The Delmarva Council, Scouting America, is proud to announce that Robbie and Jen Gill will be honored with the prestigious Midshore Distinguished Citizen Award at a ceremony to be held on December 4, 2025, at The Tred Avon Yacht Club in Oxford, Maryland.
This annual award recognizes individuals who exemplify exceptional leadership, unwavering dedication, and impactful service to their communities and organizations. Robbie and Jen Gill’s contributions to the YMCA of the Chesapeake and the broader Eastern Shore region have made them standout figures in civic engagement and nonprofit excellence.
Robbie Gill, a native of South Carolina, has devoted more than 30 years to the YMCA movement. Growing up just south of Charlotte, his early experiences at the Y shaped a lifelong commitment to community service. For the past 20 years, Robbie has served as Chief Executive Officer of the YMCA of the Chesapeake, overseeing its transformation from a single location with 5,000 members to a thriving network of 11 branches (soon to be 12) serving nearly 50,000 members.
Under his leadership, the organization’s operating budget has expanded from $1.4 million to $18.5 million, while annual financial assistance now reaches over 15,000 participants, totaling nearly $2 million. Since 2005, the YMCA has raised more than $85 million in capital giving, supporting communities across the Eastern Shore and Southern Maryland.
Robbie resides in Easton, Maryland, with his wife Jen. They are proud parents to four children—Hannah, Jack, Carly, and Ella—and grandparents to River, age 20 months.
Jennifer Gill, Chief Operating Officer of the YMCA of the Chesapeake, is a native of Texas who began her YMCA journey as a youth basketball player in the suburbs of Houston. While attending the University of Houston, she joined the Y as a staffer and spent 15 years with the YMCA of Greater Houston before relocating to the Eastern Shore.
Jen has been instrumental in the day-to-day operations of the YMCA of the Chesapeake, helping guide its growth to 11 locations with over 900 staff members. Her leadership has ensured that the Y continues to provide robust financial assistance and inclusive programming to tens of thousands of individuals annually.
Jen and Robbie live in Easton with their youngest daughter and four dogs, and share a deep commitment to family and community.
Delmarva Council, Scouting America, is honored to recognize Robbie and Jen Gill for their visionary leadership and enduring impact. Their work reflects the values of Scouting—service, integrity, and community—and serves as an inspiration to future generations.
The Delmarva Council, Scouting America, is committed to preparing young people for life through Scouting programs. They serve communities across the Eastern Shore and beyond, fostering leadership, community engagement, and character development.
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