# YMCA fundraising in Kelowna

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ymca-fundraising-in-kelowna
> Updated: 2026-10-28T19:00:00.000Z. Sources: 48. Developments: 2.

Local fundraising efforts in Kelowna have supported various YMCA programs. The third annual Kelowna Hockey Fest raised $33,185 at MNP Place to benefit the YMCA of Southern Interior BC’s Child and Youth Development programs, providing resources such as sports, academic support, and mental health services.

Separately, the second annual YMCA Make a Splash fundraiser held at the H2O Adventure + Fitness Centre raised $40,517.94. These funds are designated for the YMCA Okanagan Swims program, which provides free lifesaving swimming lessons to over 1,600 Grade 3 students in School District 23 annually. During the event’s duck race, participants adopted 320 regular rubber ducks and 28 mega ducks; each regular duck supports one child, while each mega duck supports four children. Additionally, the new ‘Quack & Splash Team Challenge’ saw eight teams raise more than $3,500.

## Claims

- The YMCA Make a Splash fundraiser raised $40,517.94. (reported by 3 sources)
- Funds will provide free swimming lessons to School District 23 Grade 3 students. (reported by 3 sources)
- The YMCA Okanagan Swims program serves more than 1,600 local children each year. (reported by 3 sources)
- Participants adopted 320 regular rubber ducks and 28 mega ducks. (reported by 3 sources)
- The Quack & Splash Team Challenge raised more than $3,500. (reported by 3 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-28: Kelowna to host 2026 Skate Canada International

Kelowna's Prospera Place will host the 2026 Skate Canada International from Oct. 30 to Nov. 1, featuring elite global figure skaters competing for Grand Prix Final qualification.

48 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kelowna-hockey-fest-raises-over-33000-for-local-youth

### 2026-10-28: Kelowna YMCA fundraiser raises over $40,000

The second annual YMCA Make a Splash fundraiser in Kelowna raised over $40,500 to provide free swimming lessons for local Grade 3 students.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kelowna-ymca-fundraiser-raises-over-40000

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