12 Days of Giving

This holiday season, you’re invited to celebrate the 12 Days of Giving with the Y! From December 13 through the 24, we’ll be sharing ways you can donate to help others “Find Their Y” and create a stronger, healthier community in 2024.

Please consider donating to or getting involved in any of the 12 causes below. Be sure to share our social media posts each day, using the hashtag, #12DaysofGiving! FB: @BRRyallYMCA, Instagram @brryallymca

Day 1 | Find Your Confidence 

Last year, the Y taught 572 children to swim. This helps them find their CONFIDENCE, teaches a lifelong skill, and introduces them to lifelong fun. The cost of swim lessons should never be a barrier to learning this essential skill. Donate today to ensure everyone in DuPage County can have fun and be safe around the water.

Day 2 | Find Your Adventure 

Summer is a time for kids to explore new things and expand the limits of their imagination. At the B.R. Ryall YMCA, every day is a new adventure! Whether building life-long memories or having a blast with new friends at summer day camp, 414 children and teens found their ADVENTURE with the Y this year. Help make camp accessible for all by donating to our scholarship fund.

Day 3 | Find Your Connection 

At the Y, there are no strangers – only friends you haven’t met yet! This year, the B.R. Ryall YMCA served 686 active older adults in our community through classes and programs focused on improving health and mobility. We also offered 4 social activities to help seniors find their CONNECTION with meaningful friendships. Help us continue to strengthen the social fabric of our community by donating to our senior programs.

Day 4 | Find Your Activity

To be our best selves, we need to take care of our whole selves. At the B.R. Ryall YMCA, we have 65+ group exercise classes each week to help members find balance and strength in spirit, mind, and body. Give others the opportunity to find their ACTIVITY and help jumpstart their journey to health by donating to our Annual Campaign.

Day 5 | Find Your Passion 

Sports are just the start of something bigger– besides teaching healthy living principles, they also teach the value of teamwork, help fuel determination, and build character. At B.R. Ryall YMCA, our sports programs serve more than 761 participants this year to help keep them active while igniting their PASSION for something greater. Help give everyone the opportunity to experience sports by donating to our Annual Campaign.

Day 6 | Find Your Purpose 

Whenever a neighbor needs support, the B.R. Ryall YMCA is ready to help with open arms and caring hearts. This year, we have served 23,240 meals through the IL Child Adult Care Food Program. Help us continue to make an impact on hunger in our community and find your PURPOSE by donating to our food program.  

Day 7 | Find Your Friends

The Y is more than just a place to work out. With opportunities to connect with neighbors and join the fabric of the community, members can discover a greater sense of purpose and find their FRIENDS. This year, the B.R. Ryall YMCA  provided 817 individuals with scholarships to ensure all community members have access to our classes and programs. Help us continue to serve our neighbors and friends by donating to the Y.

Day 8 | Find Your Curiosity (roster attached)

Our Safe ‘n Sound Before- and After-School programming, which served 285 children this year, always includes activities that help inspire wonder about the world around us. Guiding children to find their CURIOSITY is key to helping them reach their full potential – donate today to help keep this programming accessible for all.

Day 9 | Find Your Strength

At the Y, our Parkinson’s Programming and LIVESTRONG at the YMCA program create a supportive community that inspires participants to find their inner strength while focusing on their overall health in spirit, mind, and body. Help give your neighbors the opportunity to find their STRENGTH by donating to our Annual Campaign. 

Day 10 | Find Your Voice

We believe young people have the power to change the world. Our Teen Advisory Board is designed to help young people develop the skills and confidence they need to lead positive change in DuPage County and beyond. Help them find their VOICE and keep this program accessible for all by donating to the Y.

Day 11 | Find Your Perspective

At the B.R. Ryall YMCA, neighbors from all backgrounds and walks of life discover common ground and broaden their perspectives. We truly are a community for all, so help us welcome all newcomers with open arms and caring hearts. Find your PERSPECTIVE and donate to ensure that the Y remains accessible to all.

Day 12 | Find Your Joy in Giving

A welcoming place for neighbors in need. Safe spaces for kids to learn & grow. Outreach to seniors who are feeling isolated. Find your cause and then find your JOY IN GIVING this holiday season. Consider volunteering at the Y this upcoming year or make a donation to the cause you feel most passionate about.