News & Updates

18

MAY

Oakshire Inspires Benefit for the New Y

Join us on Wednesday, May 18 at Oakshire Public House! One dollar from every pint sold throughout the whole day (11am-10pm) will be donated to the campaign for a new Y. Stop by anytime throughout the day to support the...

11 MAY

$1 MILLION MATCH WILL COMPLETE THE COMMUNITY PHASE OF THIS IS Y CAPITAL CAMPAIGN FOR A NEW FLAGSHIP FACILITY

The Eugene Family YMCA needs to raise only $1 million to reach its Capital Campaign Community Phase goal of $5 million thanks to hundreds of generous donors and an influential new match challenge from the Tykeson Family Foundation.

06

MAY

Ems Fundraiser for the New Y

Join us at PK Park on Friday, May 6th to watch the Eugene Emeralds play the Hillsboro Hops! The first pitch will be thrown at 7:35 p.m. Visit the Y's table at the game for games, prizes, and information about...

19

APR

Hot Mama's Wings Fundraiser for the New Y

On Tuesday, April 19th Hot Mama's Wings will be donating a portion of their sales to the campaign for a new Y. Head down to Hot Mama's Wings at 420 W 13th Ave anytime between 11:30 am - 8:30 pm...

18

APR

April 2022 Quarterly Newsletter

A $100,000 gift from the OCCU Foundation propels our Y’s fundraising efforts for a new Y forward and promises to support the financial literacy of our community’s youth! Read more about this impactful donation and what it means for our...

14

APR

OCCU Foundation Partners for New Y and Financial Literacy

$100,000 gift to be recognized in the new Y’s Youth Learning Lab and solidifies commitment to educate youth about finances.

01 MAR

Eugene Family YMCA Makes Final Land Payment for New Y Property

The $2.85 million land was purchased from 4J School District in 4 payments throughout the last 6 years.

15 FEB

Lane County Medical Society endorses New Y project

Capital Campaign for a New Y is endorsed by oldest physician organization in Lane County.

11 FEB

CAPITAL CAMPAIGN FOR A NEW Y MEETS ANOTHER MILESTONE

More than 80 donors contributed to a $250,000 match launched Jan. 3, bringing the total dollars raised in the $5 million Community Phase of the Campaign for a New Y to $1,726,106.

06 JAN

Incredible Progress Toward New Y: $500K Match Exceeded in 6 Weeks

Because of the incredible generosity of 441 donors, the Eugene Family YMCA is more than $1.2 million closer to its Community Phase fundraising goal of $5 million for a New Y and has launched a new $250,000 match in the new year!

15 NOV

New Y Project $5 Million from Fundraising Goal

Chambers Family cousins, Kendra Goldberg and Julia Stiltner, to spearhead ‘THIS IS Y’ Community Fundraising Phase. Groundbreaking is projected for July 2022. Construction is expected for 17 months, with an anticipated grand opening in December 2023.

28 JUN

Legislators Reauthorize $15M for Y's New Flagship Facility

COVID-19 stalled sale of lottery-backed bonds from 2019 Legislative session; 2021 Legislature includes the Y in $445 million package

08 JUN

Chambers Family Foundation Gifts $1.5 Million to the New Y

The Eugene Family YMCA enthusiastically celebrates a $1.5 million gift from the Chambers Family Foundation for the new Y to be built at 24th Avenue and Hilyard Street.

20 APR

The Jaqua Family Inspires $4 Million to the New Y

The Eugene Family YMCA expresses its heartfelt appreciation for the completion of a challenge grant by the John E. and Robin Jaqua Fund of Oregon Community Foundation, which inspired 145 donors to raise a total of $4 million for the new Y.

15

MAR

Y Celebrates $650,000 in gifts to new Y

The Capital Campaign for a new Y celebrates significant gifts totaling $650,000 that mark critical contributions toward the $42 million goal.

22

DEC

Eugene Family YMCA's Capital Campaign Project Celebrates Significant Milestones

$42 million project reflects the ability to serve immediate and future community needs, as well as respond to emergencies

21

OCT

Magnanimous Donors Believe In The Impact Of The Eugene Family YMCA Toward A Thriving Community

The Eugene Family YMCA is honored to announce that several gifts totaling $450,000 are advancing the Capital Campaign for a new Y, which has also met a key architectural milestone: 50 percent completion of the construction documents.

11

AUG

Union Pacific Community Ties Giving Program Supports Eugene Family YMCA's Capital Campaign For A New Y

The $20,000-plus gift is intended to improve quality of life where Union Pacific employees live and work.

16

JUN

PacificSource Health Plans Partners With Eugene Family YMCA For Bold Vision Of The Future

The $200,000 gift will help build the new Y, expand youth development and provide financial assistance.

12

FEB

Eugene Family YMCA Welcomes Chris Miller To Capital Campaign Cabinet

Former Sheldon High School, University of Oregon and NFL football player continues work to support and nurture youth, inspire philanthropy.

08

JAN

Bill And Michelle Service Provide $4 Million Leadership Gift To Create Lasting YMCA Impact In Lane County

The largest single gift toward the Y's Capital Campaign represents commitment to the Y's crucial role in the community.

23

DEC

Tykeson Family Foundation Contributes $100,000 To Build The New YMCA

Tykeson gift recognizes the Y's work to encourage health and inclusivity.

17

DEC

Eugene Family YMCA Raises $1 Million Through Betty Soreng Oregon Community Foundation Challenge Grant

Generous Y supporters help Capital Campaign for a new flagship facility.

07

FEB

Eugene Family YMCA Awarded $15 Million In State Capital Construction Funding

One of Oregon's oldest nonprofits will replace aging facility, expand services.