The reason I work for and believe in the Y is what we do to serve our community. In the short time I have been in membership, I have been able to give scholarships to deserving families so they can join our Y. One family in particular stands out in my mind. A single mom with 3 children lost her husband to cancer. She was granted a scholarship for her to enjoy a place for her kids to play and her to take care of herself.

Lauren Roberts
LAGUNA NIGUEL FAMILY YMCA

A few years back I started in the Y-Guides program, now called Adventure Guides, with my older son, James. I am now in the program with my second child, Grant, and look forward to doing the same with my daughter, Julia, next year. This program has provided us with bonding experiences that are immeasurable. I remember initially thinking that I don't need a program to help me spend time with my kids; however, Adventure Guides has allowed us to do some incredible things- Surf Camp, Catalina Island, spending the night inside the aquarium exhibit at Sea World, etc. What makes this program so great is that the entire purpose is to provide a bonding experience with you and your child, not send them with a "den" parent to a meeting or camp site. A week doesn't go by where one of my kids reflects back on one of the great things we've done with Adventure Guides, asking when we get to go again. I am grateful for these memorable experiences, and look forward to many more over the next few years.

Anonymous
LAGUNA NIGUEL FAMILY YMCA - ADVENTURE GUIDES

Every Healthy Kid's Day, we see families out together enjoying each other, enjoying friends and making new friends. My first Healthy Kid's Day was the most moving experience for me. I saw how the Y impacts busy family lives and "slows" people down so they can bond. It's great!

Laura
LAGUNA NIGUEL FAMILY YMCA