Here at the Greater Carbondale YMCA, elves have been planning ahead for an exciting time of year – our 15th Annual Christmas Festival! This festival benefits over 1000 families in the Upper Valley region of Lackawanna County.  The Christmas Festival will be held on Saturday, December 7th from 4-8pm.

The Christmas Festival is held in conjunction with the City of Carbondale’s “Christmas in a Small Town” initiative and light parade. The YMCA Christmas Festival boasts a collection of games, food, pictures with Santa, crafts, and a visit from Santa, all of which are FREE for all families. Children may also pre-register to participate in Frosty school or Grinch School.

In conjunction with the Festival, the YMCA sells raffle tickets to raise additional funds. These raffle tickets are used for taking a chance on any of the donated baskets displayed in our lobby. This is where we need your help. We are asking you to consider donating a gift certificate or merchandise for the Festival.  We recognize there is a cost to you, but we can ensure you the benefits will be greater. Your business will be promoted to over 5,000 YMCA members and the community at large.  Our festival is well established in our community with last year’s event being our largest and most successful with over 1000 people in our YMCA. We anticipate this trend to continue! Your investment will be exponentially increased through ticket sales to help the YMCA.  All donations should be at the YMCA no later than November 23rd so we can promote your business.

Proceeds from our Christmas Festival are used to offer financial assistance for youth members, fund autism support groups, provide funds for children at day camp, and develop additional youth/family programs.  At the YMCA we are for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Thank you in advance for your participation.