The YMCA depends upon its community, so we make it a habit to give back. Last year, we awarded $1,921,269 in Financial Assistance to Y families thanks to our generous donors & sponsors. For Giving Tuesday, we challenged our participants to raise funds for even more kids; this month, we're challenging you. The holidays are just around the corner, and we know that holiday meals, gifts, and travel add up. However, we also know that more than ever kids need community, friendships, and place to learn, grow, and thrive every single day. Will you help us make that happen, with just a small $1-10 donation? Every single penny donated to the YMCA of Northern Utah goes straight to our scholarship fund and ensures that every one has equitable access to a quality program in a safe space. Learn more at ymcautah.org/donate today!
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THIS MONTH AT A GLANCE
Winter Wonderland Breakfast - December 13th - LEARN MORE HERE! Cataleya - December 1st Josué - December 22nd
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Salt Lake City & Beyond
We are thrilled to share some exciting updates with our YMCA family! Please join us in congratulating Ashley Ballew on her promotion to Director of Summer Day Camp. Her passion and dedication to youth programs make her the perfect fit for this role, and we can’t wait to see the amazing experiences she will bring to life. Additionally, we are delighted to welcome Grace Fisher to our Weber Y team as the new Youth Development Director, beginning December 1st. Grace brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in afterschool and childcare programming, and we are confident she will make a positive impact on our community. Thank you for being part of our YMCA family as we continue to grow and strengthen our programs for your children.
MONTHLY REMINDERS
SEL - Communicate to Work Together Snow Day Snack Mix Christmas Tree Workshop Piñatas for Las Posadas SEL - Building Community
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WE'RE SO GLAD YOU'RE HERE!
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SEL - Breaking Stereotypes Winter Village Snowman Snack SEL - Stand Up to Bullying Behaviors
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Hot Cocoa Chemists Winter Solstice Lanterns SEL - Making It Work for Everyone Ugly Holiday Sweaters SEL - Communicate to Work Together
Ogden, Weber, Davis & Beyond
Registration for School's Out Camp is open! Register your child(ren) today at ymcautah.community/SOC Upcoming School's Out Camp dates: Dec.12, Dec. 19, Dec. 22nd, Dec. 23rd, Dec. 29th, Dec. 30th. Winter Break: December 19th - January 4th. Bring home all of your things that you don't want to leave over the Winter Break.
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Welcome to East Ridge's Program Assistant: Ethan Hansen My name is Ethan Hansen. I live in Harrisville, and I'm going to Weber State University with a major in psychology. What I want to do for my career is child-centered therapy. Things that I like to do are: Foosball, 8 ball pool, card games, boardgames, outside games and hikes, and any games that get a lot of people together! My favorite movie is Disney's RocketMan. Something fun to know about me is that I love to laugh!
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Welcome Desk: 801-466-6299 (call or text!) OR welcomedesk@ymcautah.org (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) Program Director: Ashley Ballew Aballew@ymcautah.org Site Coordinator: Hanna Willerton Eastridge@ymcautah.org
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