Dear “YMCA Supporter”
Our area is very fortunate to have a facility like our “Y”. It is unique in that it offers programs intended to satisfy the needs of all area residents, male and female, old and young.
In my day, I was a professional recruiter for the Norwich Pharmacal Company and it was gratifying to see the prospective employees evaluating our facility and its programs. They were indeed surprised to find one like this in our small town. It helped us “sell” our company and community.
Personally, the “Y” program filled a large part of the social and physical fitness needs of our family. For the past 70 years we have taken advantage of its programs starting with the gym, bowling alleys and second floor juke box for dancing. Later, it was swimming lessons, Y-Camp, and physical conditioning. All of our family are enthusiastic about the our “Y” programs and the part it has played in their development. Wouldn’t it be unfortunate to deny some area residents the opportunity to participate because they did not have the money to become members?
Subsidizing memberships for needy families and children is more than the YMCA can manage in this economic climate. Our mission statement to make our facilities and programs available to all, regardless of their ability to pay is being tested. It is for this reason that the Annual Support Campaign was inaugurated.
In 2010, we witnessed the most significant “call for help” from our community. Please view this need:
- 496 children were granted program scholarships totaling over $40,105
- 365 members were granted membership scholarships totaling over $81,627
- Collectively for the first time in our 148 year history our scholarships exceeded $121,732
The YMCA Scholarship Program keeps the YMCA available for kids, adults, and families who need us most. We count on the generosity of our members and community to help people of all ages and from all walks of life become healthier, confident, connected and secure. When you give to the Y, your gift will have a meaningful, enduring impact right in your own neighborhood. Children do well when their families do well, and families do better when they live in supportive communities. Please help me in supporting our community YMCA. Please consider a meaningful gift to the Annual Support Campaign.
With Sincere Respect to our YMCA and our Community, I am
Frank Benenati
2011 Honorary Chair, Reach out to your Community Annual Support Campaign
All donations to the Norwich Family YMCA are completely tax deductible. For information on how you may support this vital campaign,
contact Jamey Mullen at 607.336.9622 or click here for an application.
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