Students from Pierce and Van Buren Elementary Schools battle poverty, gang violence, and hunger daily and can often find trouble quicker than they can find guidance. The Y stepped in to change that.

Dozens of families across the Oklahoma City area have received financial assistance to attend the Y after school programs like those at Pierce and Van Buren where they learn about character development and life skills like conflict resolution and social competency. Students also receive help with homework and participate in regular physical activity through sports and games.

What makes it possible for these and thousands of other children to receive financial assistance to attend after school programs like those at Pierce and Van Buren? Generous gifts to the Strong Kids Campaign.

The Annual Strong Kids Campaign is the YMCA’s community fundraising effort that enables us to provide direct financial assistance to the children and families in our community who wish to participate in the many programs and services offered by the YMCA but who lack the financial resources to do so.

Imagine the difference your gift can make in the lives of children like those at Pierce and Van Buren Elementary Schools.

Imagine changing their lives for the better and helping turn them into productive future leaders.

Imagine building strong kids.

Imagine doing all this with your gift.