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At the Y, strengthening community is our cause. When you donate to the Y, you join a powerful association united by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living, fostering a sense of social responsibility and giving back.
INVESTING IN YOUTH
With your support and generosity, we can continue to address critical needs in our community, and expand our work to reach more youth. We believe that lasting social change can only come about when we all work together to invest in our kids, our teens and our neighbors. We are dedicated to building healthy, confident and connected youth through outstanding outdoor experiences. Camp is a community where young people discover their potential.
We count on the generosity of individuals like you. Working together, we can ensure that all kids are able to have a camp experience. Gifts can be paid in full or in 10 monthly payments.
Your Gift Provides Direct Support for Youth
YMCA financial assistance supports more than 1 in 7 summer campers, including youth from our agency partners such as New Futures, Treehouse and Hopelink.
The demand for our teen volunteer-internships continues to increase; 50 teens participated in this 4-week summer program in 2011! Annual support funds allow us to continue to grow this hands-on training and leadership experience.
In the past school year, 2 out of every 3 school groups attending our Outdoor Environmental Education programs relied on YMCA financial assistance. This crucial support allowed 6,900 participants from 68 local schools to learn in our unparalleled outdoor classrooms.
Thanks to dedicated volunteer fundraisers, 95 cents of each dollar goes directly to financial assistance and leadership program support.
Language Learning to Leadership Skills: Yohan's Story
"I moved to the US from Mexico four years ago, and when I got here everything was new: the food, education, houses and language. I’ve loved the US since the first day, but it is also a challenge.
At the apartments where I live, there is a program called New Futures and the counselor asked if I wanted to go to Camp Orkila. I answered yes, but I wasn’t sure. How was I going to communicate with people?
That first day of camp was so cool, but hard. I was afraid of talking in front of people. I remember being sad because my cabin was playing a word game. My counselor came to me and asked, 'why don’t you want to play?' 'I can’t speak English that good and I’m afraid they are going to make fun of me.' 'You can do it, you just have to try hard,' he said.
Those words my counselor, JJ, said made me believe I could do it, and I did. A year later I was taking regular classes, not special ESL classes!
The past two summers I have gone to leadership sessions (LDI) at Orkila. Each time I go to camp it is thanks to a scholarship.
I’ve learned so many leadership skills in the LDI programs. And, back at school, I am doing great. I am the president for the Latino Club, the choreographer for Dance Club and I do community service. All of these are thanks to skills I learned at camp. I hope to work at Orkila and have the chance to give back some of what the people have given me.
Camp has helped build my identity -- I am a leader; a responsible, nice, respectful and caring person."
Turn Your Gift Into...
Their Potential: The Y is for Youth Development, we believe that all kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. Through our Y Camps, thousands of youth are cultivating the values, skills and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health and educational achievement — right now and in the future.
Their Health: Active camp days and expeditions promote Healthy Living. We’re passionate about providing guidance and role models to help youth and teens understand and value their health and well-being.
Their Future: The Y has been listening and responding to our communities’ most critical needs for more than 130 years. Social Responsibility is central to who we are. Through year-round volunteer opportunities for teens and adults, environmental education surrounding local and global conditions, and building strong communities at camp, we strive to inspire and equip others to give back.
Your Gift Sends...
$1,000/month ($10,000) = 90 students to 3 days of Outdoor Environmental Education.
$280/month ($2,800) = 4 youth to a week of summer camp.
$125/month ($1,250) = 1 teen to a two-week leadership program
$72/Month ($720) = 1 camper to a week of summer camp.
$50/month ($500) = A family of 4 to family camp.
$10/month ($100) = 1 day of a week-long session of summer camp.
DONATE NOW
Your gift shows your support for outstanding youth development opportunities. You are an essential part of the camp family — thank you!
Online: http://bit.ly/ColmanOrkilaGiving
Call: 206.382.5009
Mail: Pledges or checks may be sent to YMCA Camping Services; 909 Fourth Avenue; Seattle, WA 98104
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HIGHLIGHTING SERVICE
Camps Orkila & Colman 2012 Fact Sheet
“Camp is important to me because you can be yourself and no one will judge you.” – Monique
“My child has benefitted by doing things independently. The YMCA provides a quality experience that encompasses fun, learning, and respect toward one another and self-resect.” – Doreen, Mother
Camps Orkila & Colman 2011 Program Impacts:
Essential financial assistance supported 1 in 7 summer campers and 3 out of 5 school groups.
More than 21,500 participants strengthened relationships, built confidence and tried new and challenging activities at camp in 2011.
Camp volunteers shared their camp stories throughout the community and raised more than $380,000 for camperships that allowed others to experience camp.
118 schools (more than 9,800 youth, teens and adults) built their science knowledge and teamwork through hands-on environmental education programs.
“Women’s Wellness Weekends” served 239 women with healthy activities & relaxation.
Hundreds of community volunteers contribute countless hours of service to camp each year.
Camp Colman 2011 Program Impacts:
More than 6,900 people of all ages connected to the outdoors at Camp Colman in 2011.
1,145 youth developed new skills and made lasting friendships at summer camp.
More than 1,080 participants with the YMCA Adventure Guide Program strengthened family relationships through camp-outs.
Camp Orkila 2011 Program Impacts:
More than 14,900 people of all ages connected to the outdoors at Camp Orkila in 2011.
More than 3,000 youth developed new skills and made lasting friendships at summer.
750 parents and children experienced the outdoors together during YMCA family camp.
More than 3,590 dads and kids in the YMCA Adventure Guide Program strengthened family relationships through camp-outs.
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SHARING THEIR STORIES
Parent & Camper Praise for Camp "Camp is a critical part of any child's development. Skills, strengths, self-confidence, leadership all get started and reinforced at camp." -Mat, camper dad
"My son came home full of stories about his adventures: the giant swing, drumming, climbing, games. He really appreciated the evening values circle, and enjoyed the campfires. He spoke highly of his counselors, and he looked up to them. My husband and I appreciated the opportunity for our son to spread his wings, try new things, and meet other kids both like and unlike him. Thank you, Camp Colman!"
"It was empowering for my son. He felt cared for, the rift of "popular" vs. "unpopular" is not tolerated by the entire culture at Camp Orkila- this is what I most love about this camp. Plus it is beautiful and the kids have a blast."
How does the camp experience benefit your child?
“Veronica is very outgoing and has many friends at school. I feel it’s important for her to meet new friends and learn new skills away from her 'normal life.' I notice when she comes home she appreciates me more. She is excited to share her experiences and seems more grounded.” – Margaret, Mother
“Camp Orkila is a confidence builder for Conor. He seems more mature when he returns from camp, and excited about meeting new young people from other places.” –Malayka and Tom, Mom and Dad
“I feel so fortunate to have been the recipient of two scholarships for my kids. I have never had such big hugs. Your generosity gave me – a single grandmother – a needed break like I’ve never had. I love the children very much but it was also nice to relax, knowing they were in good hands. It took them a couple of days upon returning to realize they missed me too.” –Linda, Grandmother
“Ellis had the ‘time of her life.’ The power of being with young people, nature, and clear values, allows for growth, change and insight. I feel this was a wonderful chance for my daughter to discover her power, beauty and value with other like-minded young adults.” –Josie, Mother
“He had two weeks away from cell phones and electronic devices. He did Mariners Sailing and he said he had a lot of time to think about his life and what he wanted for his future. He seemed more certain and mature.” –Kathleen, Mother
Campers, what your favorite activity or best memory from camp?
“One of my favorite memories of camp was our value session while camping at Obstruction [Pass]. It was 'If you knew me, if you really knew me…etc.' It was where everyone saw each other for who they are. Everyone really felt for each other. It was heart touching.” –Veronica
“My best memory from camp was going to Twin Lakes because I had never slept on the forest floor before.” –Fesehaye
“My favorite activity was doing Capture the Flag because there is a lot of running and thinking so it is a challenge and I like challenges.” –Pehrlys
“My favorite activity is GaGa Ball, a very active game where eliminated players get a chance to cheer their friends on. This makes the game more and more intense as it progresses until it culminates in one camper winning and feeling great about him or herself for the rest of the week.” –Jasper
Why is camp important to you?
“Because it’s a place where I can relax and be more myself without every day pressures. It’s a place where I can go and have fun.” –Conor
“Even though it was my first year at camp, Orkila will always have a special place in my heart, right next to the warm-fuzzy memories and sandwiched in between compassion and unconditional love.” –Ellis
“I can have a break from hi-tech.” –Eric
What is something you learned at camp?
“I learned that it’s okay to be shy but not let it get in the way.” –Jeremiah
“How to make friends, how to make knots, how to recycle.” –Zoe
“I learned to cooperate better with other people.” –Gilbert
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COLLABORATION. SUPPORT. IMPACT.
Partner Organizations
Hopelink Since 1971, Hopelink has served homeless and low-income families, children, seniors and people with disabilities. Hopelink’s mission is to promote self-sufficiency for all members.
Pathways for Women This program provides transitional housing and help for families of domestic violence.
Treehouse Treehouse works to provide enrichment opportunities for children with an open DCFS case file in King County. Treehouse provides developmental and educational opportunities to children and teens.
YWCA Family Village The YWCA Family Village provides critical services in E. King County and Tacoma: transitional & long-term housing, childcare and employment services.
Military Families Army, Navy, Air Force and Coast Guard campers from local bases attend both camps.
Housing Hope Housing Hope is a non-profit serving low-income and homeless families in King County.
Key Peninsula These campers are from low-income families in the Peninsula School District, the neighborhood surrounding YMCA Camp Colman.
Children’s Hospital In collaboration with Children’s Hospital campers with kidney disease were able to attend camp.
First Place School A model school and resource center for families in transition due to crises that impact family stability. First Place provides education, counseling and basic services. YMCA Camp Orkila Alumni put on a Christmas program each year for the school.
YMCA Family Services These children come from the YMCA Family Services Branch and many live in foster homes.
New Futures A non-profit serving families in low income housing in S. King County. NewFutures works with residents to build skills, provide new opportunities and foster community.
Invest In Youth Invest in Youth enhances the academic abilities, self-confidence and life prospects of struggling learners in the Seattle Public Schools and provides volunteer tutors the opportunity to experience the rewards of enriching young lives.
Turning Point Turning Point is a non-profit serving low-income and homeless families in King County.
Area Schools 2 out of 3 school groups with our Outdoor Environmental Education program receive assistance. This totals more than 65 schools.
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Did you know that you can double your gift to support the YMCA of Greater Seattle? If you work at one of the below companies you may be able to double or even triple your gift! Some companies will even match gifts from retired employees or their spouses.
To learn more about matching gifts or to acquire the appropriate forms, please contact your personnel or human resources department. These businesses have varying matching gifts programs. This is not a complete list, ask your company’s Human Resources department to find out if a matching gift program exists and for the necessary forms.
AT & T |
BGI Group |
Clothier & Head |
General Electric Company |
Abobe Systems |
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation |
Coca Cola |
General Reinsurance |
Aetna |
Boeing Employees Credit Union |
Codesic Consulting |
Georgia-Pacific Corporation |
AIG |
Boullioun Aviation |
Commonwealth Insurance |
GlaxoSmithKline |
Alaska Airlines |
Brighton Jones |
Conner Homes Company |
GMAC |
Alliance Bernstein |
Brinks Home Security |
Corbis |
Goldman, Sachs & Co |
AlliedSignal |
Brown & Brown |
Cornerstone Advisors |
Google |
Allstate |
Bullitt Foundation, The |
Costco |
Gordon Derr |
American Express Co. |
Burlington Resources |
Cynrad |
Grainger |
Amgen Foundation |
Calibear Inspectors |
CIGNA Corporation |
GRE |
AON Foundation |
CA, Inc. |
Davidson Companies |
Green Point Foundation |
Apex Foundation |
Canlis |
Dorsey & Whitney Foundation |
Harris Bank, The |
Apple Computer, Inc. |
Canon |
Dunn and Bradstreet |
Hewlett Packard |
ARCO |
Capital Access |
Ericcson |
Home Depot |
Attachmate |
Capital Alliance |
Evergreen Pharmaceutical |
Honeywell |
Automatic Data Processing, Inc. |
Carney Badley Spellman |
Evergreen Washelli |
Household International |
Avaya |
Cascade |
Expedia |
Houston General Insurance |
Aventis |
Catalysis Corporation |
Exxon Corporation |
Hyperion Solutions |
AXA Foundation |
Charles Schwab |
Farmers New World Life |
IBM |
Banana Republic |
Chicago Title Insurance Co. |
Federated Group |
IDS Financial Services |
Bank of America |
Choice Hotels |
Ferguson Property Management |
Implement.com |
Bankers Trust Corp. |
Christensen O’Connor Johnson |
First Horizon National |
Infospace |
Barker Martin |
Chubb & Sons |
FM Global |
ING |
Baxter Corporation |
Cisco |
Frank Russell Company |
Inslee, Best, Doezie & Ryer PS |
Bemis Co. |
Citigro |
Frontier Geosciences |
Intel Corporation |
Bentall |
City of Seattle |
The Gap |
Interactive Corp (ICA) |
JBT Corporation |
Milgard |
Redwoods Group |
Symantec |
JP Morgan Chase |
Momentum Distribution |
Regence Blue Shield |
Symetra |
John Hancock |
Morton, Clark, Fu & Metcalf |
Riddell Williams |
Tetra Tech EM Inc. |
Johnson & Johnson |
National Frozen Foods |
Russell |
That Patchwork Place |
Jones Lang LaSalle |
National Insurance Enterprises |
Safeco |
Thrivent Financial for Lutherans |
Kennedy Assoc. Real Estate |
NCR |
Safeway |
Tiffany and Company |
Key Bank |
Nike |
Sallie Mae Fund |
Transamerica |
Kibble & Prentice Holding Co. |
Nintendo |
SaltChuk Resources, Inc. |
Union Bank of California |
Kimberly-Clark |
North Coast Mortgage |
San Aventis |
United Airlines |
KIRO |
Northwest Federal |
San Mar Corporation |
United Parcel Service |
Kraft Foods |
Novar Controls |
SAP |
Universal Music Group |
Lahive and Cockfield LLP |
Oracle |
Sara Lee |
Urbantrans Consultants |
Lake Partners |
Pacific Development |
Schaefer Engineering Corp. |
US Bank |
LandAmerica |
Pepsi Co. |
Seattle Northwest Securities |
USA Interactive |
Lease Crutcher Lewis |
Perkins Coie |
Serials Solution |
USAA |
Lehman Brothers |
Pfizer Foundation |
Siemens |
Veritas |
Lexis Nexis |
Phillip Morris Companies |
Six Flags |
Verizon |
Liberty Mutual |
Piper Jaffray |
Sonus Pharmaceuticals |
Visio |
Lilyblad Petroleum |
Pistol Creek Financial Co. |
Sound Ventures Inc. |
Washington Dental Service |
Lucent Technologies |
Precor |
Sprint |
Washington State Physicians |
Macy’s |
Progressive Insurance Foundation |
Stafford Frey Cooper |
Wasser Inc. |
Manulife Financial |
Prudential Financial |
Starbucks Coffee Company |
Waste Management Inc. |
Marsh, Inc. |
Puget Sound Energy |
Statprobe Inc. |
Westin Hotels |
Mass Mutual |
Pugh Capital Management |
Stellent, Inc. |
William H. Gates Investment Co. |
Mattel |
Pyramid Brewery |
Stokes Lawrence |
Williams Kastner & Gibbs |
Mayflower Park Hotel |
Qualstar |
Sullivan Payne |
Wright Runstad |
Mazda |
Quadrant Corp. |
Summerville Steel |
Xerox |
McKinstry Company |
Quellos Group LLC |
Summit Law Group |
Yahoo! |
Medtronic |
R.U.S.A. (Rolex) |
Sun Microsystems |
Zevenbergen Capital Inc. |
Merck |
RBC Dain Rauscher |
Super Valu |
Zones |
Merrill Lynch |
Readers Digest |
Sussman Family Foundation |
Zymogenetics |
Metropolitan |
Real Networks |
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