The Elkins YMCA
Support Us
Donate to the Y
Each year, the Y must raise over $60,000 from individuals and businesses to sustain and grow the programs that make a lasting impact in our community. Your donation helps ensure that everyone—regardless of age, income, or background—has access to life-changing opportunities at the Y.
There are many ways to support us—through donations, fundraising events, and volunteering.
Let us know how you can help us.
How To Donate
Your support helps
Join us in creating a stronger, healthier community. Your donation helps us to provide valuable programs and services:
- Affordable memberships for working families, seniors, and youth
- Community health programs, after-school care, and summer camps
- Facility upgrades that ensure a safe, welcoming environment for all
This year, we’re focusing on essential renovations, including replacing the pool filtration system and updating the gymnasium floor. These improvements will ensure a safer and more welcoming space for everyone.
Make A Donation Today
Make a one-time or recurring donations (online or by mail), corporate or business sponsorship, in-kind donations (equipment, services, supplies), or planned giving (estate or legacy gifts).
- Making an online donation
- Mailing a check with a Donation Form to:
Elkins-Randolph County YMCA
400 Davis Avenue
Elkins, WV 26241
Download Donation Form PDF
Donations of $500 or more will be honored on our commemorative donor walls in the pool facility or gymnasium. Every gift, no matter the size, brings us closer to our goal.
Host a Fundraiser to Support the Y
Want to rally your friends, family, workplace, or community to support the Y? Hosting a fundraiser is a great way to share your passion and multiply your impact. Whether you organize a concert, a fitness challenge, a school event, or a birthday donation drive, your effort helps fund essential YMCA programs.
We’d love to support your ideas and help make your event a success. To get started, contact us to talk through your fundraiser plans. We can provide logos, materials, and messaging to help promote your event. Proceeds can support general programming or a specific cause, such as youth sports, summer camp scholarships, or facility upgrades.
Volunteer at the Y
When you give your time to the Y, you’re helping to strengthen our entire community. Volunteers are at the heart of what we do—we rely on people like you to help us provide safe, supportive, and engaging programs for all ages. Whether you’re mentoring young athletes, lending a hand during a special event, or offering help behind the scenes, your time and effort make a meaningful difference.
Special Events and Fundraisers
Assist with fun, community-focused events such as Healthy Kids Day, Halloween at the Y, and seasonal fundraisers. These one-day opportunities are a great way to give back, even if you have a busy schedule.
Facility Projects
We occasionally need volunteers for projects like landscaping, painting, and light maintenance—especially during renovation periods.
Administrative Support
If you’re organized and enjoy detail-oriented tasks, you can help with clerical work such as mailings, phone calls, or database updates.
Volunteer as a Coach
Do you enjoy working with kids and supporting youth development? We’re looking for volunteer coaches for our Jerry West and Mighty Mights Youth Basketball Leagues. To get started:
- Complete the Volunteer Coach Application and submit it to the front desk or email it to childcare@elkinsymca.com.
- Complete the required child safety training.
- Attend a coaches’ orientation meeting.
Program Support
Help with youth programs, swim meets, or summer camps. Volunteers assist with check-in, setup and cleanup, and supporting staff with activities.
Ready to Get Started?
For more information, please contact Sid Gillispie, executive director, at 304-636-4515 or sgillispie@elkinsymca.com.
Thank you for your continued support!