Jacks that Give Back Challenge Progress!
Total Jumps: 6,006 (As of May 21, 2025)
Thickwood YMCA Child Care Early Years: 3,325 (Goal: 1,000)
Thickwood YMCA Child Care Out of School Care: 2,681 (Goal: 1,200)
Keep up the energy for Strong Kids, Strong Communities!
Move for a Stronger Community – May 22 to 31, 2025
Get ready to jump for a cause! The Jacks that Give Back Challenge is your family’s chance to make a difference — one jumping jack at a time. From May 22–31, kids, youth, and families across Wood Buffalo are joining together to raise $5,000 to help all children access the programs they need to shine.
What’s the Challenge?
It’s simple — and fun!
- Download Your Challenge Kit and get started!
- Invite friends and family to pledge or join the fun.
- Share your fundraising/jump progress using #YStrongKidsChallenge.
- Upload your photos and stories using Memory Fox to be featured in our community highlights!
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Why It Matters
Every dollar raised goes directly toward helping families access:
- Child Care emergency support
- Youth sports and recreation programs
- Day camps and after-school care
- Mental health and wellness programs
And thanks to Rogers Birdies for Kids presented by AltaLink, your donations will be matched up to 50%— maximizing your impact!
Ready to Jump In?
Join the challenge, help us hit our $5,000 goal, and support children and families in our community. Every jump counts!
Make a Donation!
Let’s move, give, and shine — together.