Facility Closure - Roof Repair
Repair of the roof is a huge project that will take 3-4 months to complete. Work is scheduled to take place May-September 2024. During most of this time the building must be vacant, and Glacier’s programming will be disrupted significantly. Many details are still unknown and Glacier is exploring a number of alternatives to try to keep some programs running.
History: October 2023 a deficiency with the Civic facility roof was discovered; ultimately reducing the maximum safe snow load of the building to 8 inches. This led to a number of building closures throughout the winter season. The City is committed to repairing the roof before the next snow season.
Financial Impact - $60,000.00 +
Summer programming may be a complete loss; and we have also been told to expect a delay to the start of Fall programming. A conservative estimate of the cost of a closure is approximately $60,000.00. Even with a total closure of the Club, cost saving measures fall well short of this amount as many expenses don’t stop.
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“Support Glacier”
Glacier is launching a “Support Glacier” promo in an effort to raise funds to make up for the shutdown.
This promo includes all of our ongoing fundraising initiatives, plus the online 50-50 ticket sales! We hope someone will win $10,000!!
Learn more about each of the following using the menu.
Sponsorship
Local businesses have contributed approx $10,000.00 to Glacier’s operating budget the last few years. We’re promoting this program and hope to increase the number of businesses purchasing sponsors this season.
Raffle Box 50-50
An online 50-50 ticket sales initiative. Glacier’s target is to sell $20,000.00 of tickets where one lucky winner will WIN $10,000!!
Tax Deductible Donation
Many individuals and businesses are interested in receiving tax write offs for their financial support. The direct donation program provides a receipt for funds donated that can be used with your tax return.
Bottle Recycling
Donate your refund to Glacier! At the Nelson Leaf’s Recycling Centre; simply let them know you’d like it donated to us! (account #157)
Grocery Cards & Chocolates
Two of our most popular fundraisers - we have lots of extra’s on hand at the Club. Stop by the office or call ahead to order - available while supplies last!
(At this time we won’t be doing any additional sales initiatives - but look to get involved next season).
Financial Support
Glacier Gymnastics is a not-for-profit Society providing gymnastics sports instruction to the community of Nelson, BC and surrounding area.
In addition to the user fees charged for class registration, Glacier Gymnastics also relies on income generated from Fundraising, Donations and Sponsorship to meet its operational budget needs.
Use the menu to view information on each of our fundraising programs.
Who we are
Glacier Gymnastics Club is a not-for-profit Society, run by a volunteer board of directors and managed by paid staff. The Sponsorship Program is administered by the staff. The Board remains active in seeking sponsors and building relationships with our community's businesses.
The Gymnastics Club was incorporated in February of 1995. The club moved to many different locations within Nelson until settling into its current location at the Civic Centre gymnasium in 2001.
We offer a full range of recreational programs, from Parent and Tot to Adult programs, all of which promote fun, fitness and fundamentals. Our competitive programs focus on the training and development of athletes who aspire to compete at local and provincial levels.
Annually we have 1000 participants in our gymnastics classes, and we are proud that our numbers reflect a very high percentage of young girls. Our membership is approximately 600 families annually.
It Takes a Community!
Not for profits, like Glacier Gymnastics Club rely on much more than the dedication of the few staff and parent volunteers to remain successful and vibrant. Our goal of Building Healthy Humans extends out to our entire community; where we wish to see everyone living their Healthiest Life Possible.
We seek to positively impact the lives of the children who participate in our programs, providing mentorship and guidance as they develop life skills through sport. We hope to improve all aspects of the community we exist within.
Support us
Glacier Gymnastics Club relies on Volunteers, Fundraising, Corporate Sponsors, Municipal and Provincial Government. Learn more about the various ways you can support Glacier Gymnastics Club.
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