Klein Gives YMCA of Greater NY $200K Grant

On Thursday, State Senator Jeff Klein presented the YMCA of Greater New York $200,000 in state funding. Klein presented a mock check to Executive Director of The Bronx YMCA Sharlene Brown, Senior Vice President for Public Affairs at the YMCA of Greater New York Paul Custer, and Vice President of Public Affairs at the YMCA of Greater New York Sharon Levy.

 

“Encouraging a healthy, active lifestyle is critical to improving health outcomes in The Bronx and across New York State. I’m proud to have secured $200,000 in state funding for health and wellness initiatives, youth development and senior programming at the YMCA of Greater New York. I look forward to continuing to work together to ensure all New Yorkers are able to lead full, healthy and happy lives,”said Senator Klein.

Senator Jeff Klein, Executive Director of The Bronx YMCA Sharlene Brown, and YMCA campers.

Senator Jeff Klein, Executive Director of The Bronx YMCA Sharlene Brown, and YMCA campers.

Sharlene Brown, Executive Director of the Bronx YMCA, said: “With $200,000 secured in this year’s budget by State Senator Jeff Klein, The Bronx YMCA will be able to serve even more youth and families at the branch and program sites.”

Prior to the check presentation, Senator Klein  toured The Bronx YMCA facility and participated in fun activities with the campers and their families.

Campers at The Bronx YMCA summer camp program put on a special end-of-summer performance for family and friends that included singing, dancing and more. Families and children enjoyed hits like, “You’re The One That I Want,” “Tutti Frutti,” and “Happy.”

The state funding secured by Senator Klein will be used to promote various health and wellness initiatives, including  intergenerational programming, family engagement, nutrition and senior services. The YMCA of Greater New York is a community service organization dedicated promoting positive values and building strong communities.

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