The YMCA of Orange County Community Services Building Community One Person at a Time

ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. - March 14, 2014 - PRLog -- YMCA Community Services celebrates the completion of their annual fundraising campaign to raise money for foster youth, children with special needs and adults with developmental disabilities

On March 11, 2014 the YMCA of Orange County Community Services (YCS) program celebrated their annual fundraising campaign efforts. YCS provides essential support for youth and adults with developmental disabilities and foster care youth and families. Their goal this year was to raise $25,000 to ensure that over 500 children and families can participate in Y programs, and as of March 14, 2014, they have raised over $28,570 – that’s 114% of goal.

“I was part of the New Horizons program for 5 years, and in my time there I made good friends with both the staff and fellow members. The New Horizons program is the best, the staff inspired me every day and I love them all. To be part of this program was a blast, and helped me learn and grow stronger. The YMCA is all about being supportive and will help anyone achieve their dreams,” says Monique T., a program participant.

In 2013, the YMCA of Orange County’s Community Services program has provided over 50,000 hours of support for the community, over $42,000 in financial aid awards and  $11,000 in scholarships. To donate and support their fundraising efforts, visit www.ymcaoc.org/ycscampaign.

To learn more about YMCA Community Services and ways to give, visit their website at www.ymcaoc.org/ycs or contact Michelle Byerly at mbyerly@ymcaoc.org or (714) 508-7638.