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Wildfire Evacuee Support
As wildfires continue to impact communities across Manitoba, many individuals and families have been forced to leave their homes. In response, the YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg is offering free access to all of our community hubs for those affected and we are working closely with the Canadian Red Cross and the City of Winnipeg to coordinate services and ensure we respond with compassion and care.
Ways You Can Help
Urgently Needed Items. All four of our community hub locations and 38+ child care centres will be accepting donations of the following:
- Baby formula, baby food, diapers, wipes, infant Tylenol, infant Advil, Polysporin
- Toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, period products, shampoo, soap
- Phone charges and power banks
All items collected will be sent to LINKING HOPE for distribution. Please contact Linking Hope directly for any and all clothing donation inquiries.
Volunteer. If you are able to volunteer your time to the Wildfire Evacuee Support Programs, please apply online at Y Winnipeg Volunteer Opportunities. .
Donate. Financial donations can be made directly to the Canadian Red Cross at redcross.ca where all donations are currently being matched by the Government of Canada and the Government of Manitoba.
Local financial support can be made in-person at any Y Winnipeg community hub or online at our website
Find a location to donate urgently needed items
As a charity, Y Winnipeg ignites the potential in people by helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities. Your support can change lives, create opportunities and advance the well-being of the communities we serve by helping to develop healthy and successful people who in turn create a positive impact.
We bring light to our vision by helping children and youth find their spark, creating belonging, and helping people overcome the obstacles that prevent them from thriving mentally, physically and socially. Our mission includes breaking down barriers to inclusion to be a champion of people and extends beyond physical health by helping children learn and grow, supporting mental health, welcoming newcomers and empowering youth.
Ways to Help Winnipeg Shine
Strong Kids
Strong Kids is about creating opportunities for kids to reach their full potential, to have fun, be active, and build friendships, belonging and confidence.
Send a Kid to Camp
Camp Stephens has provided a wealth of experiences to thousands of children. You can help make a child's camp dreams come true.
Heart of the City Campaign
Support a transformation of the Downtown Y into a community hub with expanded community programming and inclusive spaces.
Legacy Giving
Share your values with a gift to future generations of children, youth and families. Your planned gift can have an impact for years to come.
Igniting Potential in Our Community
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Generations of Healthy Memories
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Give Your Time
Volunteer at the Y
Work alongside our staff to make an impact in the community. We value the time and commitment of our volunteers in child care, community programs and our Health Fitness and Aquatics Centres. All volunteers are screened through a review process to ensure the safety of all vulnerable people in our facilities and programs.