NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Jan. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The Peninsula
YMCA is waiving membership dues for Y members whose pay is being
delayed due to the partial government shutdown.
"Social responsibility is a key focus for the Y, and that
includes supporting our neighbors and providing others the
opportunity to give back to our community," said Adam Klutts, CEO of the Peninsula YMCA. "Our
concern grows for the wellbeing of members who are federal
employees impacted by the shutdown. We want to help with the
mounting stress that results from trying to meet basic needs while
not receiving a paycheck. Maintaining healthy habits and exercise
are more important than ever when life's challenges are beyond our
control."
Peninsula YMCA members affected should present their government
ID to their local Peninsula YMCA center in January to have
their dues waived.
In addition, Peninsula YMCA locations in Hampton, Newport
News and Williamsburg will
be designated collection centers for the Virginia Peninsula
Foodbank.
"Many furloughed federal employees are eligible for assistance
from the foodbank," said Karen
Joyner, CEO of the Virginia Peninsula Foodbank. "We deeply
appreciate the support from the Peninsula YMCA, particularly at
this time of year when donations are typically lower following the
holidays. It's always so inspiring to see our community partners
come together to make sure no one goes hungry. It is vital that our
shelves are always stocked because food insecurity can impact a
home without any notice."
Anyone interested in donating to the foodbank may drop off
non-perishable food items to the Hampton Family YMCA located at 1
YMCA Way in Hampton; the Tom and
Ann Hunnicutt Family YMCA located at 7827 Warwick Blvd. in
Newport News; or the R.F.
Wilkinson Family YMCA, located at 301 Sentara Circle in
Williamsburg during normal hours.
The YMCA locations will not distribute any food but will serve as
collection centers for the Virginia Peninsula Foodbank, which will
dispense food from its regular distribution locations.
About the Y
The Y is one of the nation's leading nonprofits strengthening
communities through youth development, healthy living and social
responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,700 Ys engage 21 million men,
women and children – regardless of age, income or background – to
nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation's
health and well-being, and provide opportunities to give back and
support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y
has the long-standing relationships and physical presence not just
to promise, but to deliver, lasting personal and social change.
pmymca.org.
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