Ways to Give
Every donation you make to YMCA of Southwestern Ontario goes towards helping people in our communities live healthier, more fulfilling lives. Whether you want to provide ongoing support, pay tribute to someone or leave a legacy, there are many ways to give to the YMCA in addition to a one-time donation.
Donate
Make a one-time or monthly gift conveniently online. You can also make a donation at any of our locations or by mail: Development Team, 165 Elmwood Ave E, London, ON N6C 0A8
Gifts of Securities
Support your Y with a donation of publicly listed securities that are exempt from the capital gains tax.
Participate
Getting involved in a YMCA fundraiser lets you support your community in a meaningful way! Learn more about our fundraising events happening throughout the year and region.
Will and Estate Gifts
Including the Y in your estate or long-term financial planning lets your passion for our community live on for future generations. If you would like to leave a bequest or make a gift of life insurance, we can help you plan your gift.
Support
Your gift can support buildings, camps and programs across our YMCA region with unique opportunities to be recognized for your gift.
Your Impact
Through the support of our donors, our programs have a positive impact on the health and well-being of many in our community. Learn more about how your gift ignites the potential in people.
Our Collective Impact
It’s an important time for Canadian YMCAs. Our local communities need the Y like never before. We’re proud to extend our reach and impact across the region, including the following from the past year:
Million in Financial Assistance for Health & Fitness
Weeks of day camp provided
Newcomers connected to Y services
Kids in Child Care
Need help making your donation? Please contact us!
Christina Harley
VP, Development
519.907.5500 x 1152
Kaitlin Brotzel
Manager, Annual Fundraising
519-907-5500 x 1150
Mary Nikolakakos
Senior Development Officer
(Major Gifts and Planned Giving)
226.577.2569
Art Stirling
Development Officer
(Chatham-Kent)
519-360-9622 x 1155
Sarah Kirk
Development Officer
(St. Thomas-Elgin)
519.852.2284
Elyse Duchesne
Development Officer
(Sarnia-Lambton)
647.215.1450 ext. 1157
Angela's Y story
“My Family and I became members to the YMCA in 2008. At this time we heard about the Strong Kids Program which was able to assist us in to being able to afford our membership. Our lives have changed so much over the past 7 years. I became a single mom shortly after getting the membership at the YMCA. My children became very involved in the programs that were offered to them. My son did swimming lessons and the Mini Y with teacher Pat. My Daughter enjoyed the play zone and free swim with my son and I. They both became great little swimmers and Faith learned how to walk with the life guards pool side. A lot of milestones happened at the YMCA.
I'm now the strongest I have ever been. I feel confident, strong and I never feel alone. I want to say thank you to everyone at the YMCA and everyone who have donated to the YMCA Strong Kids program. Without them I would not be where I am today and my journey still continues.”