DBR Chamber Of Commerce: North Suburban YMCA's Strong Kids Dinner Evolves Into “Community Strong” Fundraiser

Press release from the DBR Chamber of Commerce:

May 27, 2021

                                        NORTH SUBURBAN YMCA
                                                                                                             2705 Techny Road
                                                                                                             Northbrook, IL 60062
                                                                                                              www.nsymca.org
                                         

For More Information Contact:
Nancy Gerstein
Creative Marketing Associates, Inc.
Nancy@cmacreative.com
www.cmacreative.com
847 401.0384(direct)
 
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

North Suburban YMCA’s Strong Kids Dinner Evolves Into
 “Community Strong” Fundraiser
New Golf Outing and Events to Support the NSYMCA
 
Northbrook, IL: Like so many organizations over the past year, the North Suburban YMCA has had to adapt to the community's pandemic and post-pandemic needs in order to continue to serve its members. Part of the Y’s evolution is the announcement of its new fundraising efforts, Community Strong.  The new Community Strong fundraisers include an inaugural Community Strong Golf Outing and Patio Party on July 22nd, and a Community Strong Dinner under the Stars fundraiser, formerly known as the Ken & Alta Thiel Strong Kids Fundraising Dinner on August 28th.
The Community Strong events will fund the Y’s financial assistance scholarships, and support its operations and community programs.
The Community Strong Golf Outing, the first event in the series, will be hosted at Chevy Chase Country Club in Wheeling and sponsored by Northwestern Medicine. The outing includes a “beat the pro” contest, a catered lunch donated by the Tropical Smoothie Café, prizes from local retailers like Target and Best Buy, and concludes with a celebratory Patio Party with food, drinks, music, and awards.
 “We are honored to support the NSYMCA and help them in their efforts to rebuild the Y and support the community,” stated Johanna Benavides, Director of Operations at Northwestern Medicine.  “Northwestern Medicine believes in supporting our communities and we see all the amazing things the Y does for families in need, especially during the pandemic.  Strong communities are healthy communities.  It is truly a natural partnership for us and we couldn’t be prouder to assist in their efforts of a stronger community.”
 “We’ve been continuing to adapt and change with the needs of our community, and feel so fortunate to have such tremendous support from businesses like Northwestern Medicine and many others,” noted Kathy Fielding, CEO of the North Suburban YMCA.  “Our new fundraising name, ‘Community Strong,’ emphasizes the breadth of our efforts beyond the walls of the Y, as well as the Y’s continued mission for inclusive programming options and services. We’re committed to being there for everyone, regardless of their ability to pay, so these fundraisers are imperative to the rebuild and the Y’s continued support of the needs of the community.”
In addition to the golf outing fundraiser, the Y will end the summer with an assortment of Community Strong events scheduled for August 22 – August 28th.  The NSYMCA Community Strong Fundraising week will feature a live, online event on August 22 followed by a week-long silent auction, Y impact stories, and conclude with the Community Strong celebratory ‘Dinner under the Stars’ on August 28th.   The dinner will include live music, a live auction, dinner, and the presentation of the Ken and Alta Thiel Award for Social Responsibility and Leadership. The award, named in honor of the North Suburban Y’s founders Ken and Alta Thiel, will be awarded to a community supporter.
The annual event provides funding to make Y programs and community programs accessible to those in financial need and includes afterschool childcare, classes, summer camp, special needs programs, and memberships.   The event will follow all CDC guidelines with plans in place for special seating, distancing, and sanitizing.
To purchase golf outing tickets or to be a Community Strong golf outing sponsor, visit the North Suburban YMCA's website at www.nsymca.org/golf.  To learn more about the Community Strong efforts and the August 28th dinner, please visit www.nsymca.org/communitystrong or contact Kim Nyren at knyren@nsymca.org.
About the North Suburban YMCA
The North Suburban YMCA services Northbrook and 14 surrounding communities with programs and tools that help its residents become healthier, more connected, and confident, ensuring that everyone, regardless of age, income, or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. The NSYMCA focuses on Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility and is a 501(c)3 charitable organization, inclusive and welcoming to all in our community. Learn more at NSYMCA.org.
 

NORTH SUBURBAN YMCA                                                                                                              2705 Techny Road                                                                                                              Northbrook, IL 60062                                                                                                               www.nsymca.org For More Information Contact: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE North Suburban YMCA’s Strong Kids Dinner Evolves Into  “Community Strong” Fundraiser New Golf Outing and Events to Support the NSYMCA Northbrook, IL: Like so many organizations over the past year, the North Suburban YMCA has had to adapt to the community's pandemic and post-pandemic needs in order to continue to serve its members. Part of the Y’s evolution is the announcement of its new fundraising efforts, Community Strong.  The new Community Strong fundraisers include an inaugural Community Strong Golf Outing and Patio Party on July 22nd, and a Community Strong Dinner under the Stars fundraiser, formerly known as the Ken & Alta Thiel Strong Kids Fundraising Dinner on August 28th. The Community Strong events will fund the Y’s financial assistance scholarships, and support its operations and community programs. The Community Strong Golf Outing, the first event in the series, will be hosted at Chevy Chase Country Club in Wheeling and sponsored by Northwestern Medicine. The outing includes a “beat the pro” contest, a catered lunch donated by the Tropical Smoothie Café, prizes from local retailers like Target and Best Buy, and concludes with a celebratory Patio Party with food, drinks, music, and awards.  “We are honored to support the NSYMCA and help them in their efforts to rebuild the Y and support the community,” stated Johanna Benavides, Director of Operations at Northwestern Medicine.  “Northwestern Medicine believes in supporting our communities and we see all the amazing things the Y does for families in need, especially during the pandemic.  Strong communities are healthy communities.  It is truly a natural partnership for us and we couldn’t be prouder to assist in their efforts of a stronger community.”  “We’ve been continuing to adapt and change with the needs of our community, and feel so fortunate to have such tremendous support from businesses like Northwestern Medicine and many others,” noted Kathy Fielding, CEO of the North Suburban YMCA.  “Our new fundraising name, ‘Community Strong,’ emphasizes the breadth of our efforts beyond the walls of the Y, as well as the Y’s continued mission for inclusive programming options and services. We’re committed to being there for everyone, regardless of their ability to pay, so these fundraisers are imperative to the rebuild and the Y’s continued support of the needs of the community.” In addition to the golf outing fundraiser, the Y will end the summer with an assortment of Community Strong events scheduled for August 22 – August 28th.  The NSYMCA Community Strong Fundraising week will feature a live, online event on August 22 followed by a week-long silent auction, Y impact stories, and conclude with the Community Strong celebratory ‘Dinner under the Stars’ on August 28th.   The dinner will include live music, a live auction, dinner, and the presentation of the Ken and Alta Thiel Award for Social Responsibility and Leadership. The award, named in honor of the North Suburban Y’s founders Ken and Alta Thiel, will be awarded to a community supporter. The annual event provides funding to make Y programs and community programs accessible to those in financial need and includes afterschool childcare, classes, summer camp, special needs programs, and memberships.   The event will follow all CDC guidelines with plans in place for special seating, distancing, and sanitizing. To purchase golf outing tickets or to be a Community Strong golf outing sponsor, visit the North Suburban YMCA's website at www.nsymca.org/golf.  To learn more about the Community Strong efforts and the August 28th dinner, please visit www.nsymca.org/communitystrong or contact Kim Nyren at knyren@nsymca.org. About the North Suburban YMCA The North Suburban YMCA services Northbrook and 14 surrounding communities with programs and tools that help its residents become healthier, more connected, and confident, ensuring that everyone, regardless of age, income, or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. The NSYMCA focuses on Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility and is a 501(c)3 charitable organization, inclusive and welcoming to all in our community. Learn more at NSYMCA.org.

This press release was produced by the DBR Chamber of Commerce. The views expressed here are the author’s own.