Volunteers Rally to Kick Off Strong Kids Campaign with Goal of $255,000
Each year, the Hunterdon County YMCA conducts the Strong Kids Campaign to provide families in need with financial support to participate in membership and program activities at the Hunterdon County YMCA. YMCA members and community volunteers have set a goal to raise $255,000 this year to provide membership assistance and scholarships to programs like summer camp, child care and teen activities, so that no one is turned away due to an inability to pay. The 2012 Strong Kids Campaign kicks-off on Feb. 9 at the Deer Path Branch of the Hunterdon County YMCA
The Strong Kids Campaign is led by volunteers who make a commitment to serve their neighbors in need. Santo Auriemma, serving as the Campaign Chair, will lead the 2012 Strong Kids Campaign. He will be supported by Bart Fellin who will chair the Team Section of the Campaign. In addition to their roles in the campaign, both men serve as members of the Y’s Board of Trustees.
YMCA programs help children and teens to be strong in spirit, mind and body. Concerns about childhood obesity and lack of physical activity are often raised in the media. The YMCA offers a variety of programs to help children be more active. Young people learn teamwork and leadership skills, which will serve them both on and off the field. Core values such as caring, honesty, respect and responsibility are all taught as part of YMCA programs.
Through the Hunterdon County YMCA’s 2011 Strong Kids Campaign, over 2,100 people in Hunterdon County were able to participate in Y programs that strengthen our community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.
The Y is actively recruiting volunteers to become involved with the 2012 Strong Kids Campaign, please call 908-236-7879. For more information, visit www.hcymca.org.
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