MADISON, Wis. — The YMCA of Dane County announced Tuesday that it tallied $268,000 in scholarships that allowed kids to attend Y Summer Camp this summer, enabling them to learn valuable skills while staying engaged during their break.
The funds gathered in scholarships allowed 668 weeks of camp at no cost for 66 kids from 35 local families. Additionally, 30 of the campers received daily lunches.
The YMCA of Dane County collaborated with the following organizations to find people who needed free camp weeks the most.
- Reach Dane
- Catholic Charities
- The Salvation Army
- Sun Prairie Community Schools
- Avenues to Community
- Madison Metropolitan School District
- The Road Home
- County of Dane
- Monona Grove School District
- Joining Forces for Families
“When nonprofits come together, the impact goes far beyond serving more families, it serves families better,” YMCA of Dane County President and CEO Mark Westover said. “By working collectively, we can address needs more holistically, ensuring that children not only gain access to camp but that families receive the broad support they need to thrive.”…