Greater Joliet Area YMCA

GREATER JOLIET AREA YMCA

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2026 Send a Kid to Camp Campaign Raises More than $205,000

Over the past several weeks, generous Y supporters came together to raise more than $205,000 to help send kids to YMCA camp this summer!

Because of this incredible generosity, our 2026 Send a Kid to Camp Campaign was truly one for the record books – providing more than 4,100 days of camp for children in our community.

Whether by making a personal gift, sharing information about our 2026 Send a Kid to Camp Campaign on social media, or inviting friends and family members to learn more about the Y’s youth development work, we want to thank everyone in the Y community for making an AMAZING difference. With the help of charitable, kids have the opportunity to experience a summer filled with friendship, confidence, and unforgettable memories.

While this year’s campaign has officially come to a close, there’s still time to support the YMCA’s mission and help create opportunities for kids and families all year long.

PLEDGE YOUR SUPPORT TODAY

Thank you for your careful consideration and commitment to making a difference for the kids in our community.

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, all gifts to the Greater Joliet Area YMCA are tax-deductible.

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Constellation Provides Generous $20,000 Donation in Support of YMCA Send a Kid to Camp Campaign

At the Y, we believe that every child should have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive at summer day camp, but we can’t do it alone. Last summer, more than half of the children who attended YMCA camp did so with the support of our financial assistance program – made possible by the generosity of donors.

And with our 2026 Send a Kid to Camp Campaign in full swing, we are excited to announce an incredible $20,000 donation from Constellation. This gift will help support the camp experience of 80 children this summer.

“We are so grateful for the kindness of local businesses like Constellation and the impact charitable giving has on children in our community,” Greater Joliet Area YMCA Chief Business Development Officer Missy Durkin said. “Every gift, no matter the size, makes a difference in helping the Y fulfill our mission of creating safe educational spaces for kids. We can’t thank Constellation enough for their commitment to a shared vision of youth development.”

To ensure that the Y’s mission will continue to thrive and help those kids in our community who need it most, we invite you to make a donation to our Send a Kid to Camp today by clicking here.

Pictured in top photo: (L-R) Morris Hospital YMCA Executive Director Jamie Heitman, Greater Joliet Area YMCA Chief Business Development Officer Missy Durkin, Constellation Outage Scheduler Ryan Stapleton, Constellation Facilities and Maintenance Staff Member Rebecca Perez, Constellation Rad Protection and Site Impact Staff Member Rachel Lobb, Constellation Community Relations Manager Val Runner, Morris Hospital YMCA Youth and Family Director Jordan Overton, Constellation Mechanical Maintenance Staff Member Tony Drapal, and Morris Hospital YMCA Youth and Family Manager Maggie Fowler. 

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SMILES ALL AROUND: Make a Donation to the 2026 Send a Kid to Camp Campaign Today

Summertime at the YMCA is truly a magical season – and one of the most powerful times to see our mission in action throughout our community. Each year, children from across Will and Grundy Counties come to the Y to build confidence, try new activities, form lasting friendships, and discover their full potential.

This year is especially meaningful as the Greater Joliet Area YMCA proudly celebrates 100 years of service to our community. For a century, the Y has been a place where kids and families grow stronger in spirit, mind, and body. From generation to generation, summer at the Y has created lifelong memories and life-changing experiences.

At the Y, we believe that every child should have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive at summer day camp, but we can’t do it alone. Last summer, more than half of the children who attended YMCA camp did so with the support of our financial assistance program – made possible by the generosity of donors like you. To ensure that the Y’s mission will continue to thrive and help those kids in our community who need it most, we need your support once again.

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As we begin our second century of strengthening the community, your investment in local children and families – your friends and neighbors – makes an immediate and lasting impact. We invite you to make a charitable contribution to the YMCA’s 2026 Send a Kid to Camp Campaign. Your gift, in any amount, will help to ensure that every child has the opportunity to benefit from an engaging and impactful summer camp experience at the Y.

Donate today by visiting your local YMCA branch or making a charitable gift online.

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2025 Send a Kid to Camp Campaign Raises More than $93,000

Over the last several weeks, Y supporters generously joined together to raise more than $93,000 to help send kids to YMCA camp this summer!

As we prepare to officially kick-off summer camp season at the YMCA, we’d like to thank everyone who pledged their support, shared information about our 2025 Send a Kid to Camp Campaign on their social media networks, and invited their friends and family members to learn more about the Y’s youth development work. Thanks to the overwhelming support of our generous donors, we are excited to share that our 2025 Send A Kid to Camp Campaign raised enough funds to provide more than 1,850 days of camp for children in our community.

PLEDGE YOUR SUPPORT TODAY

Although our 2025 Send a Kid to Camp Campaign has come to an end, you can still pledge your support for the YMCA’s mission by visiting your local YMCA branch or making a charitable gift online.

DONATE TODAY

Thank you for your careful consideration and commitment to making a difference for the kids in our community.

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, all gifts to the Greater Joliet Area YMCA are tax-deductible.

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SMILES ALL AROUND: Make a Donation to the 2025 Send a Kid to Camp Campaign Today

Summertime at the YMCA is truly a magical time of year and a wonderful opportunity to see our mission at work throughout our community. Each summer, we have the absolute privilege of welcoming kids from across our community to YMCA summer day camp locations in Joliet, Plainfield, Morris, Romeoville, and Bolingbrook. At YMCA summer camp, kids of all ages learn new skills, build self-confidence, create lasting memories, and develop life-long friendships.

At the Y, we remain dedicated to providing a fun, safe, and memorable camp experience for all children, but we can’t do it alone. Last summer, more than half of the children who attended our summer camp program did so with the help of the YMCA’s financial assistance program. This was made possible thanks to precious funds donated to the YMCA by generous donors like you. To ensure that the Y’s mission will continue to thrive and help those children in our community who need it most, we need your support once again.

DONATE NOW

We invite you to invest in the kids in our community by making a charitable contribution to the YMCA’s 2025 Send a Kid to Camp Campaign. Your gift, in any amount, will help to ensure that every child has the opportunity to benefit from an engaging and impactful summer camp experience at the Y. Please know that a donation to the YMCA will help to change the lives of families living right here in our community- your friends and neighbors.

Donate today by visiting your local YMCA branch or making a charitable donation online.

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As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, all gifts to the YMCA are tax-deductible.

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2024 Send a Kid to Camp Campaign Raises Nearly $72,000

Over the last several weeks, Y supporters generously joined together to raise nearly $72,000 to help send kids to YMCA camp this summer!

As we prepare for the official kick-off of summer camp season, we’d like to thank everyone who pledged their support, shared information about this year’s campaign on their social media networks, and invited their friends and family members to learn more about the Y’s youth development work. Thanks to the overwhelming support of our generous donors, we are excited to share that our 2024 Send A Kid to Camp Campaign raised enough funds to provide 1,600 days of camp for children in our community.

PLEDGE YOUR SUPPORT TODAY

Although our 2024 Send a Kid to Camp Campaign has come to an end, you can still pledge your support for the YMCA’s mission by visiting your local YMCA branch or making a charitable gift online.

DONATE TODAY

Thank you for your kindness, compassion, and commitment to making a difference for the kids in our community.

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, all gifts to the Greater Joliet Area YMCA are tax-deductible.

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