GREAT LEADERSHIP. Many believe it’s the ability to do things first. At theYMCA of Central Florida, we know that leadership means being able to see things first. To see potential where others see plight. To see hope where others see hardship. And to see future possibilities where others see a finished product. YMCA of Central Florida | 2011 Annual Report GREAT LEADERSHIP. Many believe it’s the ability to do things first. At theYMCA of Central Florida, we know that leadership means being able to see things first. To see potential where others see plight. To see hope where others see hardship. And to see future possibilities where others see a finished product. That’s how we’ve managed to keep our community growing strong year after year. Where others have seen only obstacles, the Y has seen opportunities to change lives for the better. Where others have looked only at present challenges, the Y has envisioned a future filled with possibility for every man, woman and child. And where others have found only dead ends, the Y has focused on distant horizons and forged new paths to get there. BECAUSE WE SEE, WE LEAD. BECAUSE WE SEE, OUR COMMUNITY SOARS. YMCA OF CENTRAL FLORIDA | 2011 ANNUAL REPORT | 2 FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT FOR HEALTHY LIVING FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY PREVENTION AS THE KEY TO A LONG AND HEALTHY LIFE. So the Y is reinventing our entire approach to wellness to put a greater emphasis on prevention and a proactive approach to healthy living. YMCA OF CENTRAL FLORIDA | 2011 ANNUAL REPORT | 4 5 | 2011 ANNUAL REPORT | YMCA OF CENTRAL FLORIDA FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT FOR HEALTHY LIVING FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY PREVENTION AS THE KEY TO A LONG AND HEALTHY LIFE. So the Y is reinventing our entire approach to wellness to put a greater emphasis on prevention and a proactive approach to healthy living. YMCA OF CENTRAL FLORIDA | 2011 ANNUAL REPORT | 4 5 | 2011 ANNUAL REPORT | YMCA OF CENTRAL FLORIDA A focus on prevention A PROACTIVE SOLUTION WITH PROVEN RESULTS has always been part of In 2010, 10.1% of Florida adults were diagnosed with diabetes, our landscape at the Y. making the state the 10th highest in the nation when it comes to diabetes in adults. And now our commitment In addition, 1.2% were diagnosed with prediabetes, a potentially reversible condition that often leads to diabetes. is stronger than ever. The YMCA Diabetes Prevention Program targets these at-risk individuals, arming them with the At the Y, our holistic While doctors are preparing to switch their And prevention isn’t just about providing tools, knowledge and motivation they approach to prevention focus from disease treatment to disease programs for people with health problems. need to stop this disease in its tracks. encourages men, women prevention in light of upcoming changes The Y is exploring a number of new to national healthcare, we at the Y are initiatives to empower and educate all our Based on extensive research by the and children to commit to healthy living not just continuing to support health and wellness members, even the healthiest ones. We see National Institutes of Health, the through a range of ambitious and far- a future in which every Y features a while they are working diet 12-month group-based program reaching efforts. and nutrition center serving healthy food out at the Y, but all day, provides guidance and encouragement throughout the day, as well as training from a trained lifestyle coach and every day, in every area We just relaunched the YMCA Diabetes labs that teach members how to shop for classmates facing similar challenges. of their lives. Prevention Program, which helps adults healthy groceries and prepare delicious, With the help of this support network, at a high risk for Type II diabetes learn nutritious meals at home. participants learn how to eat well, about and adopt the healthy eating and exercise more, reduce stress, and exercise habits proven to reduce the risk solve their problems in a more of developing the disease. Similarly, the constructive manner. Healthy Weigh program offered at the Crosby YMCA helps individuals change The program consists of 16 core their lifestyles dramatically with the sessions followed by monthly guidance of a licensed health maintenance sessions to keep are practitioner. participants inspired and motivated to meet their goal: losing 7% of their body weight and gradually increasing The motivation, support and programs provided by physical activity to 150 minutes per week. the Y empower people to take their health into their own hands. Together, we will curb obesity, reduce the rate of diabetes and heart disease in our community, and keep every man and woman thriving at any age. 7 | 2011 ANNUAL REPORT | YMCA OF CENTRAL FLORIDA FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT FOR HEALTHY LIVING FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY THAT READING IS A KEY BUILDING BLOCK OF LEARNING. So the Y is revitalizing our education and youth development programs to incorporate reading into the curriculum and inspire a passion for learning that will help children thrive at every age. YMCA OF CENTRAL FLORIDA | 2011 ANNUAL REPORT | 8 9 | 2011 ANNUAL REPORT | YMCA OF CENTRAL FLORIDA FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT FOR HEALTHY LIVING FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY THAT READING IS A KEY BUILDING BLOCK OF LEARNING. So the Y is revitalizing our education and youth development programs to incorporate reading into the curriculum and inspire a passion for learning that will help children thrive at every age. YMCA OF CENTRAL FLORIDA | 2011 ANNUAL REPORT | 8 9 | 2011 ANNUAL REPORT | YMCA OF CENTRAL FLORIDA CLOSING THE ACADEMIC As a recognized leader and ACHIEVEMENT GAP The Y has a long history of devel- innovator in the world of oping and delivering innovative learning programs that complement the existing education system. Our education, the Y has always programs fuel the entire education continuum from birth through the teen years, providing kids of every age with the resources and support believed in harnessing every they need to thrive. In our Early Childhood Development opportunity for learning Centers, preschool age children engage in activities that stimulate their young minds. At the co-located and development. Lake Nona YMCA/Northlake Park Community School, elementary At the Walt Disney World And now, we are taking another school students are immersed in an Family Centers, we developed important step forward. The Y has innovative learning environment that’s a revolutionary, education- incorporated reading into the curriculum been heralded as a model for future focused approach to childcare of all our youth development initiatives education. Our After School and that helps preschoolers prepare so that kids can keep flexing their brains Summer Learning programs foster even after school lets out. In our after for kindergarten. Through a continuous learning, so middle school school programs, elementary and middle The Y also expanded our groundbreaking partnership students can keep flexing their brains school students read about the activities Teen Achievers program. between Northlake Park even while school is out. And through that they love so they learn that reading In addition to preparing Teen Achievers, our volunteer Community School and the Lake can be fun. And in addition to adding mentors help high school students Nona Y, we created an innovative reading components to our summer camp kids for college, we are also prepare for a successful future at learning environment that keeps programs, the Y now has real school helping them consider college, trade school, or in the military. children and parents more teachers leading the camps to facilitate other positive options for strongly connected with teachers, learning. They allow working parents to the future, including the With these programs, the Y is helping educators and the community. keep their children in a positive, stimulating to close the academic achievement environment even while school is out. And, military or trade school. gap between children and produce by helping kids read at their grade level or Our approach to education healthier, more connected kids across above, we keep them from losing ground is all about helping each our community. when they’re out of school. No one works harder than the Y at preparing kids to child achieve his or her own thrive in the classroom, and ultimately, in true potential. college, the workplace, and in life. 11 | 2011 ANNUAL REPORT | YMCA OF CENTRAL FLORIDA FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT FOR HEALTHY LIVING FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY AN OPPORTUNITY TO TEACH STRONG VALUES TO AN ENTIRE COMMUNITY. So the Y is demonstrating, strengthening and instilling strong values in everything we do. YMCA OF CENTRAL FLORIDA | 2011 ANNUAL REPORT | 12 13 | 2011 ANNUAL REPORT | YMCA OF CENTRAL FLORIDA FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT FOR HEALTHY LIVING FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY AN OPPORTUNITY TO TEACH STRONG VALUES TO AN ENTIRE COMMUNITY. So the Y is demonstrating, strengthening and instilling strong values in everything we do. YMCA OF CENTRAL FLORIDA | 2011 ANNUAL REPORT | 12 13 | 2011 ANNUAL REPORT | YMCA OF CENTRAL FLORIDA At the Y, we do more than talk POWERFUL LEADERSHIP. POWERFUL ADVOCATES. about values. We bring them to All the people we serve, all the lives we change, all the communities we life every day in our own actions empower, our fellow advocates help to make it possible. and serve as a powerful role model Our most dedicated advocate, Dr. Phillips Charities, has honored for the men, women, children and us with more than $25 million in gifts and 25 years of commitment, enabling our organization to partners of our organization. continuously transform facilities and enhance the services we offer to our A volunteer coach teaching fairness and These are just a few examples of how our more than 150,000 members.