The Stuart C Gildred Family YMCA kicked off its annual campaign on Feb. 3 and the organization has set its goal of $180,000. Jeff Sgobba, Stuart C Gildred Family YMCA board member, has been selected as the campaign chair to ensure the fundraising goal is met.

The Montecito Family YMCA is launching its Annual Fundraising Campaign, 6 p.m. Feb. 17 to help ensure everyone in southern Santa Barbara County has access to community programs and resources that support youth development, healthy living, social responsibility, and struggling families.

The Lompoc Family YMCA will kick off its Annual Campaign on Thursday Feb. 4, and has named Maralynn (Haney) Blair the honorary chair. Blair has held major volunteer roles with the organization.

Ventura Family YMCA receives national YUSA grant to provide swim program scholarships for underserved communities.

The John C. Mithun foundation, an organization with a passion for directly helping children and families, provided over $90,000 in scholarships and financial assistance for the Santa Barbara Family YMCA childcare program.

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