Rye Y staff member gives back to the community

Claire and Phil

Join Rye YMCA staff member, Phil Gormley, in a race to benefit ALS.

On September 12th, I will be RACING across the Hudson with several other Rye YMCA members.   We will swim from Nyack to Sleepy Hollow to benefit ALS.

This will be my 7th year participating. The Hudson is a very dynamic body of water, and to breathe and see the Tappan Zee bridge is an amazing experience!  Every time you cross the bridge in car, it brings you right back! 

Race proceeds will go to MAC Angels, in honor of my sister Claire who passed in May 2009 after her battle with ALS.  Claire was able to live at home for 5+ years and continue to be a mom for her 3 children, which was ALL important to her. This charity helps others in Claire's situation, by assessing needs, and helping families fight the battle and live better with ALS.  

Claire's team, FoCers as we are affectionately called :-) ( friends of Claire), has a goal of raising $20,000.00.  PLEASE participate in the 3 mile "race" or 1 mile swim option.  Kayakers also needed.  Click here to find out more about participating.

Thank you. 

Phil Gormley

Rye Y Spin Instructor  

and Chairman of the Westchester Triathlon
Click here to donate to the FoCers.