Annual Campaign

WHERE THERE’S A Y, THERE’S A WAY.

At the Duneland Family YMCA, we believe in the power of community. Every day, we create opportunities for individuals and families to grow stronger – physically, mentally, and emotionally. From early learning programs to health initiatives, youth sports to senior fitness, we are here to ensure everyone has the resources they need to thrive. But we can’t do it alone.

Your support makes it possible for us to remove barriers and open doors. It funds scholarships for families in need, enables after-school care for working parents, and keeps our facilities accessible for everyone, regardless of their financial situation. When you give to the Y, you empower your neighbors to achieve their fullest potential.

Where there’s a Y, there’s a WAY – to build stronger families, a healthier community, and a brighter future.

JOIN US IN MAKING A DIFFERENCE.

WHY IT MATTERS

Together, we can create a community where every child learns to swim, every senior finds companionship, and every individual discovers the confidence to tackle life’s challenges.

Meet Corey Hecht and Shannon Donnelly, 2025 Duneland YMCA Annual Support Campaign Co-Chairs and dedicated supporters of the Duneland Family YMCA and Forchetti Famiy YMCA Center for Early Learning.

WHO IT HELPS

Together, we can ensure the Y continues to be a place where all belong and dreams are realized. Together, we can remove barriers and open doors for children, families, seniors, and neighbors in need, regardless of their financial situation.

Meet Linnea Forchetti, life-long supporter of the Duneland Family YMCA and Forchetti Family YMCA Center for Early Learning, annual donor, and dedicated difference maker in the Duneland commmunity.

WHAT'S YOUR WHY?

Our mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. Strengthening community is our cause.

The Y is here for youth development, for healthy living, and for social responsibility. Our programs nurture potential, improve health and educate youth, both on our campus and beyond our doors. The Duneland Family YMCA has made a promise to our community that everyone has the opportunity to participate regardless of the ability to pay. Where there’s a Y, there’s a WAY.

WILL YOU JOIN US?

2025 Annual Campaign Toolkit

Thank You 2025 Advocate, Founder and Fellow Sponsors:

THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR 2025 ANNUAL CAMPAIGN SPONSORS SO FAR...

1st Source Bank, Abonmarche Consultants, Inc., Andrew Olson, Anonymous, Anton Insurance, a Shepherd Company, Bank of America Charitable Foundation, Berglund Construction, Carol Hokanson, Chesterton Family Dental, Chesterton-Porter Rotary Club, John and Christy Jarka, David Edwards, Deborah Dauber, Ellis Electric, Flanagin’s Bulk Mail, In Memory of Robert A. Welsh, James Canfield, James F. Giannini & Associates, LLC, James Thorstad, Janet and Robert Griffiths, Janet Paulson, Jeanne Kasarda, Moake Parke, Nisouce, Jessica Amling, John and Pam Easterday, John VanDenburgh, Karen Reder, M&S Collision of Chesterton, Michael Anton, Mike Harris, Tim Harris, Nature’s Cupboard, Net Par, Patricia Jandura, Paul Boyter, Robert Hartmann, Safe Environmental Corporation, RML Developers, Tony Bombacino, Wellsand Landscaping and Hardscapes, RV Sutton Inc., The Dreaming Projects, Robert Rogers, Trout Glass and Mirror, William Sutton, Smartsnack LLC., Millies Engineering Group, Michael Uzelac, Ennis Builders, Kelly Sieman, Rhonda Day, Karen Karriman, Dr. Chip Pettit, Kevin and Sarah Kretzmann, Connor Nolan, Nancy Hokanson, Geoffrey Laciak, Samantha Schilla, Tom Wisch Agency Allstate Insurance, The Trout Family, In Memory of Robert Swiatek, Tyler Devitte, Crystal Soliday, Shannon Donnelly, Cerensa Bradford, Intertide Partners McGuire, Puntillo & Crane, Clark Gloyeske, Keith Radik, Lucia Dolk, Barry Vickers, Sam Cooper, Lynda Schoberth, Linda Dolk, Barbara Whitlow, Loretta Maar, Bright Direction Dental, The Trakas Family, Horizon Bank, Paula Callaway Thomas and Diane Driver, Theresa Mauke, Better Choices Better Lives, Phil Frech, Cleveland Cliffs, Joyce Vinson, Lynda Henson, G.E. Marshall Inc., Daniel Kretzmann, Kathy and Brent Holaway, Leslie Yendro, Laurel Burchfield, Deborah Hurley, Luella DeWulf, Chesterton-Duneland Kiwanis, Maria Bachuchin, Timothy Rice, Parkdale Center LLC, Greta McKeough, Jennifer Gaudy, Linda Vickerd, Kristin Busch, Pam Vankosky, Roy Endsley, Liz Noble, Judith Chelf, Jena Ford, Ana Scott, Patricia Hineline, Austen Park, Taylor Graham, Roland Wilson, Mark Pruitt, Wenonah Wukich, Anthony Hardin, Jacob Reeder, Beverly Fields, Chelsea Ramsey, Justin Conway, Robyn Mitchell, Josephine Martinez, Betty Whiting, Jean Pass, Meg McCarel, Adria White, Jayson Knight..and more to come!