The YMCA is here to make sure every child, family and community has what they need to achieve their best. If you or someone you know is in need, the YMCA can help connect you to resources within our organization and in our community. 

YMCA Giving Tree

Every year, our community comes together to spread joy, bring light, and make holiday wishes come true for those in need in our local area! Learn more: ymcanorthernsky.org/givingtree

• Pick up a request tag from the Giving Tree at either YMCA location. Please register your tag at the Member Services Desk. 
• Help us supply some “staple” items, like books, LEGOS, Pokemon toys, slime, art supplies, or winter gear(ages 5-12). 
• Contribute a monetary donation to be used for gifts.

  Donate Online

For more information on the 2026 Giving Tree, please contact
Dee Jones, YMCA Giving Tree Coordinator
701.364.4130
givingtree@ymcanothernsky.org

YMCA Summer Food Program

Every summer, the YMCA participates in the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) through the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Walmart Foundation. The YMCA provides hot and nutritious meals at breakfast, lunch and supper every weekday June through August to children ages 18 and under at no charge at many area locations.

The YMCA of Cass and Clay Counties has been advocating for youth hunger and participating in this program since 2009. The goal of the Summer Food Program is to help alleviate food insecurities among low-income and vulnerable children. Children may experience health issues or food insecurity in conjunction with other material hardships. Connecting children and families to additional resources can provide the support they need to improve their quality of life by reducing food costs and attending to other immediate needs. For more information on the Summer Food Program, please contact Katie Anderson at 218.359.2322 or anderson@ymcanorthernsky.org

YMCA Financial Assistance

The YMCA is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to ensuring that EVERYONE in our community has the ability to participate in our programs. Through funds raised by the YMCA, United Way and other grants, we are able to provide financial assistance for membership, child care, programs, summer camp, and more. For more information about a service, visit the links below:

• Child Care Financial Assistance
• Y Match Income-Based Membership Program

Early Head Start

Together, the Mayville State University Child Development Program and the YMCA of the Northern Sky provide Early Head Start services to eligible families at our West Fargo and Urban Plains (South) Learning Centers. Early Head Start is an income-based program that provides families with quality child care for ages six weeks through two years. Enrollment is through the Mayville State Head Start Program. Applications are accepted any time during the year. Learn more at ymcanorthernsky.org/tuition.