Princeton YMCA Launches Strong Kids Campaign

The Princeton Family YMCA kicked-off its 2012 Strong Kids Annual Campaign with more than 60 donors and volunteers at Eno Terra in Kingston.

The event featured Honorary Campaign Chair and former Borough Mayor Mayor Mildred Trotman, Strong Kids Campaign Chairman William Rue, Jr. and keynote speaker Dr. Rameck Hunt.

The annul campaign helps needy individuals and families participate in YMCA programs. Funds raised directly support the Y’s cause of strengthening communities by nurturing the potential of every youth and teen, improving the nation’s health and well-being and providing opportunities to give back and support neighbors.

Financial assistance helps the Y ensure that everyone has an opportunity to receive the support, guidance and resources to learn, grow and thrive. 

“At the Princeton YMCA, we count on the generosity of our donors and volunteers to make a meaningful impact on our community,”  Rue. “We believe that lasting personal and social change can only come about when we all work together to invest in our kids, our health and our neighbors.”

Gifts to the Princeton Family YMCA make a direct impact to the community. Last year, more than $400,000 in direct financial support made it possible for kids to have a safe place to learn and build confidence after school and for families to reconnect and grow together.

“We cannot do this alone,” Rue said. “Whether as a donor or volunteer, we encourage everyone to join our campaign to help our kids realize who they are and what they can achieve, and help our neighbors to do more for themselves and their families.”

To learn more, contact Denise Soto, development and communications director at 609-497-9622 x209, dsoto@princetonymca.org or visit www.princetonymca.org.