my why: BUILDING STRONG CHILDREN AND TEENS Cynthia Eagan COVINGTON FAMILY YMCA Cynthia Eagan grew up in the YMCA and even met her husband, Vince, at the Y. Once they had children, the Eagans wanted them to be part of the Y, too. Summer day camp gives their six children the opportunity to enjoy activities they love. The kids look forward to spending summers at the Y, where they go on field trips, learn to play chess, swim and practice their favorite sports. Vince and Cynthia see the benefits of the Leaders in Training program, especially with their teenagers. The program taught their oldest son to be a responsible, caring and confident leader in the community. As they watch their children grow, the Eagans see the Y’s critical role in developing them into young adults and leaders. “One by one our children will soon leave home and start their own journeys. One thing they’ll know for sure is that the Y will always be a fun, safe and exciting place to go!” – Cynthia Eagan The Eagans are just one example of how donors give children and families the opportunity to get involved in the Y and grow stronger. How to give To make a gift today, please complete the pledge card and return to: 2140 Newton Drive, Covington, GA 30014, or give online at cvy.ymcaatlanta.org, and click Donate Now. why it matters 2013 Annual Giving Campaign COVINGTON FAMILY YMCA Front Photo: Michelle Lapid Exp. Date Signature To give online, go to cvy.ymcaatlanta.org, and click Donate Now. Cash Discover E-mail Date Please contact me regarding employer gift matching. AMEX VISA Check MC Zip Campaigner Covington Family YMCA 2140 Newton Drive Covington, GA 30014 770-787-3908 cvy.ymcaatlanta.org Your YMCA, reflecting its Judeo-Christian heritage, is an association of volunteers, members and staff, open to and serving all, providing programs and services which develop spirit, mind, and body. Financial assistance is available based on need. The YMCA actively seeks to identify and involve those in need. Phone 1,267 scholarships give families in need access to Y programs. Children and families in our community need the Y now more than ever. Anyone who expresses an inability to pay is offered financial assistance. Scholarships provide opportunities for individuals and families to experience YMCA programs. YMCA MISSION Credit Card # 116 teens gain the confidence to lead and succeed. The Leaders in Training program helps teens gain valuable leadership skills that prepare them to serve their communities. They are equipped with skills and experiences to help them become future business and civic leaders. State 1,010 kids are active and challenged in summer day camp. Day camp provides an affordable and accessible summer program for children that helps to reinforce character development while giving working parents peace of mind. City Covington Family YMCA Name as it appears on card Our why: Address INSPIRE TEEN LEADERSHIP The Y’s teen programs are developing the next generation of leaders by providing a values-centered leadership academy at local Ys and resident camp. Method of Payment: Our programs empower and change lives and transform communities. I would like my gift to remain anonymous. We create programs for every stage of life. as you would like it to appear for recognition WHY GIVE We keep seniors active and involved in the community. Name We keep children active and challenged in summer day camp. We give adults a second chance at a healthy life. month/year We teach kids the value of teamwork through participation in youth sports. We partner with parents to instill values in kids. Monthly Beginning We fight childhood obesity by making exercise fun for kids. Quarterly 4 We give kids the confidence to lead and succeed. One time 3 EMPOWER HEALTHY LIVING As the nonprofit leader for health and well-being, the Y offers programs and activities that impact the lives of thousands of children and adults—encouraging them to live healthier and be more active at every phase of their development. We keep kids from going home alone after school. Pledge Time Frame: 2 IMPROVE ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT With a variety of high-quality, after-school and summer day camp programs, the Y places education squarely at the forefront of future personal and professional success. We inspire a love of the great outdoors for kids at resident camp. In support of the Covington Family YMCA Annual Giving Campaign, I/we pledge $ 1 ENSURE SCHOOL READINESS As the nonprofit leader for youth development, the YMCA is closing the school readiness gap and equipping preschool children with skills to be successful in school. We prepare kids for kindergarten in our early learning centers. Campaign Commitment WHY WE DO WHAT WE DO We impact children, families and communities like no one else. 2013 Annual Giving Campaign Covington Family YMCA More than 20% of our Y community – kids, adults and families – receives financial assistance to participate in our impactful programs. why it matters why it matters Why We Need You