Minneapolis, MN – The YMCA of the North, a leading nonprofit dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, will offer veterans, active military members, and their families a $1 enrollment fee and no membership dues until January 2019 when they join the Y on Veteran’s Day weekend.
For years, YMCAs across the nation have honored and recognized the dedication, sacrifice and service of military personnel and their families. The YMCA of the North supports military families this November and throughout the year with programs and initiatives that improve their well-being and provide opportunities to connect with their communities.
“The YMCA is committed to supporting active military members, veterans and their families,” said Glen Gunderson, president and CEO of the YMCA of the North. “Whether it’s providing a place for kids to make friends and have a sense of belonging, a place for adults to meet health goals, or a place for military families to create a community, the Y is able to help.”
To take advantage of this offer, individuals must visit their local YMCA. Find a location near you.
WHO:
YMCA of the North
WHAT:
YMCA membership offer featuring a $1 enrollment fee and no dues until January 2019 for veterans, active military members and their families
WHERE:
Any of the 24 YMCA facilities across the Twin Cities and Rochester
WHEN:
Saturday, November 10 – Sunday, November 11, 2018
About the YMCA of the North
The YMCA of the North is a leading nonprofit dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Established 162 years ago, the Ys provide life-strengthening services across the greater Twin Cities metro region, southeastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin communities. The 29 Y locations and program sites, eight overnight camps, 10 day camps, and more than 90 child care sites engage more than 350,000 men, women and children of all ages, incomes and backgrounds. To learn more about the Y’s mission and work, visit www.ymcamn.org.