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Playground Donated to the Kleptz YMCA by Mikesell Family

16 November 2020
The Playground at the Kleptz YMCA

 

[11.16.2020 – Miami Valley] The YMCA of Greater Dayton recently received a 3-piece playground donation from donors Todd & Melissa Mikesell. This generous donation was given after Todd & Melissa purchased a former childcare center in Bellbrook to allow for an expansion of their family business called ReelFlyRod Fishing Company. The childcare center they purchased had been closed for 5 years, but the playground was in mint condition as it had been purchased right before the closing. Todd & Melissa reached out to the YMCA of Greater Dayton to see if this playground could be relocated to bring joy to YMCA children at one of their many childcare facilities.

The YMCA of Greater Dayton was thrilled to accept this donation and agreed to move the 3-piece playground to the Kleptz YMCA. The Mikesell’s further donated additional money to assist with relocation costs. The playground donation is valued at $35,000. The YMCA invested an additional $10,000 to relocate the playground, install mulch and any required fencing. 

Melissa Mikesell commented, “We are very fortunate to find ourselves in a position to make a donation of playground equipment to the YMCA of Greater Dayton. The YMCA is an amazing resource that makes every community it serves a much better place to live. 

We are proud to support this faith-based organization and the positive impact it has on our children and youth. The YMCA childcare and education component is critical to our community. The staff members are dedicated to offering the best care, educational support, and guidance for each child they serve. 

We wanted to do a small part in helping and give a gift that can be enjoyed by the kids. We are happy to know children will enjoy the playground for many years to come.”

The YMCA of Greater Dayton is greatly appreciative of the generosity and kindness that the Mikesell’s have provided to our community. Many children will enjoy this playground as the YMCA of Greater Dayton provides childcare services, day camp, and youth activities at the Kleptz YMCA.