Volunteers are valued in Talbot County. There are so many not-for-profits that need help for events, day to day operations and everything in between. Showing gratitude to volunteers is a must. At the annual Time, Talent and Treasure Dinner, on December 5, 2017, the Easton@Peachblossom Family YMCA thanked all of its volunteers.
Volunteers make up the Board at the Easton Y, are involved in programming and are performing tasks throughout the building from welcoming members at the front desk to teaching kids how to swim. They bring different experiences and knowledge to the table. Derek White, executive director for the Easton Y, feels that those gifts and service need to be recognized. “An event like this helps us recognize those individuals that ensure the YMCA’s programs can continue each and every year. The work that our organization does would not be possible without these individuals who have either volunteered their time or helped support us with charitable gifts. We are forever grateful to each of you for helping us ensure that the YMCA continues to be a place for all.”
All volunteers were recognized and received a gift; and some were given specific awards for their service. It takes a special person to give of themselves and the Y always needs those kinds of people. Could you be a volunteer at the Y?
About the Y
The Y is one of the nation’s leading nonprofits and the largest Human Service organization on the Eastern Shore of Maryland; strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Across the Shore Ys engage over 35,000 members; men, women and children – regardless of age, income or background – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the shore’s health and well-being, and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. In 2016, the YMCA of the Chesapeake provided over $1,226,000 in assistance to over 12,422 community members, turning no one away due to inability to pay. www.ymcachesapeake.org
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