Our Supporters

Our Mission Partners provide financial resources to strengthen our community and move us all forward. The continued support of these companies allows the YMCA to carry out our mission - making a meaningful, enduring impact in our community. Thank you for your outstanding and generous support!

Mission Partners of Adult Programs, Corporate Wellness and Youth Sports:

If you or your company is interested in joining with the Y to become a mission partner, contact Nicole Hansen at 260.422.6488.
 

2018 Donors

Thank you to our 2018 YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne donors who helped to strengthen people in spirit, mind and body. View our donor list in our Benefits to the Community here.

Grant Funding Support

As a not for profit organization, the YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne relies on the generosity of
donors and grant funders to continue carrying out our mission through programs and facilities. 

Thank you to our most recent grant funders (updated 9/24/2019):

Zollner Foundation – Engaging vulnerable teens in a variety of opportunities including academic support, summer enrichment, social activities, college and career readiness, leadership training and volunteer service is the purpose of a $30,000 grant from the Zollner Foundation. The funding will support teen programs at the Renaissance Pointe Y

Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne – Helping at-risk youth grow into the best versions of themselves is the purpose of a $45,000 grant. The funding will specifically support teen programs at the Renaissance Pointe Y and the Status Offender Court Alternative Program at the YMCA Youth Service Bureau.

Wells Fargo - Supporting youth programs at the Renaissance Pointe Y, YMCA Youth Service Bureau and 41 YMCA Before and After School sites is the purpose of a $100,000 grant. The grant will help fund Early Childhood Development, School-Age Childcare, Youth Mentorship, and College & Career Readiness programs for vulnerable youth.

The Lutheran Foundation - Providing intensive long-term mentoring, education and support to vulnerable youth to help them create a path to success is the purpose of a $50,000 grant. Funding will be used to hire an additional Youth Advocate in 2020.

Walmart Giving – Supporting the YMCA Trail Buddies program is the purpose of a $1,000 grant. Trail Buddies gives people with disabilities the opportunity to enjoy the freedom and adventure of cycling outdoors by using a specially designed bike. Specifically we will use the funding to purchase bicycles for the “Safetys” - people who ride along to ensure the safety of the pedaler and rider.

Norfolk Southern – Promoting young children’s development at the Wells County Early Learning Center located in the Caylor Nickel Foundation Family YMCA is the purpose of a $1,000 grant. Funding will be used to provide financial assistance to families that cannot pay the full fee.

Grant news is updated quarterly.

Grant Funders (since 2016):

The YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne is a Better Business Bureau Accredited Charity.