEARN SWIM EXPLORE SMILE ADVENTURE FRIENDS EMORIES PLAY CLIMB SING GROW FUN SUMMER PPY NATURE LEARN EXPLORE HIKE GROW SUMMER VENTURE SWIM RUN FRIENDS SUN SWIM NATURE MILE LAUGH CLIMB SING GROW FUN SUMMER VENTURE PLAY HAPPY RUN LEARN SWIM EXPLORE CAMP SILVER LAKE 2018 SUMMER CAMP GUIDE MIDDLETOWN FAMILY YMCA
About Our Camp WELCOME Welcome to Summer Day Camp at Silver Lake Elementary School and Park. Summer day camp is an amazing opportunity for your child to make friends and have fun in a safe and supervised environment. We provide a wide range of activities including arts and crafts, music, nature education, field trips, character development, outdoor games, and swimming. We hope your child enjoys their camp experience at the YMCA and will make long lasting friendships and memories. WHAT WILL YOU DO AT Camp Silver Lake? CAMP STRUCTURE EXPLORERS CAMP: Completed K-1 st Grades ADVENTURERS CAMP: Completed 2 nd -3 rd Grades VOYAGERS CAMP: Completed 4 th -5 th Grades PIONEERS CAMP: Completed 6 th -8 th Grades LEADER IN TRAINING (LIT) PROGRAM: Completed 8 th, 9 th and10 th Grades SPORTS CAMP: Completed 2 nd -8 th Grades 1 2 CONNECT. Build lasting friendships and lifelong memories. CELEBRATE. Start each day at 8:45 a.m. with a fun-filled, high energy meeting. Every Friday, celebrate with an awards ceremony. 7 8 Experience new things and a variety of CREATIVE ACTIVITIES that will keep campers physically fit while spending time in the great outdoors. HAVE THE BEST SUMMER EVER! Every day at Camp Silver Lake is full of fun filled activities with good friends. 3 SWIM. Get your goggles ready! Each group will visit the outdoor pool every morning. 4 5 PLAY GAMES. Shoot some hoops on the court with a game of Knockout, sing songs with friends, or connect with a game of Connect 4. ARTS AND CRAFTS. Explore your creativity at the art station each week. 2018 BEST SUMMER EVER! MAIN PHONE (302) 616-9622 CAMP OFFICE (302) 437-9248 ONLINE www.ysummercamp.org 6 GO ON FIELD TRIPS. Take a trip to the movies, a bowling ally or a water park! Field trips vary by group. 2 (302) 616-YMCA WWW.YSUMMERCAMP.ORG MIDDLETOWN FAMILY YMCA CAMP SILVER LAKE 2018 3
Welcome We want the best for our children. As parents, we strive to fill our children s lives with experiences that will prepare them for the future. A camp experience can be a powerful tool for personal growth. This is why we strive to offer the highest quality camps with the most diverse opportunities. As a parent of four children, I understand the significance of your camp decision. This is why we put so much effort into safety by carefully selecting staff through screenings, background checks, trainings, and supervision. We put tremendous energy into selecting the very best staff to mentor your children. Our summer camps give children the chance to grow in their self-confidence and character. We will teach them daily values that will help them grow into caring adults. We are excited to offer our summer camp at Silver Lake again. I hope this will be a fun-filled experience for your child as he/she learns new camp games, completes creative craft projects, sings silly camp songs, enjoys field trips, and swims daily. Thank you for choosing the Middletown Family YMCA. OUR STAFF At Camp Silver Lake, we believe that staff is our greatest resource. Each staff member undergoes a series of interviews, reference checks, and a complete background/ criminal history check. Our Camp Supervisors have college degrees and extensive camp experience. All camp staff are at least 17 years of age with prior experience working with children. We provide each staff member with a minimum of 20 hours pre-camp training and ALL staff are certified in First Aid and CPR. HOW CAN WE HELP YOU? OLIVIA BRISCOE Child Care Coordinator obriscoe@ymcade.org DAVID HALLEY Center Director dhalley@ymcade.org CHRISTI REAVES Child Care Registrar creaves@ymcade.org Yours In Service, David Halley Center Director 4 (302) 616-YMCA WWW.YSUMMERCAMP.ORG MIDDLETOWN FAMILY YMCA CAMP SILVER LAKE 2018 5
2018 Camp Silver Lake D A T E S CAMP REGISTRATION AND BEACH PARTY JANUARY 26 5-7 P.M. Join us Friday, January 26th from 5-7 p.m. for our Camp Registration Kick-Off and Beach Party. There will be crafts, family Zumba and camp registration staff on-site to get you signed up for the BEST SUMMER EVER! HEALTHY KIDS DAY CAMP OPEN HOUSE APRIL 21 12-2 P.M. Join us as we celebrate Healthy Kids Day, our national initiative to improve the health and wellbeing of kids. This event is open to the community and is a great opportunity to learn about our camp. CAMP ORIENTATION MAY 23RD 6:30-8 P.M. We will be hosting a Camp Orientation on May 23rd from 6:30-8 p.m. at Silver Lake Elementary School. You will have the opportunity to meet our camp supervisor and ask questions regarding summer camp. An overview of camp will be given and information will be provided on daily schedules, newsletters, field trips, staff, and much more. ALL CAMP CELEBRATION WEEK 4: JULY 11 On this special day, all YMCA of Delaware campers join together to participate in camp games, sing-offs, inflatable bounces and water slides! COLOR WARS WEEK WEEK 5: JULY 16-20 During color wars week, we divide the entire camp into two teams; Red vs. Blue. Throughout the whole week, the camp will participate in fun competitions leading up to Friday s final performances of songs, dances and skits. Our kids and counselors always look forward to this exciting week of camp. CAMP FAMILY POOL PARTY JULY 20 5-8 P.M. Bring the whole family and join us for some end of summer fun in the sun. FUN FRIDAY Each Friday campers are asked to join in the fun by dressing up for the Fun Friday theme of the week. This awesome camp tradition will encourage your child to get creative and be silly! WEEK 1: Superheros WEEK 2: Crazy Hair WEEK 3: Patriotic WEEK 4: Crazy Socks WEEK 5: Color Wars Team WEEK 6: Camouflage WEEK 7: Crazy Hat WEEK 8: Mix Match WEEK 9: Summer Luau WEEK 10: Sports Teams 2018 SUMMER CAMP SESSIONS Week 1: June 18-22 Week 2: June 25-29 Week 3: July 2-6 (no camp July 4th) Week 4: July 9-13 Week 5: July 16-20 Week 6: July 23-27 Week 7: July 30 - Aug. 3 Week 8: Aug. 6-10 Week 9: Aug. 13-17 Week 10: Aug. 20-24 6 (302) 616-YMCA WWW.YSUMMERCAMP.ORG MIDDLETOWN FAMILY YMCA CAMP SILVER LAKE 2018 7
TRADITIONAL CAMPS EXPLORERS CAMP COMPLETED K - 1ST GRADE Staff encourage our youngest campers to meet new friends, try new activities, grow in responsibility, and have fun. Exploring and playing outdoors is a big part of their day. STAFF TO CAMPER RATIO - 1:6 WEEKLY FEES: Full Member: $180 / Program Member: $235 WEEK 3 FEES (no camp July 4th): Full Member: $145 / Program Member: $190 ADVENTURERS CAMP COMPLETED 2ND - 3RD Campers build friendships, try new things, learn to become more independent, and are taught to respect others and the nature around them. VOYAGERS CAMP COMPLETED GRADES 4TH -5TH Voyager campers are challenged to make good choices, learn to work coopera tively as a group, and develop new skills through team-building activities. PIONEERS CAMP COMPLETED GRADES 6TH -8TH Our oldest group in traditional camp is given the opportunity to lead and complete more challenging activities. They are also given time to hang out with their friends. STAFF TO CAMPER RATIO - 1:8 STAFF TO CAMPER RATIO -1:10 WEEKLY FEES: WEEKLY FEES: STAFF TO CAMPER RATIO -1:10 Full Member: $180 / Program Member: $235 Full Member: $180 / Program Member: $235 WEEKLY FEES: WEEK 3 FEES (no camp July 4th): WEEK 3 FEES (no camp July 4th): Full Member: $180 / Program Member: $235 Full Member: $145 / Program Member: $190 Full Member: $145 / Program Member: $190 WEEK 3 FEES (no camp July 4th): Full Member: $145 / Program Member: $190 WEEKLY TRIPS (WEDNESDAY): WEEKLY TRIPS (WEDNESDAY): WEEKLY TRIPS (THURSDAY): Week 1 (June 18-22): Xbos WEEKLY TRIPS (TUESDAY): Week 1 (June 18-22): Family Fun Galaxy Week 1 (June 18-22): Jump On Over Week 2 (June 25-29): Westown Movies Week 1 (June 18-22): Mid County Lanes Week 2 (June 25-29): Oasis Week 2 (June 25-29): Brandywine Zoo Week 3 (July 2-6): Oasis (Tuesday trip) Week 2 (June 25-29): Coco Keys Water Park Week 3 (July 2-6): Coco Keys Water Park (Thursday trip) Week 3 (July 2-6): Westown Movies Week 4 (July 9-13): Camp Celebration Week 3 (July 2-6): The Pond Ice Skating Week 4 (July 9-13): Camp Celebration Week 4 (July 9-13): Camp Celebration (Wednesday trip) Week 5 (July 16-20): Roller Skating Week 4 (July 9-13): Camp Celebration (Wednesday trip) Week 5 (July 16-20): Westown Movies Week 5 (July 16-20): Longowood Gardens Week 6 (July 23-27): Bowling Week 5 (July 16-20): Oasis Week 6 (July 23-27): Laserdome Week 6 (July 23-27): Color Wars/Bowling Week 7 (July 30-Aug 3): Family Fun Galaxy Week 6 (July 23-27): Laserdome Week 7 (July 30- Aug 3): The Pond Ice Skating Week 7 (July 30- Aug 3): Milburn Orchards Week 8 (Aug 6-10): Pump It Up Week 7 (July 30- Aug 3): Roller Skating Week 8 (Aug 6-10): Mid County Lanes Week 8 (Aug 6-10): Xbos Week 9 (Aug 13-17): Jungle Jims Week 8 (Aug 6-10): Camp Tockwogh Week 9 (Aug 13-17): Ashland Nature Center Week 9 (Aug 13-17): Pump It Up Week 10 (Aug 20-24): Air Mobility Command Week 9 (Aug 13-17): Westown Movies Week 10 (Aug 20-24): Bowling Week 10 (Aug 20-24): Plumpton Park Zoo Week 10: (Aug 20-24): Friendly s Restaurant NOTE: ALL TRIPS ARE SUBJECT 8 (302) 616-YMCA WWW.YSUMMERCAMP.ORG TO CHANGE MIDDLETOWN FAMILY YMCA CAMP SILVER LAKE 2018 9
SPORTS CAMPS WEEKLY FEES: Full Member: $180 / Program Member: $235 WEEK 3 FEES (no camp July 4th): Full Member: $145 / Program Member: $190 TEEN PROGRAM WEEKLY FEES: Full Member: $100 / Program Member: $130 WEEK 3 FEES (no camp July 4th): Full Member: $80 / Program Member: $100 Sports camps teach children the basic fundamentals of the game, as well as, the various positions, rules, and regulations. Campers will participate in daily warm-ups, practice skills, learn new drills, play scrimmages, and enjoy friendly games. They will also have a weekly field trip and swim times. AGES: Completed grades 2nd - 8th STAFF TO CAMPER RATIO: Approximately1:8 Teen programs at Camp Silver Lake give high school students the chance to have fun while learning real interpersonal skills that will serve them for the rest of their lives. Participants will be able to highlight their experience and service hours in college essays and interviews. LIT (LEADER IN TRAINING) PROGRAM AGES: Completed 8th - 10th Grade Our LIT participants will learn teamwork oriented leadership through a variety of hands-on workshops and volunteer projects. They will work closely with younger campers and will go on weekly field trips with the younger groups. This camp will also help teens discover what it means to be a leader. WEEK SPORTS CAMP Y OF DELAWARE PLAYDAY (Thursdays) SPECIAL EVENT (Friday) Week 1 (June 18-22) Flag Football Brandywine Y Punt, Pass, Kick Week 2 (July 25-29) Soccer Bear-Glasgow Family Y PK Shootout Week 3 (July 2-6) Tennis Brandywine Y Tennis Tournament Week 4 (July 9-13) Basketball Dover Y Skills Challenge Week 5 (July 16-20) Baseball/Softball Middletown Family Y Home Run Derby Week 6 (July 23-27) Dodgeball Brandywine Y Dodgeball Tournament Week 7 (July 30-Aug 3) Basketball Dover Y 3 Point Contest Week 8 (Aug 6-10) Soccer Middletown Family Y PK Shootout Week 9 (Aug 13-17) All Sports Western Family Y Multi-Sport Challenge 10 (302) 836-YMCA (302) WWW.YSUMMERCAMP.ORG 616-YMCA WWW.YSUMMERCAMP.ORG BEAR-GLASGOW MIDDLETOWN FAMILY YMCA FAMILY YMCA SUMMER CAMP DAY SILVER CAMP LAKE 2017 2018 11
CAMP OVERVIEW YMCA OF DELAWARE MEMBERS SAVE $100 OFF ONE AND TWO WEEK SESSIONS! FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS WHERE IS YOUR CAMP LOCATED? The drop-off and pick-up area is located in front of Silver Lake Elementary School. WHAT ARE THE CAMP HOURS? Monday Friday from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. with extended care available from 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. at no additional charge. ARE YOU OPEN ON JULY 4TH? Camp will be closed on July 4th. The cost for most camps this week will be prorated due to only operating for four days. WHAT TO WEAR? Comfortable, lightweight clothing and sneakers should be worn each day. A towel and bathing suit also need to be packed daily. Protec tion from the sun should be considered for outside programs. Keep in mind, many camps are run outdoors and campers will be spending their day enjoying the environment. Old clothes and shoes are recommended. Please be sure everything is labeled with your child s name. IS CAMP OPEN ON RAINY DAYS? Yes! Activities are scheduled in case of inclement weather. Camp has use of the gym or class room space if needed. When choosing clothing, please consider that the camp is an outdoor camp and campers will most likely come home dirtier than usual on rainy days. PROCEDURES SIGN-IN & SIGN-OUT For the safety of every child, parents are required to sign their camper in and out every day. Curbside drop-off is available from 7-9 a.m. in front of Silver Lake Elementary School. A sign-in book and weekly newsletter will be available daily. During the day, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., all children will be signed in/ out at the pool complex. After 4 p.m. all children are signed out in front of Silver Lake Elementary School. Children will not be released to anyone who is not on the pick-up list. Picture identification is required. Please be prepared to bring picture identification every day, as our staff rotates through different shifts. EARLY DISMISSAL The early dismissal book must be completed for any camper leaving camp prior to 4 p.m. Arrangements must be made for early dismissals that occur during field trip hours. LATE PICK-UP POLICIES AND FEES Camp ends at 6 p.m. Anyone who arrives late will be charged a late pick-up fee. There is a $15 fee for arrivals between 6-6:15 p.m. and an additional $15 fee for each consecutive 15 minutes. Parents that arrive late will be asked to sign a late pick-up form. Compensation is due at the time of arrival. FIELD TRIP POLICY All participants are expected to attend all off-site trips as they are scheduled. On field trip days, please encourage your child to wear their camp t-shirt. A weekly newsletter will be provided each Monday and will list weekly field trips. Due to travel time, the camp day may be extended beyond 4 p.m. Please do not send money with your child on field trips. MEDICATION If your child needs medication during the camp day, please bring the medication in its original container with your child s name. You will be asked to complete a medical form on the first day you drop the medication off at camp. Please do not leave the medication with your child. All medication is kept in the medical box located in the pool complex. SICKNESS OR INJURY PROCEDURES Sick children are not permitted to attend camp. Whenever it is necessary to contact you due to sickness or an emergency, we will first call the numbers provided and then proceed to the emergency numbers listed on the child s enrollment forms If a minor injury (i.e. small cut or bruise) occurs during the day, an injury report will be filled out and the parent/ guardian will be notified during pick-up. If a more severe injury occurs during the camp day, the parents will be contacted immediately. ADVENTURE AWAITS AT CAMP TOCKWOGH! Overnight camp on the beautiful Cheasapeake Bay OVERNIGHT SUMMER CAMP Sessions Start June 20, 2018 Mini Camp: COMPLETED GRADES K-5 Traditional Camp: COMPLETED GRADES 2-9 At Camp Tockwogh, we work hard to create a positive experience full of friends, the great outdoors and new adventures. Campers will enjoy tons of activities including SAILING, WATERSKIING, HORSEBACK RIDING, ARTS & CRAFTS, ROPE COURSES, SWIMMING, CAMPFIRES AND MORE! With multiple options to choose from, including one or two week Overnight Camp, three day Mini Camp, or Tickwogh Sail and Ski, we have something for everyone! TICKWOGH SAILING CAMP COMPLETED GRADES 7-10 Tickwogh is perfect for campers who want to hone their sailing skills. Our experienced instructors work with each camper to meet individualized goals through small group instruction, interactive lessons, hands-on drills and water games in the beautiful Chesapeake Bay. RETREATS Camp Tockwogh is the perfect venue for weddings, educational field trips, family reunions, church groups, scouting groups and corporate events. We offer dozens of reasonably priced rustic cabins, year round meeting spaces and tons of facilitator led programs that everyone will be sure to enjoy! TEEN LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS COMPLETED 10TH AND 11TH GRADE Our CIT (Counselor-In- Training) and LIT (Leader -in-training) programs are focused on helping youth develop valuable life skills while creating friendships and memories that will last a lifetime. Teens will participate in daily leadership workshops, service learning opportunities and enjoy an off-site one night trip. Chesapeake Bay For more information and to register for the best summer yet, visit www.ymcacamptockwogh.org! FAMILY CAMP Memorial Day Weekend: May 25-28 Summer s End: August 19-26 Join us for a family vacation that everyone will love! Together you will enjoy all the Tockwogh activities including sailing, waterskiing, horseback riding, arts & crafts, ropes courses and more! We ll bring the food, lodging, activities and FUNyou bring the family. Maryland Middletown Dover YMCA CAMP TOCKWOGH 24370 Still Pond Neck Rd., Worton, MD 21678 (410) 348-6000 12 (302) 616-YMCA WWW.YSUMMERCAMP.ORG MIDDLETOWN FAMILY YMCA CAMP SILVER LAKE 2018 13
GENERAL INFORMATION CAMP AGES AND FEES CAMP GRADE COMPLETED FULL MEMBER PROGRAM/ NON MEMBER EXPLORERS K-1ST GRADE $180 $235 ADVENTURERS 2ND-3RD GRADE $180 $235 VOYAGERS 4TH-5TH GRADE $180 $235 PIONEERS 6TH-8TH GRADE $180 $235 SPORTS CAMP 2ND-8TH GRADE $180 $235 LEADERS IN TRAINING 8TH-10TH GRADE $100 $130 *There will be no camp on July 4th. Week 4 pricing is as follows: Full Members: $145 / Program Members: $190 PAYMENT SCHEDULE CAMP SESSIONS BANK DRAFT Week 1: June 18-22 June 1 Week 2: June 25-29 June 1 Week 3: July 2-6 (closed July 4th) June 15 Week 4: July 9-13 June 15 Week 5: July 16-20 July 1 Week 6: July 23-27 July 1 Week 7: July 30-Aug 3 July 15 Week 8: Aug 6-10 July 15 Week 9: Aug 13-17 August 1 Week 10: Aug 20-24 August 1 DEPOSITS: A $40 deposit is due per child, per week, to reserve your spot. ALL DEPOSITS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE and cannot be APPLIED to additional weeks. ANNUAL CAMPAIGN Each branch of the YMCA of Delaware sponsors an annual giving campaign known as the Annual Campaign. With your help, kids and families in need have the opportunity to participate in nurturing and value-based programs, such as Summer Day Camp. If you would like to make a gift, please call our office at (302) 616-9622. All contributions are tax deductible. Thank you for investing in the future of Delaware s youth. REGISTRATION HOW DO I REGISTER? Register online at www.ysummercamp.org or at the Member Services Desk. REGISTRATION CHECK LIST: All past due balances must be paid prior to registration. Register online at www.ysummercamp.org. Provide a non-refundable deposit of $40 per week, per child. Cash, check, credit and debit cards are accepted. NOTE: All deposits and field trips are non refundable. Camp must be paid in full two weeks prior to the start of the registered week. Payment option must be selected on registration form. PAYMENT OPTION #1 - Automatic Deduction (Payments taken from checking, savings, credit or debit card supplied) PAYMENT OPTION #2 - Pay in Full Provide child s current shot record prior to camp beginning. Be sure we have a valid email address on file. REGISTRATION DEADLINES: Camp registrations are due two weeks prior to the Monday of the desired week. OPEN DOORS FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Thanks to our Annual Campaign contributing donors, financial assistance is available. Scholarship forms are available at the Member Service desk or online. Assistance is given on a first-come, first-serve basis and is determined by financial need. Financial documents requested on the forms must accompany your Financial Assistance application in order to be processed. Applications must be received prior to camp registration. AFTER THE REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS ARE MET: You will receive an email indicating registration confirmation, additional information needed or wait listing options if space is full. PAYMENT PROCEDURE: The remainder of each week s fee is due two weeks prior to the beginning of the session. If the entire weekly fee is not paid off in full 2 weeks prior, your camp will be canceled and the next person on the wait list will be added. If there is no wait list and there is still a spot available, a $25 late fee per child will be assessed. BANK DRAFT: All camp balances can be set up for automatic withdrawal from your bank s checking, savings, and debit/credit card account. If you register online, you will automatically be setup for Bank Draft. For any automatic withdrawals that are returned, those camp weeks will be canceled. If there is no wait list and there is still a spot available, a $25 late fee per child will be assessed. CANCELLATION & CHANGE REQUIREMENTS: Any cancellation or change must be submitted in writing two weeks prior to the change or cancellation date. For example, cancellation for week three would need to be received in writing by the Monday of week one. All changes are subject to space availability and are not guaranteed. Please remember, when canceling, all deposits are non-refundable. If we do not receive proper notification, all money paid will not be refunded for that week. See cancellation and change form online. 14 (302) 616-YMCA WWW.YSUMMERCAMP.ORG MIDDLETOWN FAMILY YMCA CAMP SILVER LAKE 2018 15
YMCA OF DELAWARE LOCATIONS BEAR-GLASGOW FAMILY YMCA 351 George Williams Way Newark, DE 19702 (302) 836-9622 BRANDYWINE YMCA 3 Mt. Lebanon Road Wilmington, DE 19803 (302) 478-YMCA CENTRAL YMCA 501 West Eleventh Street Wilmington, DE 19801 (302) 254-9622 DOVER YMCA 1137 South State Street Dover, DE 19901 (302) 346-9622 SUSSEX FAMILY YMCA 20080 Church Street Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971 (302) 296-9622 WESTERN FAMILY YMCA 2600 Kirkwood Highway Newark, DE 19711 (302) 709-9622 MIDDLETOWN FAMILY YMCA 404 N. Cass Street Middletown, DE 19709 (302) 616-9622 WALNUT ST. YMCA 1000 N. Walnut Street Wilmington, DE 19801 (302) 472-YMCA CAMP TOCKWOGH 24370 Still Pond Neck Road Worton, MD 21678 (800) 331-CAMP ASSOCIATION OFFICE 100 West 10th Street Suite 1100 Wilmington, DE 19801 (302) 221-YMCA OUR MISSION The YMCA is an association of people of all ages, ethnic groups and religious affiliations that strives to cultivate the human potential, self-esteem, and dignity of all people. Our organization exists to develop and practice the Christian principles of love, caring, inclusiveness, justice and peace and to enrich the emotional, physical and social life of all individuals, families and our community. CONNECT WITH US! WWW.YMCADE.ORG