HELPING LOCAL CHILDREN START THE SCHOOL YEAR WITH CONFIDENCE
Running Start is a program aimed at providing local school children with the opportunity to go back-to-school clothes shopping, empowering them to the start the new school year with confidence. This program is directly aligned with our commitment to nurture the potential of every child and teen.
HOW TO HELP
VOLUNTEER
Volunteering to help bring a local child back to school shopping is one of the best ways you can support our Running Start program. By volunteering your time, you can be an essential part of this transformative experience and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Click the link below to learn more about volunteer requirements and get started!
DONATE
Last year, thanks to the generous contributions and volunteer efforts of our community, we successfully brought over 74 local children back to school shopping. This year, we aim to increase the impact bring 100 kids shopping. Donate to help us reach our goal.
REGISTER NOW!
Registration closes 24 hours before each Vacation Camp start date.
Medical Forms MUST be submitted in addition to online registration!
Registration will not be confirmed until all documents are submitted.
- Complete the Health Assessment Record. Immunization records MUST be attached.
- Complete the Authorization for the Administration of Medication Form (if applicable).
All forms are linked above. Forms must be emailed to Julia Borges at JBorges@gwymca.org or in person at the YMCA of Greenwich.
Contact Julia Borges, Camp & Childcare Director, for any questions:
JBorges@gwymca.org
203-869-1630 ext. 109
PARENT RESOURCES
As we approach each camp session, we will send registered parents information and resources about the program, including daily schedules, activities, and camper needs. Click the links below to view samples of these resources.
WHAT TO KNOW
Food:
Campers will need to pack their own lunch and at least one snack. NO refrigerator or microwave available during camp hours. Campers MUST bring their own water bottles. Water will be provided
throughout the day.
Clothing:
Campers will need a swimsuit, towel, flip flops/sandals and plastic “wet” bag on swim days. Families will be notified of the activity schedule upon registration.
Financial Aid:
We are committed to ensuring any family, regardless of financial status, feels welcome to apply to the program. We are more than happy to walk families through the Financial Aid
Application, via phone, email, or in person.
- Every line on page 1 of the Health Assessment Record MUST be completed and a current form must be submitted upon every new program enrollment.
- Full Immunizations Records MUST be attached.
- Last physical must be dated within 12 months of program enrollment.
- Medications will NOT be accepted without a completed Authorization for the Administration of Medication Form.
- ONLY Connecticut medical forms will be accepted.