Community Campaign Week
Mission Possible
From March 11–18, 2026, branches across The Granite YMCA are coming together for Community Campaign Week—a special week full of fun, connection, and impact. This year’s theme, Mission Possible, celebrates what we can achieve when we come together for our neighbors. Every gift—large or small—helps remove barriers, create opportunities, and strengthen our community.
Thank you for supporting The Granite YMCA and for helping make our Mission Possible for our neighbors.
630+
Children Gain Access to Childcare & Summer Camp
1.4k
Youth Participate in Enrichment & Leadership Programs
4.5k
Families & Individuals Receive Financial Assistance
Calendar of Events
Scheduled Events
Confections for Cause (March 11 | 6:00 am – Sell Out)
Bid for a beautiful custom creation by Kim Bond and make your next celebration extra special! The winning bidder will receive their choice of an 8-inch round cake, a quarter sheet cake, or 24 cupcakes — perfect for birthdays, graduations, showers, or any life celebration!
Smoothies for a Cause (March 12 | 3:30 – 5:30 pm)
Join the fun and hop on a bike to pedal your way to a delicious, self-made smoothie! Every donation supports YMCA youth programs, helping kids learn, grow, and thrive. Blend, bike, and give back!
Food Pantry (March 12 | 4:30 – 6:30 pm)
Early Learning Art Show (March 13 | All Day)
Join us for our Annual Early Learning Art Show, featuring wonderful Picasso-inspired artwork created by our talented participants. Come celebrate creativity, community, and the joy of art with us!
Glow-in-the-Dark Aqua Zumba (March 14 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm)
Join us for a glow-in-the-dark themed Aqua Zumba class! This invigorating workout includes splashing, stretching, twisting, and laughter all blended together in a safe, challenging, water-based workout that is cardio conditioning and body toning.
Glow in the Dark Pool Party (March 14 | 1:30 – 3:30 pm)
Members and non-members welcome! Plunge into fun with a Glow-in-the-Dark pool party! Enjoy an upgraded open swimming event where we’ll dim the lights and swim with glowing and lighted accessories. We’ll have aquatic-related door prizes, a treasure hunt, and some family-friendly competitions. After your swim, stop by the Blake Room for some Glow Gaga Dodgeball and theme-appropriate refreshments!
Kim’s Ride Remix (March 16 at 5:30 pm | March 17 at 6:45 am)
Help us curate Kim’s cycling class! For a donation of $25, you can help shape Kim’s cycling ride playlist and workout by choosing a song, artist or movement. Donations and requests will be collected March 11–13. Support Kim in person or make a donation online below!
Shamrock Pie in the Face (March 17 | Kathy at 10:00 am | Cyndi at 12:30 pm)
Now’s your chance to pie your friends Kathy and Cyndi in the face! For a $25 donation, you can throw a pie at a distance. For $50, you’ll get an up-close throw! Support Kathy and Cyndi in person, or make an online donation below!
Beat the Heat Challenge (March 17 | 5:30 – 6:30 pm)
Join our Operations Director, Katie Welch, as she faces the fire! As an avid hot sauce and hot pepper lover, Katie will consume progressively hotter hot sauces with every $100 donated. Donate any amount to sponsor Katie and watch the heat unfold. For a $50 donation, you can join Katie and sample as many hot sauces as you dare!
Register for $50 per person Make A Donation
All Week Long & Beyond
How Far Can Phil Walk (March 11-18)
Let’s put your generosity in motion! Your friend Phil will walk one mile for every $25 donated. The more support raised, the more miles he’ll log. How far can we go together? Support Phil into person or make an online donation below!
Be A Star Donor (March 11-18)
Help us grow a constellation of community support! For a $25 donation, add a star to Ben’s constellation—or add a planet for $50. Support Ben in person or make an online donation below!
Coins for a Cause (March 9-13 | At Local Schools)
Turn your spare change into something powerful! Coins for a Cause is a fun, family-friendly challenge that supports The Granite YMCA’s Community Campaign and helps kids and families thrive.
Popcorn for a Purpose (Wednesdays & Fridays in March)
Stop by the Y on Wednesdays and Fridays in March for Popcorn for a Purpose, hosted by our School’s Out Program team. For just $1 a bag, you can enjoy a tasty treat while supporting YMCA programs that strengthen kids and families in our community. Snack happy and give back!
Raffle Baskets (March 11-18)
Scheduled Events
Pedal for a Purpose (March 12-13 | Starting at 7:00 am)
The YMCA Allard Center team is hopping on the bikes and pedaling for a cause! Their goal? Raise $3,000 to support families at the Y. They won’t stop riding until the goal is reached!
Kids’ Night Out (March 13 | 5:00 – 8:00 pm)
Kids enjoy an action-packed evening of games, crafts, and activities at the Y while caregivers enjoy a night out. It’s a safe, fun environment where kids can play, create, and make new friends. The suggested donation is $30 per child and $15 for each additional sibling.
Sweat for a Cause (March 14 | 8:30 – 10:30 am)
Sign up for this high-energy fitness event and choose the sessions you’d like to participate in—or stay for the full experience! Most participants join for the entire event, making it a powerful and fun way to move together for good.
Dunk Tank for a Cause (March 14 | 1:00 – 3:00 pm)
Take your shot at our Dunk Tank fundraiser! Buy paint or shaving cream balloons (3 for $3) and aim for the target. Hit it, and we take the plunge! Want it colder? Donate $5 to add snow or ice. While you wait, jump in the inflatable gaga pit for $1. Join the messy fun at the YMCA Allard Center and support a great cause!
Flip-A-Thon (March 14 | 3:10 – 3:55 pm)
Join us for the YMCA Allard Center’s Flip-a-Thon! Each gymnast (ages 4 years and up) will be doing 15 minutes of gymnastics movements in the gym. This fun and exciting event is a fantastic way to raise funds that support youth programming in our community.
Register as a Gymnast Support A Gymnast
Flick & Float (March 14 | 6:30 – 8:00 pm)
Bring your own float and enjoy relaxing in the pool while watching a movie! This fun and exciting event is a fantastic way to raise funds that support youth programming in our community.
Family Zumba (March 17 | 4:45 pm)
Dance, laugh, and move together in this high-energy Zumba class designed for the whole family. No experience needed. Just bring your energy and get ready to have fun!
Register for $10 per Adult/Child
Y I Swim Challenge (March 22 | 12:00 – 3:30 pm)
Help us brighten the future of youth in our community by participating in this year’s Y I Swim! Participants will help raise money to support programs that provide the children in our area with a safe place to learn, grow and thrive in and around water. Every stroke counts towards making a difference!
Register as a swimmer Support a Swimmer
All Week Long & Beyond
Coins for a Cause (March 11-18)
Turn your spare change into something powerful! Coins for a Cause is a fun, family-friendly challenge that supports The Granite YMCA’s Community Campaign and helps kids and families thrive.
Parking Spot & Marquee Raffle (March 11-18)
Don’t miss your chance to win a prime parking spot for an entire month or create your own custom message on our Marquee Sign to celebrate a birthday, milestone, shoutout, or special life event! Raffle tickets are $25 each, and every ticket purchased directly supports YMCA programs that strengthen kids and families in our community. It’s a fun way to enjoy a VIP perk while making a meaningful impact!
Scheduled Events
Y I Swim Challenge (March 21 | 7:30am – 12:00 pm)
Help us brighten the future of youth in our community by participating in this year’s Y I Swim! Participants will help raise money to support programs that provide the children in our area with a safe place to learn, grow and thrive in and around water. Every stroke counts towards making a difference!
- Masters Mini Meet (7:30 – 9:00 am)
- Sailfish Swim Team (9:00 – 11:00 am)
- Water Fitness (11:00 – 11:45 am)
Register as a swimmer Support a Swimmer
Undersea Mermaid Party (March 21 | 1:00 – 3:00 pm)
Join us for two hours of water-filled fun, including swimming with mermaids, pool games, and unforgettable undersea moments the whole family will enjoy. Adults must accompany children under age 7 or any non-swimmer in the water to ensure a safe and positive experience.
All Week Long
Rally for Relay (March 9-13)
Throughout the week, children in our after school programs will compete in site-wide relay challenges. Each site will form a team, choose a color, name, and flag, and kick off with Spirit Day on Monday. Tuesday – Thursday, kids will participate in fun relays, with progress shared nightly on Band. The site with the highest participation will earn a Pizza Party and second place will win an Ice Cream Party!
Heartbeat Challenge (March 21 | 10:00 am)
The Heartbeat Challenge is a 90-minute, three-part wellness event where local businesses come together for a little friendly competition while supporting programs that strengthen our community. Teams of 4–6 staff members will rotate through three fun and energetic challenges, earning “heart points” along the way as they compete for bragging rights and support the YMCA’s Community Campaign. Games will include Duck Duck Y, The Heartbeat Challenge, and Musical Chairs Burpee Beatdown.
Coins for a Cause (March 11-18)
Turn your spare change into something powerful! Coins for a Cause is a fun, family-friendly challenge that supports The Granite YMCA’s Community Campaign and helps kids and families thrive.
Jewelry Sales (March 11-18)
Support our Community Campaign with unique, handcrafted jewelry made by kids in our very own Before & After Care Programs! Earrings will be on sale for $5 and Bracelets for $10. Every piece is one-of-a-kind, lovingly created by our students, and all proceeds go to programs that give kids safe spaces to learn, create, and grow.
Raffle Baskets (March 11-18)
Scheduled Events
Lobsters vs. Lifeguards (March 11 | 8:00 – 8:45 am)
Place your bets! Will you back the Lobsters or the Lifeguards? One thing’s for sure—you can definitely bet on a whole lot of fun! Bragging rights are on the line, so pick your team and join the excitement!
Walk for a Cause (March 12 | 8:00 am & 3:00 pm)
Cheer on the YMCA of the Seacoast team as they walk non-stop to raise funds in support of our Community Campaign. Every step helps fund programs that strengthen our community and support youth, families, and healthy living. Donate, encourage, and help make every step count!
Dance for a Cause (March 14 | 10:00 am – 12:30 pm)
Join us for a fun, high-energy dance session featuring routines from your favorite Zumba and Cardio Dance instructors—all in support of our Community Campaign. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or brand new, come move, laugh, and groove for a great cause.
Kids’ Night Out Concessions for a Cause (March 13)
During Kids Night Out, kids can enjoy a special movie treat while having fun at the Y. Donations of any amount are welcome and help support our Community Campaign. Every little bit helps make a big impact for kids!
Rent-A-Lap Lane (March 15 | 8:15 am – 3:45 pm)
Rent-A-Lap Lane and enjoy the roominess, all while supporting your local Y! Rentals are for $20 for each 30 minute time slot. Rentals will start at 8:15 am and go every half hour until the pool closes at 3:45 pm.
Water Exercise for a Cause (March 16 | 9:00 – 11:00 am)
Make a splash and move to the music with a fun, high-energy water exercise class led by your favorite YMCA of Seacoast instructors! Whether you’re a regular in the pool or just jumping in for fun, this class is for you.
Trainer Takeover for a Cause (March 17 | 9:30 – 11:30 am)
Now’s your chance to turn the tables on your favorite trainers! For $10 per roll, you’ll roll two dice to determine which exercise they’ll do and how many reps they’ll complete. Cheer them on as they tackle the workout you normally do!
Art Show (March 17 | All Day)
Join us for Creativity in Bloom, featuring colorful, imaginative artwork by students in our Dover and Somersworth before and after school programs. Explore a variety of projects and mediums showcasing their unique voices and hard work. Families and friends are invited to celebrate our young artists!
Game Night (March 18 | 4:30 – 6:30 pm)
Join us for a fun-filled Game Night in support of our Community Campaign! For just $10, you’ll get unlimited games, great company, and a chance to make a difference. Bring your friends, your family, and your competitive spirit — let the games begin!
All Week Long
Coffee and Puzzles (March 11-18)
Silly String Showdown (March 11-17)
Kids can silly string YMCA staff in this fun fundraiser! Buy raffle tickets, pick your staff member, and on St. Patrick’s Day, winners spray them with silly string. Every ticket supports Granite YMCA youth programs like school age child care and camps.
Coins for a Cause (March 11-18)
Turn your spare change into something powerful! Coins for a Cause is a fun, family-friendly challenge that supports The Granite YMCA’s Community Campaign and helps kids and families thrive.
Scheduled Events
Family Movie Night (March 12 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm)
Join us for a viewing of Lilo and Stitch at the Rochester Performing Arts Center at 30 N. Main Street, Rochester, NH! Proceeds will support our Community Campaign, funding youth programs that provide safe, supportive places for kids to belong, positive role models and caring mentors, and opportunities to build confidence, skills, and character! A $20 donation suggested per family.
Kids’ Night Out (March 13 | 5:30 – 8:00 pm)
Kids’ Night Out at The Granite YMCA of Somersworth lets caregivers enjoy a night out while kids have a blast with crafts, games, activities, and dinner at the Y in a safe, fun environment.
Blood Drive (March 14 | 9:00 am – 2:00 pm)
Join us at Somersworth YMCA for a community blood drive and help make a lifesaving difference.
Dine for a Cause: The Rail at La Stazione Restaurant (March 16 | 4:00 – 9:00 pm)
Join us at The Rail at La Stazione Restaurant in Somersworth for a delicious meal that gives back! 10% of all dine-in sales during this event will be donated to our Community Campaign, supporting programs that strengthen youth, families, and our community.
Art Show (March 17 | 4:30 – 6:30 pm)
Join us for our Annual Early Learning Art Show, featuring wonderful Picasso-inspired artwork created by our talented participants. Come celebrate creativity, community, and the joy of art with us!
Dine for a Cause: Thirsty Moose (March 18 | 4:00 – 9:00 pm)
Enjoy a night out at Thirsty Moose in Dover, where a portion of dinner service sales will be donated back to The Granite YMCA to support our Community Campaign. Great food, great company, and a great way to support our community!
All Week Long
Silly String Showdown (March 11-17)
Kids can silly string YMCA staff in this fun fundraiser! Buy raffle tickets, pick your staff member, and on St. Patrick’s Day, winners spray them with silly string. Every ticket supports Granite YMCA youth programs like school age child care and camps.
Coins for a Cause (March 11-18)
Turn your spare change into something powerful! Coins for a Cause is a fun, family-friendly challenge that supports The Granite YMCA’s Community Campaign and helps kids and families thrive.
Scheduled Events
Family Paint Party (March 7 | 1:00 pm & 3:00 pm)
Join us for Paint with Heart, a shared experience filled with creativity, connection, and joy. Families will enjoy quality time painting side-by-side while being guided by being guided by a professional art instructor from Heart Studio in Windham, NH. This hands-on event is designed for all skill levels and focuses on creating meaningful memories together.
Register for $20 per Adult/Child (1 pm) Register for $20 per Adult/Child (3 pm)
All Week Long
Popcorn for a Purpose (March 9-13 | At Local Schools)
For just $1 a bag, you can enjoy a tasty treat while supporting YMCA programs that strengthen kids and families in our community. Snack happy and give back!
Raffle Baskets (March 9-13)
