WE’RE GLAD YOU’RE HERE
There is no other IL nonprofit quite like the Y. That’s because in 120 communities across the state we have the presence and partnerships to not just promise, but deliver, lasting personal and social change. We know that when we work as one, we can move people and communities forward. That’s why we are committed to providing support to our neighbors and opportunities for kids, adults and families to learn, grow and thrive.
Click on the video below to learn about how the Y is unique and different, an organization that builds community.
This year in the state of Illinois, more than 1,000,000 people* – nearly half of them kids – along with more than 1,900 policy volunteers* and more than 21,000 program volunteers* will come to the Y to learn, grow and thrive. Engaging 120 communities across the state, more than 140 corporate, branch and community school Ys promote youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
* YMCA of the USA’s 2010 Annual Report (2009 figures including special events)
The Y is a cause-driven organization. That’s because a strong community can only be achieved when we invest in our kids, our health and our neighbors.
Our Focus Areas:
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: Nurturing the potential of every child and teen.
HEALTHY LIVING: Improving the nation’s health and well-being.
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: Giving back and providing support to our neighbors.
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What’s New in the State Alliance
Sue Brown, volunteer for the YMCA of Southwest Illinois has been selected as the IL State Alliance nomination to serve on the State of Illinois Youth Development Council. Sue has also been selected to serve of the State Alliance Public Policy Committee.
Andy Thornton, CEO, Sterling-Rock Falls YMCA said that “Sue Brown and her daughter Karrie have been such a huge part of the Collinsville, Maryville, Troy YMCA. Sue is an advocate for her daughter and the YMCA, but she is an advocate for all youth. Sue is a mother of a child with special needs and she knows that having a voice is key to meeting the needs of all children. She is a voice for the YMCA, including sitting on our Board of Directors and serving as our Partner with Youth Chair this past year. Sue helps educate our staff in the Y Association about child development and working with kids with special needs. Sue and her relationship with the YMCA has benefited many. She is a true testimony of what the Y offers and she has the ability to make a difference and influence others.”
Jamie Kucera was named the new CEO/Executive Director of the PAV YMCA (aka YMCA of Berwyn-Cicero) effective January 16, 2012. Joe Kroc, Chief Volunteer Officer said “Jamie has been a member of our Y family for the last 12 years, and has spent the last eight years as our Senior Program Director. She has served as our Interim CEO/Executive Director since October. Jamie has been an integral part of the PAV Y’s success over the years. In addition to her excellent work in programming, Jamie has played a key role in many of our special events, grant writing, fundraising, outreach and marketing. She was also involved in the completion of our recent Strategic Plan. Jamie already has a great understanding of our community and has strong relationships with numerous community leaders that will continue to benefit the PAV Y. With Jamie’s passion for our organization and her exciting new vision, we look forward to her leading the Y to the next level.” Congratulations Jamie!
Chairs, BJ Wilken (Bloomington) and Jill Doerner (Chicago) has announced the 2012 Advocacy Day to be held on Wednesday, February 29th in Springfield, IL.
Like to attend and be part of our Advocacy team? Call your local Y CEO or Executive Director.