101 Sand Hill Street, Marco Island, FL 34145

(239) 394-YMCA (9622)

NOVEMBER - DECEMBER 2017

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ThE GREaTER MaRCO FaMIly yMCa COMMUnITy nEwslETTER

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For many of the people affected by Irma, a meal, a tarp, some water, clothing and toiletries are luxuries

of the times – and spirited bands of Marco YMCa volunteers continue weeks later to provide supplies to ease their recovery. through this natural disaster, the greater Marco Family YMCa found new meaning for its recently launched initiative – togetherhood – by helping storm victims not only in east Naples and on Marco, but also in goodland and farther afield in everglades City.Within two days of Irma blowing through the region, board member allyson Richards and volunteer leaders such as lorraine Corva went door to door in the lake Park and auto Ranch Roads section of east Naples where some of the county’s most economically-vulnerable residents live.

“We distributed food door to door for two weeks,” Richards said. “We gathered supplies from [people and organizations] including the Marco Island Police Department, the Marco Patriots, Our Daily Bread Food Pantry, the american Red Cross and the salvation army.

On top of these mercy missions to neighborhoods traditionally served by the Y, Richards and teams of helpers, which included many Y instructors, found themselves drawn

to goodland and everglades City to do the same thing. among the many volunteers were Joan Pernice, Michelle Jordan, terese glaser and Nancy Phillips, just to recognize a few.

“In everglades City we helped set up a pantry,” she said. “We took water to goodland and food, toilet paper and water to the over-55 Westwind mobile home community off U.s.41.”

“this is where the community comes together with the whole relief effort and cleanup,

helping our families in need,” says Y CeO Cindy love.

love made special mention of Meals of Hope, Community Foundation of Collier County, United Way and the Naples Children & education Foundation (NCeF), founders of the Naples Winter Wine Festival for invaluable help and contributions, while long-serving volunteer and board president-elect Jayme lowe also praised the teamwork aspect of the operation. the ultimate aim is to strengthen the community, with all participants being volunteers.

Be our guest or invite a friend today! For more information on membership please call us today at 239-394-yMCa (9622) or visit us at www.marcoymca.org.

Grateful recipients in East Naples make their way home after picking up provisions from a traveling Marco YMCA team.

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GREaTER MaRCO FaMIly yMCa lEaDERshIPthank you to our volunteer Board members for their continued service to the community.

2017 BOaRD OF DIRECTORsPaul tateo, Board PresidentJayme lowe, President Electlinda Cassens, secretary

t.J. Boone eugene D’OnofrioFritzi Holmes sue Itayemashley lupo Roger Raymondallyson Richards scott stonebreakerChuck thomas Carl titgemeier

lIFE TRUsTEEs al Bruggemeyer ann HeneganMel Ollman Dick shanahangeorge schroll

Cindy love-abounader, CEO

DID yOU KnOweach Marco Y employee receives CPR and First aid training and certifications through the Marco Island Fire Rescue Department. Certifications are renewed every five years after a refresher course.

POsT IRMa OUTREaCh TO EVERGlaDEs CITythe Y’s Caitlin Porter led a group of United Way and st. Matthew’s House volunteers to help a Y after school family in home demo and clean up. they also brought a truckload of much needed supplies requested by everglades City school Principal Jim Ragusa and Donation Coordinator Joe West.

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wORKInG PaREnTs In haRD-hIT EasT naPlEs alsO OFFERED RElIEF

Quick to resume its afterschool educational programs at three off-campus sites in Collier County, the Marco Y has been working hard to create a sense of normalcy for kids and families who were severely affected by Irma.

the sites, at Manatee and Parkside elementary schools, as well as in everglades City, all cater to lower income families.

Charlene garcia, the Y’s school age Manager, was astonished at how many parents – most of whom live in the hard-hit east Naples area between U.s.41 and Collier Boulevard – declined help by saying there were people who needed it more.

the Y youth programs are a hub for offering free cases of water, fruit and food packs to families most affected by Irma. this is all thanks to community partnerships with Meals of Hope, United Way, the Community Foundation of Collier County, st. Matthews House, Habitat for Humanity and the

Naples Children & education Foundation (NCeF) who are regularly bringing supplies to the Marco Y for distribution.

garcia herself lives in the area, and suffered extensive damage to her manufactured home. You wouldn’t think so, however, watching her showing concern for parents as they arrive to take their children home. “I’ve cried all my tears,” she said before getting back down to all that multi-tasking.

the Naples Children & education Foundation (NCeF) and the Richard M. schulze Family Foundation largely provide funding for the outreach educational programs, garcia said. But there is always a need - now more than ever, she added.

One recipient is single mom Flor lenaris, a six ls Farm resident who is camping outside her damaged home, showering at a neighbor’s home and cooking on an outdoor grill. “they say we’ll be getting power and water back in about 10 days,” said lenaris, who works at Fresh Market in Naples and commutes each day in her small utility truck. “I didn’t work for 11 days, but I look at the people who are working so hard to get our power back, and I’m thankful,” she said.

lEly anD GOlDEn GaTE \swIM MEETs

the lely High school swim team takes advantage of the Marco Y’s offer of pool time while their pool awaits repairs after Irma.

COnGRaTUlaTIOns Ms. KElly!Congratulations to Ms. kelly, our lead early learning teacher, on completing her Bas in supervision and Management through Florida southwestern state College!

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TEnnIs/PICKlEBall

Pickleball continues to grow, and we have several players participating in the evenings and on weekends. With the active engagement of our members, we are expanding our pickleball program. For starters we had three new courts painted in our indoor gym in september. assigned playing times have been established, which will be from 1:00 to 3:00 pm on tuesdays, thursdays, saturdays and sundays.

For more information about tennis and Pickleball, please contact Roberto saad, tennisdir@marcoy.org, or call (239) 394-3144 ext.224.

MaRCO’s RIsInG KaRaTE sTaRs have sights set on Hawaiitwo rising Marco YMCa karate stars are set to head for Hawaii this November to compete in an international championship. Chase Polley and Bryant Martinez, who train with sensei Nick lemke at his shima Dojo karate school at the Marco Y, will participate Nov. 18 in the 58th all Hawaii state karate Championships/2017 Honolulu International karate-do Championships.

to learn more about the greater Marco Family YMCa and its wide variety of activities and programs for youth and adults, visit marcoymca.org.

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Meet hannahHannah Heidenreich, aquatic Director and Chronic Disease specialist, is a new Personal trainer addition here to the greater Marco Family YMCa. Hannah recently graduated with a Bachelor’s of science Degree in Health Promotions from appalachian state University. Hannah grew up on Marco Island and participated in sports throughout her schooling. she ran track, cross country and played soccer for both MICMs and lely High school.

Hannah has a passion for helping people live healthy lifestyles and therefore took many exercise science, nutrition and public health courses in college to earn her Health Promotion Degree. Hannah has taught swim lessons and currently teaches an aquatic class. Hannah lives by the quote “It’s never too early or too late to be the healthiest you” and wants to help others live with the same mentality.

Meet lee lee Pinkham, sports & Wellness Director, was born and raised in “little” Washington, North Carolina and attended appalachian state University where he graduated in 2017 with a B.s. in exercise science (strength & Conditioning) and Nutrition.

lee played three years of college soccer and worked with the Campus Recreation sport programs to help develop and manage several sport leagues (Basketball, Football, soccer, softball and tennis).

lee is an Issa Certified Personal trainer with a strong passion for Corrective exercising.

lee takes a unique approach to every individual he works with regardless of age, as healthy living should be integrated into your current lifestyle in fun and realistic ways.

lee says, “I want you to find the enjoyment in exercise and make it a part of your everyday lifestyle. exercising shouldn’t be something you dread doing every day, but something you look forward to doing!”

Heading for an international karate championship in Hawaii are Chase Polley, Instructor (Sensei) Nick Lemke and Bryant Martinez.

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how you Make a Difference$�,000- Provides financial assistance to offset the cost of after school childcare for families in need, providing a safety net for our working families and a nurturing and safe environment for their children

$2,�00 - sponsors 25 kids for a full week of summer camp

$1,000 - gives a teen positive alternatives to at-risk behavior for the summer

$�00 - Offers a single mom one month of childcare, allowing her to work to support her family

$2�0 - Prevents drowning, a leading cause of death, through swimming lessons for children from low-income families

$100 - ensures a senior couple on a fixed income can be active, healthy and connected to the community

$�0 - Helps a child learn good sportsmanship and team skills through youth sports

thank you for your generosity. as the nation’s leading nonprofit for youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, the Y uses your gift to make a meaningful, enduring impact. to make your gift, please call katherine Caskey at 239-394-3144, ext. 105.

For the 22nd Annual Greater Marco Family YMCA Golf Tournament Benefiting the Strong Kids Scholarship Campaign

Saturday, December 9, 2017

Hammock Bay Golf and CC, 1370 Borghese Lane, Naples, FL 34114 7 a.m. Registration & Continental Breakfast; 8am Shotgun start Lunch and Awards immediately following in the Clubhouse

Visit www.marcoymca.org for more information on regis-tration and sponsorships

Contact Jean Shaw, Golf Committee Chair (239) 248-4366

ejeanshaw@comcast.net

Save the Date!

Major Sponsors

For the 22nd Annual Greater Marco Family YMCA Golf Tournament Benefiting the Strong Kids Scholarship Campaign

Saturday, December 9, 2017

Hammock Bay Golf and CC, 1370 Borghese Lane, Naples, FL 34114 7 a.m. Registration & Continental Breakfast; 8am Shotgun start Lunch and Awards immediately following in the Clubhouse

Visit www.marcoymca.org for more information on regis-tration and sponsorships

Contact Jean Shaw, Golf Committee Chair (239) 248-4366

ejeanshaw@comcast.net

Save the Date!

Major Sponsors

Contact Jean shaw, golf Committee Chair(239) 248-4366

ejeanshaw@comcast.net

saVE ThE DaTE!

Major Sponsors

For the 22nd annual Greater Marco Family yMCa Golf Tournament

Benefiting the strong kids scholarship Campaignsaturday, December 9, 2017

Hammock Bay golf and Country Club,1370 Borghese lane, Naples, Fl 341147a.m. Registration and Continental Breakfast 8a.m. shotgun startlunch and awards immediately following in the ClubhouseVisit www.marcoymca.org for more information on registration

wE wElCOME BOaT anD CaR DOnaTIOnswe will pick it up and handle the details.

PlEasE COnsIDER lEaVInG yOUR lEGaCy at the Marco y through your estate plans. For information, contact Katherine Caskey at kcaskey@marcoy.org or 239.394.3144 ext.10�

the greater Marco YMCa is a registered 501(c)3 organization. 100% of your gift is tax deductible.

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Accurate Comfort Services IncAffordable LandscapingAmerican Property Management Services, LLCAP Builders Construction CompanyAir Conditioning by Florida Comfort Systems, IncArt Sellers SignsArthrex, Inc.Beach Bum Deliveries, LLCBluegrass Burger GroupBMO Harris BankBUILD, LLCCharles Stewart Mott FoundationClausen Properties, Inc.Cohoon Family Supporting OrganizationCommunity Foundation of Collier CountyCondee CoolingContry Homes GroupCracklin Jacks Inc.Doherty Apple Florida, LLC.Dollar General Literacy FoundationDryzone, Inc.

Florida Blue FoundationFlorida First Integrity BankFlorida State Alliance of YMCAs IncGannett CompanyGround Zero Land MaintenanceHarbor Goldsmith of Harbor IslandHilton Marco Island ResortHoot’s RestaurantHorizons by the SeaHuss & Associates dba H&R BlockIKB Construction CompanyIllinois Tool Works FoundationIsland Bike ShopIsland Country ClubIsland Title 5 Star Agency LLCJanneyJohn J. Fuchs Charitable TrustKari & Fred Barton FoundationKeep in Touch Cards & GiftsKiwanis Foundation of Marco IslandKretch’s RestaurantLipman Charitable TrustMarco Island Civic AssociationMarco Island Florist

Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort & SpaMarco Island Rotary Club FoundationMarco Office SupplyMarco Veterinary HospitalMarker 8.5 LLCMary & Terry Anderson Charitable FoundationMcFarland’s of Marco Womens Apparel, Inc.Mike Patrick Electric, Inc.Montrose Family Rev. TrustMutual of OmahaNacho Mama’s of Collier CountyNaples Auto Donation Center Inc.Naples Children & Education Foundation, Inc.Nationwide Studios, Inc.Norman-Spencer Watercraft InsPALS Places Inc. dba CJ’S on the BayPhysicians Regional Healthcare NetworkProut’s Plumbing Inc.Publix Super Markets Charities

Red RoosterRichard and Mary Louise Fitzgerald Charitable FundRichard M. Schulze Family FoundationRoetzel & Andress Ashley D Lupo, EsqSand BarSarazen Foundation, Gene & MarySlaggie Family FoundationSparkle Cleaning of Collier County Co. LLCStonebreaker Inc.Sunshine Stitchers, Inc.SunTrust Investment ServicesTaray InternationalThat Look by NeliThe James and Shirley Balk FoundationThe YMCA of West Central FL, Inc.Trafton Retailing, Inc.United Church of Marco IslandUnited Way of Collier County. Inc.WalmartWhole Kids FoundationWoodward, Pires & LombardoYMCA of the USA

ThanK yOU FOR VIsITInG ThE MaRCO y ThIs Fall

scott Burgess, Darcy Taylor, nancy Dauphinais, James warnken-David lawrence Center ann stavley- wGCU, Miranda Ibishi- Miranda’s hair world, steven Kissinger- The Immokalee Foundation

ThanK yOU – Marco y’s 2016-2017 Business and Foundation Donors from september and October 2017

ExPansIOn UPDaTEJust a year and half after opening the new Youth Development Center, the Marco Y began construction on its latest expansion program to add 2,700 square feet to its main activities building. this exciting expansion includes 24-hour Fitness Center access, new equipment, a Cardiac Rehab area, and Community Partnership Center. the expansion will open in early 2018.

“We are thrilled to be offering more services to our members and non-members through our Community Partnerships Center. the Y is the heart of the Island, and it is our job to continue to fill the needs of our community,” says CeO Cindy love.

the Marco Y serves over 2,000 children in early learning, after school, summer Camps, and sports in east Naples, everglades City, and Marco Island and serves over 10,000 members of the community throughout the year. at the Y, we believe that everyone has great potential, and we are committed to helping all people get access to the resources and support to thrive.

the Marco YMCa is a 501(c)3 organization and through generous donations and sponsorships, the Y supports those who need it most, regardless of income level.

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FaCEs OF ThE MaRCO yhURRICanE RElIEF DOnORs & VOlUnTEERs Thank you to all of those who helped us get the y and those we serve back together, and to all those who volunteered by donating time, needed items and money. your support makes a difference in our community.

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