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We’re excited to launch our 72 Hours of Impact campaign! Over three days, we will spotlight YMCA programs that make a meaningful difference in the lives of people in our community. Our goal: raise $20,000 for the YMCA Annual Campaign to continue to support these important initiatives.
December 1-December 4, 2025
Make a difference in our community by making a donation of any size to the 72 Hours of Impact Campaign. Your donation stays right here in the Chippewa Valley, impacting your neighbors, friends, and family.
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As food insecurity rises due to the government shutdown and paused SNAP benefits, the YMCA of the Chippewa Valley is stepping in to ensure children in our community are fed. Through our After School Care, Day Camp, School’s Out programs, and summer camps, we provide daily nutritious meals and snacks—ranging from five-component snacks with milk, fruit, vegetables, protein, and whole grains at at-risk sites, to two-component snacks at other locations. In just the 2025 summer, we served over 32,000 meals, and in September, nearly 5,200 snacks. You can help us continue this vital work by making a donation during our 72 Hours of Impact campaign—because for many children, the meals we provide may be their last until school the next day.
Food Program
Cancer survivors in our community rely on LIVESTRONG at the YMCA for strength, healing, and a renewed sense of hope. This free, research-backed program helps survivors rebuild physical stamina, restore emotional well-being, and connect with others who understand their journey. With personalized support from certified instructors, participants regain confidence and reclaim parts of life that cancer tried to take away. To keep this life-changing program accessible to all, make a donation during our 72 Hours of Impact campaign. Your support directly fuels recovery, resilience, and community for local survivors.
LiveStrong at the Y
Learn to Swim
Every child deserves to feel safe and confident around water, and YMCA swim lessons make that possible for families across our community. From teaching essential water-safety skills to building confidence through guided instruction, the Y ensures kids learn how to stay safe, have fun, and develop skills that last a lifetime. Many families rely on financial assistance to access these lessons, and your support helps keep them available to everyone—regardless of ability to pay. Make a donation during our 72 Hours of Impact campaign to help more children learn to swim and stay safe in the water.
Pedaling for Parkinson's
Pedaling for Parkinson’s at the YMCA offers hope, strength, and improved quality of life for those living with Parkinson’s disease. Through high-cadence cycling and supportive coaching, participants experience meaningful benefits—better mobility, reduced symptoms, and a renewed sense of control. This program creates community, connection, and encouragement for individuals and families navigating a challenging diagnosis. To keep Pedaling for Parkinson’s accessible at no cost to participants, make a donation during our 72 Hours of Impact campaign. Your contribution helps empower those living with Parkinson’s to keep moving forward.
Youth Sports
YMCA Youth Sports give kids far more than a game—they build confidence, teach teamwork, and provide a positive, supportive environment where every child can grow. From basketball and soccer to volleyball and tee-ball, our programs focus on skill development, character building, and fun, ensuring all kids feel welcome and encouraged. Many families rely on financial assistance to participate, and your support helps keep these opportunities accessible to everyone. During our 72 Hours of Impact campaign, we’re asking for donations to help more children experience the joy, connection, and lifelong benefits of YMCA Youth Sports.
The YMCA’s Brain & Body program provides vital physical, cognitive, and emotional support for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and their caregivers. Through guided movement, brain-stimulating activities, and a compassionate, community-centered environment, participants experience improved strength, social connection, and moments of joy and clarity. Caregivers also receive encouragement and respite, knowing they are not facing this journey alone. To keep this impactful program accessible to families who depend on it, we’re inviting supports to donate during our 72 Hours of Impact campaign. Your contribution brings hope, connection, and meaningful support to those navigating Alzheimer’s in our community.
Brain & Body
YMCA Adult Sports offer community members a fun, healthy way to stay active while building friendships and strengthening overall well-being. From basketball and pickleball to volleyball and recreational leagues, these programs create space for adults of all ages and abilities to move, connect, and de-stress. Many participants rely on accessible pricing to stay engaged, and your support helps keep these opportunities open to everyone. During our 72 Hours of Impact campaign, donate to ensure adults in our community can continue benefiting from the health, camaraderie, and connection that YMCA Adult Sports provide.
Adult Sports
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Sober Strong at the YMCA provides a safe, supportive space for women navigating recovery from substance abuse. Through guided discussions, wellness-focused activities, and a community of understanding peers, participants find strength, encouragement, and accountability on their journey toward healing. The program helps women rebuild confidence, form meaningful connections, and access the emotional support they need to stay on track. To ensure Sober Strong remains free and accessible to every woman who needs it, we’re inviting supports to make a donation during our 72 Hours of Impact campaign. Your contribution fuels hope, empowerment, and lasting recovery in our community.
Sober Strong
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Membership for All ensures that every individual and family—regardless of financial situation—has access to the YMCA’s wellness programs, community support, and life-changing opportunities. From fitness and swim access to youth programs and chronic disease support, the Y removes financial barriers so everyone can belong, grow, and thrive. With rising need in our community, your help is essential to keep this support available. During our 72 Hours of Impact campaign, we’re inviting supporters to make a gift to strengthen Membership for All. Your contribution opens the doors of the Y to those who otherwise couldn’t afford it, creating a healthier, more connected community for all.
Membership for All
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