Governor Speaks at Greater Providence YMCA Kick-Off Breakfast, Praises the Organization’s Unique and Important Role in Communities Across RI
Governor Chafee delivered the keynote address at the Greater Providence YMCA Kick-Off Breakfast on March 7. He thanked volunteers and staff for their commitment to helping Providence and other Rhode Island communities and highlighted the strong partnerships between the state and the organization.
“The YMCA was originally founded as an organization that could provide a protecting, enriching environment for rural men and women drawn to major cities for industrial work. Nearly two centuries later, in 10,000 communities across the country, the YMCA remains a safe haven, a place where young people and adults can find a range of important services and opportunities, as well as a sense of community,” said Governor Chafee.
“I can confidently say that what you do every day as an organization—in conjunction with your partners, collaborators, and investors—will pay off in the long run for our communities,” concluded Governor Chafee.
The YMCA serves more than 75,000 Rhode Islanders, providing health and wellness programming to children, adults, and families.
