February 2016 Newsletter

One lucky winner will win an amazing Red Oak Play & Stay Package from Red Coach Inn & Restaurant and Montgomery County Family YMCA as a Valen-tine’s Day Appreciation Gift Promotion for being a current member of the YMCA. The drawing will be held on Tuesday, February 9th, 2016 at 8 p.m. for this special prize package. Must be a current member age 21 and above to qualify.

Amazing Red Oak Play & Stay Package Which Includes:

• One night stay at the beautiful Red Coach Inn in Red Oak, Iowa. • A $10 food voucher at the Red Coach Restaurant. • Your choice of indoor tennis court time at the Montgomery County Family YMCA, 2 tickets to a live production at the wonderful Wilson Performing Arts Center, or championship golf for two with a golf cart at the lovely Red Oak Country Club in Red Oak, IA.

*Staff not eligible.

The Montgomery County Family Home Swim Meet was held on January 16th, 2016 with the invaluable help of many of the parents and friends of the swimmers. Practice after practice these volunteers encouraged the kids to exceed their expectations and succeed.

The YMCA is grateful for all they do!

The Montgomery county Family YMCA would like to thank the following boy’s Basketball volunteers for giving of their time and expertise. Boy’s basketball – Officials: Brian Carlson, Dale French, Dusty French, Brian Mensen, Missy Buntrock, Dan Pollock, Josh Sussman, Tony Brandt, Don Jarrett, Nick & Nan-cy Zimmer. We would also like to thank the various parents of the 4th, 5th & 6th grade basketball teams for volunteering at the score table.

The Annual Campaign is designed so that everyone in Montgomery County and the area has access to vital community/ area programs and resources that support youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

This year, the Montgomery County Family YMCA has raised $7,229.62 so far towards the goal of $58,000.

The Carder Tennis Center has become a regional attraction for adult, youth, family, high school, and college play over the years, but in order to maintain the same level of excellence we must make changes!

Some changes include: - Energy and cost efficient LED Lighting - New tennis nets -Repainting of the tennis courts in the current ATP blue professional court colors - New ten and under court lines to increase Junior Tennis playability and family playability.

We are working on local, county, regional, and even national grants and have already raised over $109,000 for the facility enhancement. To learn more about how you can support the Y’s cause, please contact Nick Zimmer, Executive Director at 712-623-2161 or execdir@mcymca.com.

The YMCA debuts two new TV commercials: Places and Idle Hands . You can find the 60- and 30- second and Spanish versions of both spots at ymca.net/forabetterus and on the YMCA YouTube channel, via the links below.

-Places 60-second version: https://youtu.be/zqo10Oda0ns Spanish version: https://youtu.be/WhuC2pmLqPs

- Idle Hands 60-second version: https://youtu.be/LIB5JtEpveM Spanish Version: https://youtu.be/iq2rOf9oBcI

The YMCA is committed to helping kids and families reach their great-est potential. Together, we are building a better us.

In recognition of Parker Hannifin Corporation’s leadership, the Montgomery County Family YMCA would like to honor Parker Hannifin Corporation as our Business of the Month for the month of February, 2016.

Parker Hannifin Corporation’s employees and their immediate families will receive a free one month membership to the YMCA. This benefit applies to only the employees that are not current members.

Join us in congratulating Parker Hannifin Corporation on behalf of the entire YMCA for being our Business of the Month! The Montgomery County Family YMCA will be offering this program monthly for our fine businesses & organizations with in the area.

At the Y, strengthening community is our cause. The Y serves three crucial areas of focus to help individuals, families, and communities learn, grow, and thrive.

THE Y IS FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT, because we believe that all kids deserve opportunities to discover who they are and what they can achieve. That’s why, through the Y, youth today are cultivating the values, skills, and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health, and edu-cational achievement.

THE Y IS FOR HEALTHY LIVING, improving the nation’s health and well-being. The Y brings families closer together, encourages good health and fosters connections through fitness, sports, fun, and shared interests.

THE Y IS FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY, giving back and providing support to our neighbors. The Y has been responding to our communities’ most critical needs for 160 years. Whether developing skills, connecting diverse populations, or advocating for healthier communities, the Y fosters the care and respect all deserve.

Children, Youth and Families -Ensure availability of high quality childcare and preschool for all families; -Increase opportunities for youth to deepen positive values through childcare, sports, camping, and arts programs; - Increase opportunities for families to build stronger bonds.

Health and Well-Being -Expand programs that lead to healthier lifestyles and reduce youth and adult obesity; - Encourage partnerships that support worksite wellness programs.

PEOPLE WE SERVE: Total Number of Members Served………………………………………… 2702 Total Number of Program Participants Served………………………. 1143 Total Number of Community-Wide Events in 2015……………….. 8

OUR PARTNERSHIPS: The Y partners with over 15 agencies and organizations including: Montgomery County Memorial Hospital, Red Oak Chamber and Industries Association, Red Oak Community School District, County/Area Schools, City of Red Oak, Montgomery County, Stanton Chamber of Commerce, Area Businesses & Organizations.

FINANCIAL INFORMATION: As a charitable organization, the Y receives support from its community through: Annual Campaign - “Membership for Everyone” Gifts………………..$61,000 Annual Support - Government Dollars……………………………………...$21,600 Total……………………………………………………………………………………...$82,600

The Y also strengthens our communities by giving back: Financial Assistance Provided to Individuals……………………………..$24,870 Indirect Aid Provided to Group………………………………………………….$4,500 Total Assistance………………………………………………………………………$29,370

VOLUNTEERS & STAFF Total Volunteers………………………………………………………………300 Policy-making Volunteers………………………………………………….44 Total Hours Volunteers Served………………………………………….2,080 Dollar Value of Volunteer Support……………………………………..$43,700 Y Full-time and Part-time Staff………………………………………….40

Tired of lugging that heavy gym bag back and forth? Want to be able to go directly from the Y to work or other activities? Consider purchasing a locker! Lockers in the Men’s/Boy’s Locker Room, Women’s/Girl’s Locker Room, and Family Locker Room can be rented annually for only $60 for the medium lockers and $90 for the large lockers. So forget the hassle of remembering your swim suit, shampoo, sneakers, etc. and see someone at the front desk today!

WE’RE MORE THAN A GYM. WE’RE A CAUSE.

The Red Oak Stay & Play Package is something special for all! This program has been designed to bring tourism into Red Oak and to “Stay & Play” in Red Oak.

For only $99+ applicable taxes, (double occupancy) you will enjoy:

• One (1) Night stay at the Red Coach Inn • $10 Food Voucher at the Red Coach Restaurant

PLUS a voucher for your choice for indoor tennis, golf or 2 tickets to a performance at the Wilson Performing Arts Center!

This is a $200 package for only $99 and a great opportunity to invite friends, family, plan a business retreat, or maybe plan your own little local getaway. Visit www.redcoachredoak.com or call 1-800-544-6002 for details & reservations! ** **Advance Reservations required. Black-out dates and other restrictions may apply

Nick Zimmer, Executive Director of the Montgomery County Family YMCA proudly announced the 2016 Gold Sponsorship to the ’s Round Table Sponsorship program with Houghton State Bank of Red Oak, Iowa. YMCA Round Table Sponsors will be sponsoring several different 2016 Mont-gomery County Family YMCA events. Houghton State Bank recently made their Gold Level Round Table Sponsorship in the amount of $2,000.

Houghton State Bank has or will be proudly involved with the various sponsorships through-out the year in 2016: vinyl ban-ners throughout the YMCA, Red Oak Youth Wrestling tournament that was recently held in mid January, Winter Swim Team, Four Person Best Ball Golf Tournament, the YMCA’s Endowment program , “The YMCA’s an-nual campaign “ For a better us” to provide assistance for individuals or families in need of YMCA services, youth sports programs, Indoor Carder Tennis Center Facility enhancement project and other promotional events and programs within the YMCA.

If your business or company would like more information about how you can become a Gold, Silver, or Bronze Round Table contributor to the YMCA please call Nick Zimmer, YMCA Executive Director, at 712-623-2161, stop in to visit with Nick at the YMCA located at 101 East Cherry Street in the beautiful Red Oak Legion Park, visit the YMCA‘s website at www.mcymca.com, or email the YMCA at mcymca@mcymca.com

Did you know that you can now contribute to our Montgomery County Family YMCA using AmazonSmile when you make purchases?

The link to the account is: http://smile.amazon.com/ch/42-14334...

Thank you for any support you give to our YMCA through this program.

Monday-Thursday 5 am - 9 pm Friday 5 am - 8 pm Saturday 8 am - 4:30 pm Sunday 2 - 7 pm *FACILITY HOURS DO NOT REFLECT POOL HOURS.

Love Your Neighbor Food Drive February 1st –14th

Jr. High Fitness Class Session 1 - February 6th & 7th Session 2 - February 20th & 21st Session 3 - March 5th & 6th

Group Swimming Lessons - February 13th, 20th, 27th, March 5th & 12th

Registration forms are located in the lobby information kiosk and online at www.mcymca.com.

Private Swim Lessons Early Risers Boot Camp Jazzercise Tumbling Martial Arts Adult Tennis Lessons Youth Tennis Lessons Yoga Express Pump

Volunteering is something that EVERYONE can do! Let us help you find a way to share your time, talent, and treasure.

STEP 1 - Find a volunteer opportunity that you are interested in and contact the appropriate Y staff. STEP 2 - Complete a volunteer application form at the YMCA’s Front Desk or on our website www.mcymca.com. STEP 3 - Show up and make a difference!