The Y is for Social Responsibility

523 Week: 423 children were able to use the Y's services last year because of financial assistance. We hope to reach another 100 more children this year. This is Project 523's goal!

THE WORST OF TIMES
THE BEST OF TIMES
An actual letter written by a Y Cares financial aid recipient
I have to say that the first good thing that happened to me after losing my job was walking into the Y and meeting with Barbara Hughes. I am a single mother, with not much family or money, and Barbara offered me a lifeline.

I was awarded financial assistance and immediately put my family to work at the Y. I enrolled my son in camp, went for a workout, took group exercise classes and was enveloped in the Y family. It was just good to get out of the house and be productive. All of this has had an extremely positive impact on my overall well-being and confidence.

I don’t know where we will end up once I get a job, but I do know that the Rye Y and the people that work there have been an incredible support and community to me during one of the worst times of my life. I will never be able to find the words to tell you how much I appreciate what you have done for me.

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How Can You Make a Difference? Project 523 is our goal to reach over 523 children through financial assistance, a hundred more children than we connected with last year. We’re stronger when we work together. Click here to learn more about the  Y Strong Kids Campaign and donating online.