The Freeman Southwest Family YMCA is a leading non-profit human service organization, serving Newton and McDonald counties in Southwest Missouri.

The YMCA provides safe and caring environments, positive role models, creative activities and opportunities to serve the needs of others. These are the essential building blocks for strong kids, strong families and strong communities.

YMCA - An experience that can last a lifetime.

YMCA Strong Kids Annual Support Campaign Each year, our Strong Kids Campaign raises financial assistance funds to assure that no one is turned away from a YMCA program because they can't afford to pay. The 2008 campaign goal is $100,000. We count on our members and generous donors to help kids and families who may otherwise not be able to participate in programs like day camp and preschool. With donations, the Freeman Southwest Family YMCA is able to provide kids with life-enriching activities and programs that may not exist for them otherwise. Our lives will always be measured by the lives we touch. Your contribution of time or financial support is greatly appreciated. Click here for a convenient contribution form.
	Discounted Movie Tickets As a way to say thank you for being a member, we would like to offer you discounted movie tickets to the Neosho Movie Theater. Come by the Welcome Center and ask about this great incentive for being a member.
Would you like to see a Broadway show? Right now you could buy tickets at the Welcome Center to see: Date Movie Fee April 20, 2:00 pm Movin' Out $47.00 Experience the songs of Billy Joel as "Movin' Out" comes to Springfield, Missouri at Juanita K Hammons Hall. Ask the Welcome Center for details.
	Member Appreciation Click the image to open and print a coupon for a FREE WEEK OF THE YMCA LICENSED AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM.

Live Smart Newton County
Join us in Morse Park, April 12, 8:00 am - noon
Health Screenings, 5K run/walk, Games, Olympic Soccer and track competition, Booths, Interactive Performances
Free Event
Provided by the Newton/Jasper Health Collaborative
A fun filled day for the whole family!

Tour de Tick
Saturday, April 19, 8:00 am
Join the fun on one of three bike tours in southwest Missouri. Choose 26.5, 61 or 100 miles. All tours start and end at the YMCA. Proceeds benefit the Neosho Lions Club. For more information contact tourdetick@yahoo.com
Don't miss Le Tour De Tick Mountain Bike Race, Sunday, April 20. www.midwestfattireseries.com

Mother's Day Basket-Silent Auction
YMCA Communities are donating items to fill lovely gift baskets for Mom. Each themed basket is unique and makes a special gift. All baskets will be displayed in the YMCA entrance May 2-8. Stop by to make your bid. Highest bid wins the basket. Bids will be taken through noon on Thursday, May 8. Winning bidders will be notified May 8-9. All baskets must be picked up and paid for by Saturday, May 10. All proceeds go to the YMCA Strong Kids Campaign.

ATTENTION MEMBERS
Volunteers
Volunteers are always welcome at the YMCA. Opportunities include YMCA Ambassadors, YMCA planning committees, office tasks, program volunteers, and many more exciting and meaningful ways to spend time. Volunteer applications are available at the Welcome Center.

Online Registration
We offer convenient ONLINE REGISTRATION for programs! See the Programs page for class and program descriptions.

With a variety of year-round youth and family programs, there's always something exciting happening at the Freeman Southwest Family YMCA.

For upcoming activities, special events, meetings and other important dates, check out our current Membership and Program Guide.

Always		Many YMCAs across the United States participate in the AWAY program. Show your YMCA membership card on your travels and the YMCA you are visiting will allow you access to their facility, some free and some at a reduced guest pass charge.
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Power your fitness program with FitLinxx and discover a whole new way to exercise and stay motivated! You can enroll in this new program that allows you to individualize, log, and change your workouts with the help of an instructor who will electronically be monitoring your progress. Even if you workout at home or on the road, you are still connected through internet access. For more information or to sign up, contact the YMCA Welcome Center. Click here for FitLinxx information flyer (PDF).

Activate America
One of the most important health issues in the country today is America’s epidemic of obesity and inactivity. As the nation’s largest network of charitable, not-for-profit organizations focused on improving lifestyle health, YMCAs are uniquely positioned to help address this health crisis. Through the multiyear “Activate America” initiative, YMCAs are leading the way in promoting healthier living for all Americans.

Click here to learn how the YMCA is building healthier communities. View the special advertising feature reprinted from the December 6, 2004 issue of TIME Magazine.

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