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!
December 2025
THIS MONTH AT A GLANCE
I will be looking into hosting a family night for our Y families to join us for one of our food activities this month. I'll reach out with more details once its finalized!
Food activities
Without the support of these partners, programs like this wouldn't be possible!
Salt Lake City & Beyond
MONTHLY REMINDERS
There will be no program at North Park elementary from December 22nd-January 2nd. We have School's Out Camp available for those dates!
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THANK YOU!
WE'RE SO GLAD YOU'RE HERE!
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We're always here to listen! If you have any questions, comments, thoughts, or ideas, please let us know! Here are some important points of contact:
We will be having a small class party the day before winter break. We would love some donations in the form of snacks and drinks, no pressure to do so.
Help us make our classrooms even better by making a donation from our Amazon wish list!
MONTHLY SPOTLIGHT
AMAZON WISH LIST
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Winter party
Giving back & Giving Tuesday
Winter Break
Make sure you are checking your activity calendars to see what we will be cooking/making every Friday!
Ogden, Weber, Davis & Beyond
Make sure to sign up for School's Out Camp before spots fill up! Upcoming dates: 12/12, 12/19, 12/22, 12/23, 12/29, 12/30 ymcautah.community/soc Remember that your child has to attend at least 3/5 days each week to maintain enrollment. Reach out if you need any community resources for food and mental health.
Family night
Our Monthly Spotlight for December is McKinley! She is an amazing example of a student who shows all four of our core values in honesty, caring, respect and responsibility. She is always engaged in our activities and helps other students when I am busy, she invites people to the games she's playing and shows a genuine care and concern for the people around her. You're an amazing kiddo, we're lucky to have you in our program, McKinley! -Mr Monte.
happy holidays from the y!
CONNECT WITH US!
Welcome Desk: 801-466-6299 (call or text!) OR welcomedesk@ymcautah.org (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) Program Director: Grace Fisher gfisher@ymcautah.org Site Coordinator: Monte Etsitty northpark@ymcautah.org
North park Elementary
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.
