Ways to Give
When you give to the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka, you’re helping to build healthier, more connected communities across our region. Your generosity ensures that individuals and families have access to the programs, supports, and opportunities they need to reach their full potential.
Explore the many ways in which you can make a difference!
Ways to Give
Donate Online
Whether you make a one-time gift or become a monthly donor, your generosity helps create lasting, meaningful change in the lives of people across our communities. Small consistent efforts add up to make a big and meaningful impact.
Give in Person
Donations are accepted at the front desks of any of our YMCA Health, Fitness & Aquatics Centres.
Events
Join us throughout the year as we bring our communities together through exciting signature and third-party events. Whether you sponsor, donate, volunteer, or participate, your involvement makes a difference!
Sponsorship
Demonstrate your organization’s commitment to building healthy communities. We embrace collaboration with partners that share our values and vision so that together, we can make a greater impact.
Planned Giving
A planned or legacy gift is a meaningful way to leave a lasting impact on our YMCA. By including the organization in your will, estate, or other financial plans, you help support future generations in our communities.
Securities and Mutual Funds
Donating securities or mutual funds is a simple and tax-efficient way to maximize your gift. By giving these assets directly to the YMCA, you can avoid paying capital gains tax.
The Potential of Your Gift
Monthly giving is an easy, convenient, and affordable way to give to our YMCA and make a lasting difference.
$25 / Month
A monthly gift of $25 has an annual impact of $300. Gives a child a full week of summer day camp, where they’ll build confidence, make friends, and create memories that will last a lifetime.
$50 / Month
A monthly gift of $50 has an annual impact of $600. Supports a youth in their journey towards Advanced Aquatic Certifications, such as National Lifeguard Certifications.
$100 / Month
A monthly gift of $100 has an annual impact of $1,200. Supports a child or youth on their journey to overnight camp, where they will learn new skills, build confidence, and make lifelong friendships.
FAQs
How can I make a donation? Donations are accepted at all of our Health, Fitness & Aquatics centres at the front desk, can be made online, or by calling the Philanthropy Office at 705-220-1520.
When will I receive a tax receipt for my donation? One-time donations made online are receipted by email at the time of donation. Monthly donations made online or gifts made in person at a YMCA front desk, are receipted at the end of the year. Donors will receive a cumulative tax receipt by mail in early February for all eligible gifts not previously receipted during the calendar year.
- I did not receive my tax receipt; can I get it resent? If you have questions about a tax receipt you have been issued, or require a copy of a previously issued tax receipt, please email our Philanthropy Team at [email protected].
- Can I set up an ongoing or monthly donation? Donations can be set up for any length of time you wish. Monthly donations can be set up through our online donation form. If you require support in setting up a monthly gift, please contact our Philanthropy Team at [email protected] for assistance.
Tax Receipts
If you have questions about a tax receipt you have been issued, or require a copy of a previously issued tax receipt, please use the link below and email the Philanthropy Team. A member of our team will be happy to assist you.