April, 19th 2004
Dear Neffo:
Thank you for your gift to the
YMCA of Greater Boston's 2004 Reach Out Campaign. This annual
effort provides funding to support individuals and families by
offering educational and recreational opportunities they could
not otherwise afford.
The YMCA provides childcare serves
for 65 toddler and preschoolers. The Y also partners with local
schools to offer after school programs for 205 children at five
East Boston Public Schools locations. In addition, at the Umana
Barnes Middle School, 85 youth participate each day in an after
school academic and enrichment program. Collaborations are in
place with the Salesian Boy's & Girl's Club and the Harborside
Community Center to offer structured activities for teens during
the evening hours. These programs are widely recognized in our
neighborhood and are shining examples of both individual and community
success.
Last year the YMCA provided almost
$182,000 in scholarship funds and financial assistance. Your gift
will help us maintain our promise that no one will be turned away
from the YMCA for financial reasons.
Thanks to supporters like you,
the YMCA is making a difference in people's lives. Your generosity
is greatly appreciated.
Sincerely,
Wendy Zinn
Executive Director |