Since 1886, the Y has helped everyday moments lead to growth and belonging. Our 2026 Community Strong Campaign celebrates 140 years of impact while raising funds to keep Y programs accessible to all. Join us in raising $300,000 toward the $1.2 million in scholarships and financial assistance we provide each year and give to help keep our Y, community strong, for everyone.

CONTACT INFORMATION

▾ Jeramie Barletta, Director of Advancement Operations

908-738-2175

Jeramie.Barletta@thesay.org

GIVING OPTIONS

▾ DEBIT, CREDIT, OR BANK (ACH)

Submit a one-time donation online or make your gift go further with a monthly donation. Recurring payments are processed on the 1st of each month, and can be amended or cancelled at any time. To choose this option, select the “Make it Monthly” box when you make a donation online.

▾ CHECK

All checks can be made payable to Summit Area YMCA and mailed to:

Summit Area YMCA
Attn: Development
99 Morris Avenue
Summit, NJ 07901

▾ DONOR ADVISED FUNDS

A DAF is a tax-smart charitable giving account where you contribute assets today, receive your tax deduction now, and then you can recommend grants to the Summit Area YMCA over time.

▾ WIRE TRANSFER

To make a donation through wire/ACH:

Pay To: Citizens Bank – Summit, NJ
Routing No: 036076150
Beneficiary Instructions
For the Benefit of: The Summit Area YMCA
Account No: 539902648

▾ ENDOWMENT/PLANNED GIVING

We give members of the community an opportunity to play an invaluable role in the future of the Summit Area YMCA by contributing to our endowment. Just as you or your children today have benefited from the character-driven Y programs and services, future generations will also benefit from the Y because of a gift you made today. Our endowment ensures that the SAY will remain open providing valuable services if there is a change in the financial climate that effects the financial health of the Y. In tough times, keeping the doors open to a valuable community support system, like the Y, is even more important.

▾ GIFTS OF STOCK

Donate appreciated stocks or securities to the Summit Area YMCA and potentially receive tax benefits, including avoiding capital gains taxes. Your gift helps support our mission while providing a simple and effective way to make a meaningful impact on our community.

Please forward any information regarding a pending stock transfer to Jeramie Barletta at jeramie.barletta@thesay.org or 908-738-2173. The donor’s name is not transferred with the stock information. Providing us with information relating to the transfer will ensure stock gifts are appropriately attributed to the donor. Gifts of securities will be valued at full market value on the date of the transfer to The Y.

▾ MATCHING GIFTS

Your gift could be doubled or even tripled with a matching gift from your employer! Click here to check your eligibility or contact your company’s personnel office for specific information about your employer’s matching gift program.

▾ SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

We believe we’re all better off when we’re part of an “us” and the Y is grateful to the many local organizations that invest in our community through their philanthropic support. Your participation through event registration and sponsorships directly contributes to our ability to extend our financial assistance program, ensuring that families facing hardships receive the help they need. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make a difference on the local level and be associated with a cause for good, enhancing your brand by gaining visibility and recognition with thousands of members and the greater community.

Community Strong Campaign 2026

By Summit Area YMCA

Community Strong Campaign 2026

14 Days for 14 Decades of the Summit Area YMCA

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