(Madison, NJ) – December 8, 2022 – On Saturday, December 10 from 10AM – 2PM, the Teen Leaders Club of the Madison Area YMCA is hosting a bake sale with all proceeds donated to the Interfaith Food Pantry. Located at the Family Center front entrance, the bake sale will have a diverse array of individual-wrapped treats, such as apple crisps, Oreo cake pops, pumpkin muffins, and gluten-free snickerdoodle cookies, all priced at just $1.  

The YMCA Teen Leaders Club is part of a national teen initiative to promote the Y's four core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. The Teen Leaders Club helps develop a solid character in each individual and teaches responsibility to create a supportive community environment, inclusive of all people.  

"The Teen Leaders Club is a great start for teens to get involved in the Y and in their community! We not only engage in volunteer opportunities and community service, but also focus on what it means to be a leader. In an aim to encourage good decision-making and independence, the club provides teens the opportunity to take initiative and plan events that help others, such as this bake sale,” says Associate Director of Camp, Teen, and Family Alexandria De La Cruz. “I am so proud of them for taking the initiative and wanting to make a difference little by little for their community.” 

The Madison Area YMCA offers a diverse selection of programs designed specifically for teens. Explore the variety of teen programs at the Madison Area YMCA and discover a new passion! From teen programs focusing on Aquatics and Gymnastics to Fitness and School of Performing Arts, there is truly something for everyone! The Madison Area YMCA also offers unique teen programs such as the Teen Strength Training Club.  

“In an attempt to encourage teen interest and also to teach the proper technique and science behind strength training, the Madison Area YMCA has developed the Teen Strength Training Club,” says Member Experience Manager Kyle Giffen. “The class runs eight weeks and provides hands-on instruction for all the major barbell lifts (deadlift, barbell squat, overhead press, etc.) under the supervision of two of our certified personal trainers. At the conclusion of the program, we hope we’ve been able to provide the participants the confidence and passion to begin an exciting lifelong journey.” 

On behalf of the Teen Leaders Club, the Madison Area YMCA thanks you for your continued support, and we hope you stop by for a treat on Saturday, December 10 from 10AM - 2PM! 

As a mission-driven charitable organization and community wellness center, the Madison Area YMCA is dedicated to nurturing the potential of our youth, providing a safe space for teens, improving the community’s health and well-being, and giving back by providing support to our neighbors. For more information about financial assistance or to make a tax-deductible donation, visit our website at www.madisonareaymca.org.  

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