Norwich Y reaches out to community in annual campaign
NORWICH – The Norwich Family YMCA is seeking the support of local residents as its annual support campaign – Reach Out to Your Community – continues to raise money to offset costs associated with its Open Doors Scholarship and Unemployment Membership Programs.
Going back ten years, the local Y handed out approximately $35,000 in scholarship money and financial assistance, funds which the organization absorbed through membership fees. When the move to its new facility took place, however, programs, services and requests for financial aid all increased, according to YMCA Executive Director Jamey Mullen. In 2009, the Y allocated over $82,000 in scholarships to local youths, teens, adults, families and senior citizens.
“That’s pretty amazing,” said Mullen, who said approximately one in four members of the YMCA took advantage of the program last year. In the first nine months of 2010, the organization’s Unemployment Membership Program has allocated over $8,700 to 162 individuals in membership subsidies.
In an attempt to aid the scholarship and unemployment programs the Y, in 2005, began its annual support campaign, which has successfully helped with the organization’s charitable efforts.
With nearly $67,000 raised to date, Mullen admitted the local Y has not matched last year’s total, and while the organization isn’t publishing an actual goal, Mullen added he and the Y staff are “always working to raise even one more dollar or help one more person in need.”
Reach Out to Your Community Honorary Chair Person Clarence “Rapp” Rappleyea – in a personal letter to the YMCA – said much of the money raised benefits children who might not have an opportunity to participate in Y programs otherwise. He added that, now more than ever, providing local youth with a place to learn the life skills and lessons that will shape their future is of utmost importance.
Due to the tough economic times in recent years, Mullen said it’s difficult asking for money from a community already strapped financially. In addition, he’s well aware that other charitable organizations are in the same predicament. However, he added, the YMCA is committed to providing any and all support it can for those individuals who require it.
“It doesn’t have to be a large donation and every little bit helps,” stated Mullen. “A $50 contribution is just as meaningful as a $500 donation. It really goes a long way toward providing a positive, safe environment.”
Mullen called the YMCA a “true reflection of the community” as a whole, and added the scholarships it provides are not just for children and young adults, but for all those affected by the trying economic times.
“We represent everyone in the community, from all walks of lives,” said Mullen. “It’s who we are.”
For more information on the Reach Out to Your Community annual support program call 336-9622 or visit www.norwichymca.com.
Going back ten years, the local Y handed out approximately $35,000 in scholarship money and financial assistance, funds which the organization absorbed through membership fees. When the move to its new facility took place, however, programs, services and requests for financial aid all increased, according to YMCA Executive Director Jamey Mullen. In 2009, the Y allocated over $82,000 in scholarships to local youths, teens, adults, families and senior citizens.
“That’s pretty amazing,” said Mullen, who said approximately one in four members of the YMCA took advantage of the program last year. In the first nine months of 2010, the organization’s Unemployment Membership Program has allocated over $8,700 to 162 individuals in membership subsidies.
In an attempt to aid the scholarship and unemployment programs the Y, in 2005, began its annual support campaign, which has successfully helped with the organization’s charitable efforts.
With nearly $67,000 raised to date, Mullen admitted the local Y has not matched last year’s total, and while the organization isn’t publishing an actual goal, Mullen added he and the Y staff are “always working to raise even one more dollar or help one more person in need.”
Reach Out to Your Community Honorary Chair Person Clarence “Rapp” Rappleyea – in a personal letter to the YMCA – said much of the money raised benefits children who might not have an opportunity to participate in Y programs otherwise. He added that, now more than ever, providing local youth with a place to learn the life skills and lessons that will shape their future is of utmost importance.
Due to the tough economic times in recent years, Mullen said it’s difficult asking for money from a community already strapped financially. In addition, he’s well aware that other charitable organizations are in the same predicament. However, he added, the YMCA is committed to providing any and all support it can for those individuals who require it.
“It doesn’t have to be a large donation and every little bit helps,” stated Mullen. “A $50 contribution is just as meaningful as a $500 donation. It really goes a long way toward providing a positive, safe environment.”
Mullen called the YMCA a “true reflection of the community” as a whole, and added the scholarships it provides are not just for children and young adults, but for all those affected by the trying economic times.
“We represent everyone in the community, from all walks of lives,” said Mullen. “It’s who we are.”
For more information on the Reach Out to Your Community annual support program call 336-9622 or visit www.norwichymca.com.
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