YMCA reaches out to community
NORWICH – The Norwich Family YMCA has always had a scholarship program. “Our mission is to provide access to everyone who wants to use the Y,” YMCA Executive Director Jamey Mullen said. That is why for years, the YMCA had no problem absorbing the cost of the scholarships itself. However, over the last two years, the number of scholarship applications has grown so much, this has become an impossibility.
Last year, the YMCA did something it had never done in the history of the institution – created a support campaign called Reach Out to Your Community. Since the year 2000, the number of scholarships given out by the Y has almost doubled, making the need for this type of campaign necessary.
“The scholarships are not just for memberships; they pay for program fees, child care, and after school programs too,” Mullen said. The after school program is not limited to Norwich, but has branches in Oxford and Bainbridge, that are filled to maximum capacity. The Y also offers a branch in Unadilla Valley which still has some slots available. Mullen pointed out than in total, the Y is accommodating, almost 150 children a day.
The scholarships are given out based on family need. Household income and the number of people in the home all go into consideration. The program is set up to help low-income families and those who have temporary set backs, such as high medical bills.
“Donations range from $5 to $10,000,” Mullen said. Everyone gives what they can, and no matter what the amount, the Y appreciates it. “Every single one of the contributions is important to us,” Mullen said. The Y will continue to accept contributions through the end of the calendar year. “People can donate to the Y, knowing their contribution is going to a chid or family in need,” Mullen said.
Mullen pointed out that people of all socio-economic, and cultural backgrounds use the Y’s facilities. “Our membership make-up is reflective of the community,” he said. “That’s why we do this. We want every person in the community to be able to use our facilities.”
With the recent devastation due to the flooding of late June, the number of scholarship applicants may soon rise even more. The Y has already seen a number of people who were effected by the flooding. “We still have people using our facility for hot water and showers,” Mullen said. It is a service that they happily provide for the community. Mullen hopes to educate people that the Y is there for individuals who need assistance. The YMCA is furthering this effort by working with the Red Cross to become an official evacuation site in the event of a future disaster.
To make a donation, stop at the YMCA front desk or pick up a campaign brochure which outlines giving levels and options. For additional information, call 336-9622.
Last year, the YMCA did something it had never done in the history of the institution – created a support campaign called Reach Out to Your Community. Since the year 2000, the number of scholarships given out by the Y has almost doubled, making the need for this type of campaign necessary.
“The scholarships are not just for memberships; they pay for program fees, child care, and after school programs too,” Mullen said. The after school program is not limited to Norwich, but has branches in Oxford and Bainbridge, that are filled to maximum capacity. The Y also offers a branch in Unadilla Valley which still has some slots available. Mullen pointed out than in total, the Y is accommodating, almost 150 children a day.
The scholarships are given out based on family need. Household income and the number of people in the home all go into consideration. The program is set up to help low-income families and those who have temporary set backs, such as high medical bills.
“Donations range from $5 to $10,000,” Mullen said. Everyone gives what they can, and no matter what the amount, the Y appreciates it. “Every single one of the contributions is important to us,” Mullen said. The Y will continue to accept contributions through the end of the calendar year. “People can donate to the Y, knowing their contribution is going to a chid or family in need,” Mullen said.
Mullen pointed out that people of all socio-economic, and cultural backgrounds use the Y’s facilities. “Our membership make-up is reflective of the community,” he said. “That’s why we do this. We want every person in the community to be able to use our facilities.”
With the recent devastation due to the flooding of late June, the number of scholarship applicants may soon rise even more. The Y has already seen a number of people who were effected by the flooding. “We still have people using our facility for hot water and showers,” Mullen said. It is a service that they happily provide for the community. Mullen hopes to educate people that the Y is there for individuals who need assistance. The YMCA is furthering this effort by working with the Red Cross to become an official evacuation site in the event of a future disaster.
To make a donation, stop at the YMCA front desk or pick up a campaign brochure which outlines giving levels and options. For additional information, call 336-9622.
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