YMCA OF CENTRAL VIRGINIA 2023 ANNUAL IMPACT REPORT

2023

ANNUAL COMMUNITY IMPACT REPORT

DOWNTOWN YMCA | JAMERSON FAMILY YMCA | YMCA ON OLD FOREST ROAD

A LETTER FROM OUR BOARD PRESIDENT It’s an exciting time to be a part of YOUR Y! We continue to close in on YOUR Building for a Better Us capital campaign goal.. These campaign funds will drive extensive renovations at our Downtown Y location over the next couple of years.

While the outside of the building will certainly be modernized, the real story is what changes will take place on the inside of the building! YOUR “new” Y will feature a teaching kitchen, kid’s adventure zone, an expanded teen center, community space, and a rooftop terrace! In addition, YOUR YMCA on Old Forest Rd. renovations will soon be complete, providing much-needed improvements to the facility, both inside and out! Last, but not least, we continue to look for ways to improve YOUR member experience at the Jamerson Family YMCA by listening to and making changes based on YOUR feedback! Changes include shifting and enlarging some of our fitness spaces, as well as making better use of the space we have….stay tuned! These exciting changes are made possible by YOU, our generous donors!

YOUR YMCA strives to be a safe and inclusive place for ALL. As they have for over 160 years, the Y will always strive towards lasting personal and social change by working together, investing in our youth, and collaborating with our neighbors, all of which will provide a stronger, more integrated community. - Cindy Forren, YMCA of CVA Board President.

What an exciting year we have had! Because of our communities’ support, we are raising capital dollars to improve our facilities to better serve all inside the YMCAs. Renovations have already occurred at your YMCA on Old Forest Road as well as wrapping-up initial renovations at the Jamerson Family YMCA. In addition, we are in the early stages of a partnership with a local organization to offer Early Childhood Development opportunities, a clear need in the community. Finally, we are committed to developing our teens in the community for opportunities and personal/professional growth; the national YMCA signature program called Leaders Club has kicked off! Thank you for your continued support as we continue to serve for greater community impact. - Rosemary Suess, Interim CEO

WHAT’S INSIDE Message from Y Leadership Our Mission and Vision Commitment to Diversity and

MISSION To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

Inclusion Making an Impact,

VISION

By the Numbers

To be the leading community-based, charitable organization that embraces collaborations to building a better community for us all.

Update on Swim to Work Power Scholars Academy Success Donor Recognition Our Board of Directors

VALUES To practice the principles of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Watch our IMPACT VIDEO SERIES to learn more about how YOU and the Y are making a difference. Scan the QR code

STRENGTHENING OUR COMMUNITY TOGETHER

THE GREATEST IMPACT 428 hours of

mentoring, learning, and leadership training through the Downtown YMCA Teen Outreach Center.

731

children made academic gains in YMCA Power Scholars Academy.

500+

kids and adults participated in life saving safety around water swim lessons.

75

fighters & survivors became stronger in Y Community Health Programs

350

kids and families found support w/child care and summer day camp.

1,401

kids and teens participated in character building youth sports & recreation activities

300+

bags of life enhancing resources and goods were delivered to those in need.

2,483

Aging Well Adult participated in programs such as group exercise, pickleball, book club, hiking club.

5,000+

community members became engaged connected & supported through Y on Wheels community events.

$350,000 + in scholarships and donor supported financial assistance was provided to families and individuals for YMCA programs, and membership.

SHARING IS CARING

READ ABOUT OUR GOOD NEWS The second installment of Swim to Work, a collaborative initiative through The YMCA of Central Virginia, Iron Lives, and Lynchburg City Schools, celebrated the completion of its spring session on Thursday, September 14th. The festivities took place at the Downtown YMCA Teen Center. Swim to Work is dedicated to empowering under-resourced high school students through mentorship, education, and the training required to attain certification as a lifeguard.

Ten students from the Empowerment Academy, Fort Hill, Heritage High School and EC Glass came together multiple times a week and participated in the no cost program. Funding for the program is provided by local private donors, and Lynchburg Change for Change.

During the six weeks each student received: Swim Lessons AED Certification CPR and First Aid Training Emergency Oxygen Administration Mentoring and Special Guest Led Workshops Despite varying levels of prior swimming experience, nine of the then participating students successfully completed the program on September 14th, with two of the students receiving their lifeguard certification during the celebration. In addition to receiving their certification, the boys represented Youth Voices during the Boys and Young Men of Color National Convening in Washington D.C." During the trip they learned about civic participation and the democratic process. The young leaders shared their experiences with YMCA staff and volunteers from across the country, as well as local legislators.

The program pushed each participant to grow and be successful in their efforts, helping them master skills they never thougt possible. Jesse Tom's mother Sarah Garrison is grateful for the opportunity her son had, "Swim to Work is a blessing for my son. It helped him to gain confidence not only as a swimmer, but in life itself.

I am thankful for each staff member that took the time to mentor and push each child that was in the program. Life lessons were definitely learned by all of them. There is no greater feeling than watching my child grow, learn, and succeed. Thank you all."

Dr. Crystal Edwads, Superintendent of Lynchburg City Schools shared her enthusiasm and support of the program, and the students involved, "I am extremely proud of the partnership and collaboration LCS has with the YMCA. The students who successfully completed the Swim to Work program demonstrated what happens when you set challenging goals and receive support and encouragement from school, family, and community members."

"Swim to Work is one of the most meaningful programs I have ever been a part of, shared Allison Jordan, Executive Director of Iron Lives, "These young people improved swimming skills, but more importantly learned valuable life lessons and made incredible community connections. IRON Lives is proud to collaborate with the YMCA and LCS to change lives."

AMHERST COUNTY

LYNCHBURG CITY

YMCA of Central Virginia’s Power Scholars Academy aims to reduce summer learning loss typically experienced by school-aged children, particularly those who live in underserved areas. The five-week program, which is offered to students at no cost, focuses on math, literacy, and STREAM learning and incorporates social and emotional learning throughout the day.

Breakfast, lunch, and a snack are provided, as well as enrichment programs such as visual arts, water safety, and physical wellness. Kids who participate in Power Scholars Academy are returning to school two to three and a half months ahead of their peers!

ANNUAL CAMPAIGN DONORS FOUNDER’S CLUB

BENEFACTOR'S CLUB

Herman & Donna Cone Genworth Foundation State of Virginia YMCA of the USA

Bank of the James Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation Central Technology Solutions Tom & Janie Hall Coca-Cola Bottling Company Tommy & Kristen Vaughan

$10,000 & Above

$5,000 - $9,999

CHAIRMAN'S ROUND TABLE $1,000 - $4,999 Anonymous (4)

Cindy & Mike Forren

Catharine & Bobby

Blair Smith

John & Bettie Alford

Gentry Locke Attorneys

Montgomery

Southern Maintenance

All Phase Roofing &

Frances Giles

Moore's Electrical &

Supply Co.

Al & Diane Gorman

Mechanical, Inc.

Sharon Stiteler

Architectural Partners

Terrell Griffin

Mr. Pave

John Suddes

Atlantic Union Bank

Tim & Beth Groover

National Pools of Roanoke

Rosemary & Michael

Baird

Robert & Sue Hahn

Andrea & Wade Neiman

Suess

Beacon Credit Union

Hammer Nutrition

Becky & Bobby O'Brian

Joan Swanson

Jacqueline Bibby

Heavy Lift

Offix

Mary & Rob Taylor

Rose Mary Blankenship

Theresa & Joel Hesch

Ronald & Debbie Overstreet

Thrive Logistics

Boxley Materials Co.

Julius Arthur Hoilman

Paceline Products, Inc.

TRUE Fitness

Bob & Terry Brennan

HSC Wealth Advisors

Paddock Pool Equipment

U.S. Pipe

Phillip L. Brown

Innovative Wireless

Company

United Healthcare

BWX Technologies

Technologies

Jay & Staci Parker

Services

Centra

Bill & Ellen Jamerson

Carter & Bill Paxton

Misty & Colin Spitzer

Central VA Criminal

Jamerson-Lewis Construction

Rob & MJ Pearson-Charley's

John & Judy Walker

Restaurant & Catering

Jimmy & Marty Watts

Peery & Woolwine Family

Rebecca & Ryan White

Construction

Justice Academy

Ruth Johnson

City of Lynchburg-Office

Kline’s S.W., Inc.

of Econ., Dev. & Tourism Susan & Kevin Landergan

Dentistry Pickle Juice Company, LLC

Wiltshire Charitable Fund

Clark's Lumber & Millwork

Jeanne & Don Landis

CORE Health and Fitness

Kim Lankford & Houman Tavaf Pinnacle Financial Partners

Polly Wooldridge

Preston & Marian Craighill

Life Fitness

Precor

George & Heather Zippel

Daxko

Lynchburg Ready Mix Co.

John Ramsey

Thomas Delaney

MH Masonry & Associates

Resolute Private Wealth, LLC

Crystal & Brian Edwards

Walter "Chip" Mason II

A.W. (Tony) Robinson

EGYM

Mason-Gilbert-Glass

RSG Landscaping & Lawn Care

Stuart Evans

Scholarship Fund

Chris & Jackie Sadler

Flowserve

Andy Mathews Agency

Phillip & Lisa Sauls

Ford Mays Wealth

Matrix

Marc Schewel

Management

Patti McCue

Scott Insurance

Bunny & Anne Wood

PRESIDENT'S CIRCLE $500 - $999

Cap & Margaret Anne Eschenroeder Jason & Melissa Hale Hilary Harrison Joe & Betsy LaMagna Holy Heaven Cookie Company Teresa Julian-Yates Angela Kirkland Kona Ice Lynchburg 7 Hills Lions Club Mallard Irrigation Mr. & Mrs. Aubrey L. Mason Moore & Giles, Inc. Larry & Susan Moxley Cecelia Murphey Outside the Cone Linda & Rob Palmer

P.M. Parsons

Anonymous (10)

Blue Goji

Audrey C. Cash

Sonny Culverhouse

Shannon Abatecola

Blue Ridge Ice

Danielle Cash

Cycling Virginia, LLC

Jamie Adams

Body Shop Massage

Nation One Mortgage

David B. Bice PC

Therapy

Caitlin Church

Jonathan & Yvonne

American National

Becky Born

William & Julia

Bank & Trust

Erica Bottoms

Clingenpeel

Dick & Pat DeMars

Henry Archie, Jr.

Jackson Boyles

Kemberley Cobb

Richard Deveney

Arden Arranga

Brenda Brady

Robert Cole

Blair Smith

Jessica Ayers

Terry Brame

Coleman-Adams

Vanessa Donson

Robert Babcock

Rene' Broadus

Dan Barge

Joyce Brown

Colony Tire

Sarah & Jim Dunstan

Rick & Tina Barnes

Buff City Soap

Lessie B. Cook

Joel Epperson

Adrienne Beck

H. Francis Bush

Anne Cooper

Christine Euhus

Kathryn Beck

James E. Camm

Richard Coppo

Blair & Fran

Benny's Scarpetta Pizza

Campbell Insurance

Benjamin T. Corish

Deborah Benyo

Abbey Capps

Ron & Sharon Cothern

Falwell Corporation

Elizabeth Bianchino

Card My Yard

Mackenzie Craven

Bethany Federico

Jean & John Billingslea

Sandy Carrington Jr.

Rodney & Sarah Crews

Joseph Fike

Kathy Billotti

Tanisha Carter Hughes

Anne Cross

Firestop of Virginia

Randi & Shawn Abell Anonymous (2) Appomattox Glass & Storefront Bikes Unlimited BMS Direct Malcolm & Louise Campbell CarMax Foundation Kerry Cofer Columbia Lockers Art Costan Crossroads Family Dentistry Paula & Tim Dahl Deidre Douglas Donna Elder / Juice Plus

Pawprints Mobile Medicine for Pets Jennifer Richardson Cynthia & Jeff Riley

The Williams Family Women's Health Services of Central VA WSET ABC-13 Rebecca Yaffe

Neville & Mary Rowland Terry Volkswagen Subaru Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory Persis & John Tinsley Megan Tomlin James A. Trent, Jr. UCMS, LLC Rob & Margaret Vaughn Virginia 10 Miler Thomas Warwick

CENTURY CLUB $100 - $499

Lee & Sharon Ainslie

Construction, Inc.

Davies

Sophie J. Douglas

Fairbrother

ANNUAL CAMPAIGN DONORS CENTURY CLUB $100 - $499

Susan & Gene Frantz

Kevin Kreh

Lauren Pharis

David & Rachel Soward

Joseph Freeman, III

Kubota of Lynchburg

Patti Phillips

Special Olympics Virginia

Urs & Michaela Gabathuler

Stephen & Ivy Lamanna

Haley Piercy

Conrad Stevens

James Gallagher

Jesse Lee

Arthur & Carolann Pike

Sara Stonelake

Karen Gandy

Kimberly & John Loyd

Martha Pollard

Jonathan Taylor

Anonymous

Bernadette Lyford

Rhonda Pommert

Kathy Thomas

Sally Gilkey

Catherine & Michael Madden

Barbara Porter

Thompson-Brooks

Jacqueline Greene

Patrick Madigan

Michelle Power

Insurance

Joyce Guthrie

Rachel Madigan

Ida Proco

Joshua Torres

Ashby Hall

Michael Mason

Purple Door Gourmet

Linette Torres

Griffin Hammersmith

Liza May

Kitchen and Catering

TRUIST Bank

Valerie & Brian Hamning

Peggy May

R & R Heating and Cooling

Truist Wealth

Kevin Harris

Michael & Ivy McCarron

R. Coffee, Ltd.

Denise Tuttle

Mary Haskins

Sherry McCormick

R L Lovelace & Associates

Eileen Tuttle

Lucia Hathaway

Daniel Mensink

Sue Lawson

Upper Crust Pizza

Bryan Fitz

Angelo Mercado

Dee & Scott Rainey

Kent Van Allen

Bobbi Hayth

Mercy Presbyterian Church

Jackie Randolph

Kristi Vann

Dave Thomas-Health

Gary Mignogna

Shaun & Melody Redgate

Renata & Wallace

Nut Nutrition

Kylah Momojimoh

Rehab Associates of

Molly S. Heintzelman

Bruce & Rebecca Montgomery

Hodges Insurance

Lisa Moore

Tamara Reynolds

Roxie & Alan Wank

Hurt & Proffitt, Inc.

Morcom Building, Inc.

Ridge Supply Company

Peter & Jessica Ward

George & Cinda Hurt

Kathy Morris

Louise Riley

Leanne & Dayn Washburn

Infectious Disease

Martin & Gail Morris

RLJ Thompson Trucking

Watts Petroleum

Associates of Central VA

Alison Morrison-Shetlar

Jeryl Rowe

John Webb

Susan Jaenke

Emma Napier

Rustburg Village Dental

Mary Welch

Jamerson Building Supply

Jennifer Newell

Vickie & Danny Sandifer

William & Phebe Wescott

Haley Jennings

Alex Newmark

Chloe Saumenig

Westover Dairy / Kroger

Jeremy Phillips & Company

Dan Newmark

Judy Sawyer

Rodney Whitlock

Sara Jernigan

Dr. Richard & Dorothy Niles

Garland Schaefer

Marcel Widzisz

Elisha Johnson

Thomas Nygaard

Select Bank

Mark Williams

Mark Johnson

Michael & Debbie Okin

Service Printing of

Traci Williams

Anonymous

Timothy P. Overby

Nathan Joseph

Jonah Packer

Alan Silver

Shelly Wolf

Karugah Kariuki

Kyle Parker

Steven L. Simpson

Ryan & Abby Woodruff

Paul Kerr

Peaks Coaching Group

Paula Sloan

Jessica Wyatt

Kirby-Cundiff Insulation

Pearson Equipment Co.

Angela Smith-Realtor

The Y's Healthy Hikers

Melinda Kirkland

Timberlake Animal Hospital

Sarah Kline

Pettyjohn, Wood & White, Inc.

Central Virginia, Inc.

Lynchburg

Berkshire Hathaway Southern Air

Vaughan William Walker

Gene & Sandy Wolanski

Pete & Beth Zeisig

DAY OF GIVING 2023 FRIEND OF THE Y $50 - $99

Anonymous (9)

Jacodia Johnson

Etta Ashwell

Marylee Johnson

Janet Baker

Derricka Jones

James Barringer

Pam Jones

April Bauserman

Douglas & Jean Judd

TC & Judy Berryman

Andrew Mahland

Charles & Patricia

Brad Malcolm

Bramlet

Janet Martin

Betty Bryan

Jerry McKinney

Briyon Bryant

James Mehaffey

Neil Buckley

Vivian Miller

Caleb Callaham

Lizabeth Minuto

Carmen & Earl Castle, Jr

Ellis Moore

Karen Clay

Carlina Muglia

Kathy Collins

Maria Niechwiadowicz

Commonwealth Pain

Joshua Packer

Relief Center

Delores & Frank Patton

Chris Culter Walker Davidson Tim Davis Mike Dietrich Kathryn Doherty Vickie Dowell Francie Dye Lashelle Elliott Scott Evans Brian Firtion Angela Fleshman The Flour District Norma J. Foy Michael Frazier R. David Friend Gabe Greene Owen & Sarah Guise Deborah & Douglas Harvey Jack Hellewell Charles Irvine Michael Jackson

Charles Pennington Hyris Peterson Alice & Randy Pirtle Luis Sanchez Viola Scott Karin Sherbin Susan Shipps Marshall Smith Pam Smith Joseph & Ellen Stinnett Superior Landscaping Lynda Suwala Amy & Dan Talmadge Georgia Thistle Jeannene Tylee John Uffelmann John Vassar Rich & Charanne Wagner Tonya Walker-Latimer Linda Webb Robert Williamson Robert & Ann Wilson

ANNUAL CAMPAIGN DONORS

GIFTS IN HONOR OF

GIFTS IN MEMORY OF

Herman Cone Donna Cone

Mallory Barber TC & Judy Berryman

Thelma Morgan Delores & Frank Patton

Colleen Beckloff Terry Beckloff

Alvin H Okin Michael & Debbie Okin

Nate Thomas James Gallagher

Paula Dahl Cathy Thompson Cynthia & Jeff Riley Daniel & Meg Justis Rodney Whitlock Sandra Williams Josh Gravette Mark Williams Megan Tomlin Healthy Hikers Bernadette Lyford

Dr. John Bell Terry & Bob Brennan Cap & Margaret Ann Eschenroeder Brad Malcolm Thomas Nygaard

Jim Ed Ray Dan Barge Lori Rich Lizabeth Minuto

Marian J. Brown Phillip L. Brown (2)

Dr. Gerald J. Schwab Dee & Scott Rainey

Charlie Cobb Alex Newmark

Gary A Stroud Kathryn Lifsey

Laura R-Cycling Instructor R. David Friend

Bill Cooper Anne Cooper

Randolph Walker William Walker

The Y Soccer Program Natalie Niehaus

Gloria Coppo Richard Coppo (2)

Angelo Mercado The Y's Healthy Hikers Mary Taylor

Debra Squire Francie Dye Mary S. Taylor Susan & Gene Frantz Owen & Sarah Guise Catharine & Bobby Montgomery Cynthia & Jeff Riley Marc Schewel

Patti Kinsey Audrey C. Cash Bennie R. Martin Appomattox Glass & Storefront Aubrey & Sissy Mason Mr. & Mrs. Aubrey L. Mason

Ben Yaffe Shannon Abatecola (2) Martin & Gail Morris Paul Yaffee Rebecca Yaffe

It’s the mission of the YMCA to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build spirit, mind, and body for all.

The YMCA of Central Virginia is a 501(c)3 charity committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

The YMCA of Central Virginia is an organization of people joined together by a shared commitment to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. By prioritizing diversity and inclusion, we seek to ensure that all segments of society have access to the YMCA and feel welcome and fully engaged as participants, members, staff, and volunteers.

2023 - 2024 Board of Directors Our volunteer Board of Directors provides critical guidance to ensure our vision and strategy align with our mission. These dedicated individuals are critical to the success of YMCA. We appreciate their dedication to furthering the health and wellness of our community.

Cindy Forren | President Tommy Vaughan, III | Vice President Rosemary Suess | Secretary Stuart Evans | Treasurer Robert Babcock Jackie Bibby Dr. James Camm John Choi Herman Cone, III Art Costan

DOWNTOWN YMCA 1315 CHURCH ST LYNCHBURG, VA 24504 434.847.5597

Preston Craighill Dr. Thomas Delaney Dr. Crystal Edwards George Kayes Ron Kennedy Luther Maddy Patty McCue Dr. Alison Morrison-Shetlar Robert O'Brian Carter Paxton

Y ON OLD FOREST RD 3408 OLD FOREST RD LYNCHBURG, VA 24502 434.455.5996

Andrew Pearson Robert K. Pearson, Jr. Craig Ranson Tony Robinson Phill Sauls James O. Watts, IV Gorham "Bunny" Wood

JAMERSON FAMILY YMCA 801 WYNDHURST DR LYNCHBURG, VA 24502 434.582.1900