YMCA Project Cornerstone

10/15/2026

💙 Everyone deserves to feel safe, valued, and included.

October is National Bullying Prevention Month, a reminder that each of us has a role to play in creating communities where bullying is not tolerated and kindness, respect, and belonging are the norm.

At YMCA Project Cornerstone, we believe that caring relationships make a difference. When young people feel connected, supported, and accepted for who they are, they are better equipped to thrive.

Small actions can make a big impact:
🤝 Reach out to someone who feels left out.
👂 Listen and show you care.
💬 Speak up when you see someone being mistreated.
❤️ Be a friend who includes and supports others.

Together, we can help create schools and communities where every young person knows they matter and belong.

10/10/2026

💚 Healthy families = healthy communities!

October is , and it's a great reminder that family health is about more than eating well and staying active. It's also about spending quality time together, building caring relationships, and creating connections that help everyone thrive. 💛

Whether it's sharing a meal, taking a walk, playing a game, or simply taking time to listen to one another, small moments of connection can make a big difference!

💬 What's your family's favorite healthy habit? Share in the comments and inspire other families!

10/07/2026

2 DAYS LEFT! ⏳
Nominations close this Friday, October 9

🚨 FINAL CALL for nominations! 🌟

There’s still time to recognize someone making a difference for young people in our community!

Nominate an inspiring young person, caring adult, school, or organization for a 2027 YMCA Project Cornerstone Asset Champions Award. 💛

Nominations close THIS FRIDAY, October 9—don’t miss your chance to celebrate an Asset Champion!

👉 Information and nominate forms: https://www.ymcasv.org/ymca-project-cornerstone/asset-champions-awards

10/06/2026

🚨 FINAL CALL for nominations! 🌟

There’s still time to recognize someone making a difference for young people in our community!

Nominate an inspiring young person, caring adult, school, or organization for a 2027 YMCA Project Cornerstone Asset Champions Award. 💛

Nominations close THIS FRIDAY, October 9—don’t miss your chance to celebrate an Asset Champion!

👉 Information and nominate forms: https://www.ymcasv.org/ymca-project-cornerstone/asset-champions-awards

10/02/2026

🎉 Good news—you have a little more time!

Nominations for the 2027 YMCA Project Cornerstone Asset Champions Awards have been EXTENDED through Friday, October 9! 🌟

Know a young person or caring adult who inspires others? A school where students feel supported and connected? An organization making a difference for youth? Now’s your chance to help us recognize them! 💛

New deadline: Friday, October 9

👉 Information and link to nomination forms: https://www.ymcasv.org/ymca-project-cornerstone/asset-champions-awards

09/30/2026

⏰ Don’t delay—nominations close this Friday!

Who is making a difference for young people in your school or community? There’s still time to recognize an inspiring young person, adult role model, school, or organization with a 2027 YMCA Project Cornerstone Asset Champions Award! 🌟

Help us celebrate the people and places creating caring communities where young people feel valued, supported, and like they belong. 💛

Nominations close Friday, October 2!

Information and nominations forms 👉https://www.ymcasv.org/ymca-project-cornerstone/asset-champions-awards

09/25/2026

🌟 Know a young person who inspires others?

Maybe they lead by example, stand up for others, lend a helping hand, or use their voice to make their school or community a better place. 💛

Celebrate them by nominating them for the Youth Role Model award as part of the 2027 YMCA Project Cornerstone Asset Champions Awards!

Let’s recognize the young people who are already making a difference and inspiring others along the way. 🙌

Nominations are open through October 2!

👉 https://tinyurl.com/AssetChampions-Nominations

09/20/2026

💙 Every young person deserves to feel seen, valued, and proud of who they are.

Positive cultural identity is about more than race or ethnicity. It includes the many things that shape a young person’s sense of who they are—such as race, ethnicity, language, family traditions, faith, gender, abilities, and other identities and experiences.

Do you know an individual or organization helping young people understand, appreciate, and feel proud of who they are—while also valuing and respecting the identities of others?

Nominate them for the Positive Cultural Identity award as part of the 2027 YMCA Project Cornerstone Asset Champions Awards! 🌟

Help us celebrate those creating spaces where young people know who they are matters and they belong.

Nominations are open through October 2!

👉 https://tinyurl.com/AssetChampions-Nominations

09/18/2026

🎉 From music and art to science and leadership, Hispanic heritage has shaped the world in countless ways.

This Hispanic Heritage Month, we celebrate the traditions, voices, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities that inspire and enrich us all. ❤️

Celebrating culture and heritage also helps young people feel seen, valued, and proud of who they are—and helps all of us appreciate the diverse communities around us. 🌎✨

09/15/2026

🌟 Know an organization that truly values young people and gives them opportunities to make a difference?

The Community Values Youth award recognizes organizations and groups that listen to youth, value their contributions, and create meaningful opportunities for young people to get involved. 💛

Help us recognize a community champion by nominating them for a 2027 YMCA Project Cornerstone Asset Champions Award!

Nominations are open through October 2!

👉 https://tinyurl.com/AssetChampions-Nominations