Welcome to the North American YMCA Development Organization (NAYDO) Serving YMCAs Since 1980 NAYDO Mission   Throughout all aspects of YMCA work, NAYDO strengthens the mission and values of the YMCA through the advancement of philanthropy.     NAYDO Statement of Purpose   To lead, support, and advance the development of YMCA professionals, volunteers, YMCA associations in the philanthropic work their YMCA through training, education, advocacy, research and knowledge sharing.     YMCA financial development activities are led and championed by YMCA CEOs, development staff, branch executives and senior program staff in partnership with committed volunteer leaders. Whatever your job title, finding the financial means to support programming and expand services and facilities has become everyone’s responsibility. Fundraising doesn’t have to be difficult. In partnership with YMCA of the USA and YMCA Canada, NAYDO is an organization committed to helping you develop your fundraising skills in order to create a culture of philanthropy at your YMCA through a broad array of resources, educational materials, advocacy, research, knowledge sharing and events.  All of your YMCA’s staff and volunteers who are involved in advancing YMCA philanthropy can become members of NAYDO with a single Association Membership.   To join or learn more about the benefits of being a NAYDO member, click on Membership   Each year NAYDO highlights the latest internal and external trends in philanthropy in a unique educational and networking opportunity at its annual CONFERENCE. Mark your calendar for the next NAYDO Conference and register early as it tends to fill to capacity before the final registration deadline:   Wednesday, April 7– Saturday, April 10, 2010 Westin Charlotte Charlotte, NC, USA                                                                                          Dates to Remember   Hotel reservations open April 24, 2009; link provided on this web site   If you are interested in presenting at 2010 Conference, May 22 is deadline for submitting the Call for Presentation Form available on this web site.   Conference registration opens:            July 1, 2009 Members Only Registration Deadline:   October 30, 2009 Early Bird Registration Deadline:          December 3, 2009 Also Deadline for Financial Assistance Applications, Eagle Award Nominations and Communications Awards Entries. Final Registration Deadline (provided space is still available):  January 29, 2010