Legacy Giving
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Monroe Family YMCA Endowment Fund
This an investment fund in which regular withdrawals from the invested capital are used for ongoing operations or other specified purposes. The Endowment Fund is managed by a financial institution through the recommendations of the Y’s Endowment
Committee and Board of Directors.
The inception of the fund was due to the generosity of Edward & Henrietta Knabusch who believed that the Y was a vital part of our community and should be enjoyed by all long into the future. 
- The Endowment Fund ensures that the YMCA will be a vital part of our community for many generations to enjoy
- Our Endowment Fund allows us to keep membership dues low thanks to financial stability
- Improvement projects are made possible thanks to the Endowment Fund. Projects include, but are not limited to:
- Continuous updates of roofing and HVAC systems
- New pool filtration system
- Renovation of 24 Hour Fitness Area
- Tennis Court renovation, including a heating system
- The Endowment Fund provides financial resources to repair our facility in the case of an emergency
Supporting the Endowment Fund can be as easy as a one-time or annual gift now or can be a part of your estate plan. The giving options are endless and can fit the personal giving goals of the donor. Gifts to the Y’s Endowment Fund are tax deductible.