Generosity blooms: 117 donors raised $12,000+ at YMCA’s Day of Giving, represented by pinwheels in the Garden of Gratitude on the front lawn.
EVANSTON, IL – The McGaw YMCA experienced a whirlwind of generosity at its first-ever Day of Giving on May 1. This 24-hour fundraising event brought support from Y members, donors, staff, and neighbors alike, all uniting to help ensure that the YMCA’s essential programs and services remain accessible to every community member.
The front lawn at 1000 Grove Street blossomed into a Garden of Gratitude, filled with pinwheels symbolizing the 117 donors who together gave over $12,000 for the Day of Giving. Thanks to a generous matching donation, every contribution to McGaw Y on May 1 was doubled, reaching a total of over $24,000.
Donations of all sizes from the Day of Giving will make a tangible impact in sustaining the YMCA’s critical services, from early childhood education and nutritious meals for children to affordable housing, camps, and life skills like swimming. Every dollar donated to the McGaw YMCA stays local, helping people connect to their potential, purpose, and each other, nurturing brighter futures for all.
Monique Parsons, President/CEO of the McGaw YMCA, expressed heartfelt gratitude through a video message, extending thanks to supporters for their unwavering commitment.
WATCH VIDEO
Explore the local impact of your generosity at the YMCA by visiting www.mcgawymca.org/give/annual.