$15 Raised for Racine Family YMCA

Proceeds from participation in the Lighthouse Run support the Racine Family YMCA's STRONG COMMUNITIES CAMPAIGN that transforms the lives of Racine youth and families: 

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

#KIDSTRONGRACINE

PROGRAMS THAT SERVE 1,000+ AT-RISK KIDS AND TEENS EACH YEAR

• After school and summer initiatives that provide academic support and character development activities to improve grades, outlook and reduce summer learning loss
• Mentorship for youth involved in or at high risk for involvement in the juvenile justice system to provide hope and the path to successful futures
• Instruction that inspires healthy life choices

#FAMILYSTRONGRACINE

FAMILY STRENGTHENING PROGRAMS & SERVICES THAT ANNUALLY SERVE 800+ CHILDREN, TEENS AND ADULTS

• Free, nutritious meals for families in need
• Instruction in healthy food choices and meal preparation
• Reconnecting non-custodial fathers with their children through parenting classes and job readiness training
• Case-managed family engagement to provide resources and emotional wellness counseling with certified therapists for children, families and individuals
• Workforce development and job placement assistance to lift families out of poverty

COMMUNITY HEALTH

#HEALTHSTRONGRACINE

INITIATIVES FOR THOSE WITH PHYSICAL CHALLENGES OR PRE-CONDITIONS, SERVING 265+ INDIVIDUALS EACH YEAR

• LIVESTRONG program for cancer survivors and warriors
• Exercise programs for individuals with Parkinson's
• Diabetes prevention
• Managing and monitoring blood pressure