The Hockomock Area YMCA held its annual Campaign Breakfast, a long-standing tradition held at Gillette Stadium’s Putnam Club in Foxborough on March 14.
The Hockomock Area YMCA is more than a place; it is a cause that is committed to strengthening communities. The Y’s annual fundraising campaign, known as Reach Out, ensures this non-profit organization continues to address emerging and critical human needs across the 15 communities they serve.
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Angela Davis, member of the Board of Directors shared, “Last year, our YMCA provided $3.9 million in confidential financial assistance, providing opportunities for people in need to participate at our Hockomock Y. Additionally, 25,000 meals and 25,000 bags of groceries were distributed in 2024. These numbers are staggering and the need continues to grow in our communities.”
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Other YMCA members receiving financial assistance shared their stories of how the Y has impacted their lives. The Hockomock Y’s Board of Directors issued a $50,000 challenge to event attendees, matching all leadership gifts of $500 or more at the event.
Jim Downs, Hockomock Area YMCA CEO thanked attendees for being at the event,
believing in and supporting the Y’s mission saying, “The needs in our community continue to grow and our YMCA will always be here to meet them. As you leave today, take with you the responsibility to be a bridge for those in need. If you know of an individual or family facing hardship, please reach out to our Y. Thank you for choosing to make an impact and thank you for being here today.”
The Hockomock Y’s goal is to raise $1.5 million for this year’s campaign. The Breakfast event raised $227,500, bringing the total raised to date to $469,000 for this year’s campaign. To make a gift or learn how you can get involved, visit www.hockymca.org/give
The Hockomock Y provides a safety net for thousands of individuals and families facing challenges. The Y encourages members, volunteers, neighbors and friends in the community to join them in making a gift and raising funds to provide confidential financial assistance to those facing challenges. The Y is guided every day to remain focused on how best to respond to the emerging needs of the community it serves.
About Hockomock Area YMCA:
The Hockomock Area YMCA is an organization of men, women, and children sharing a commitment to nurture the potential of kids, promote healthy living, and foster a sense of social responsibility.Our YMCA is committed to partnering and collaborating with others to create and deliver lasting personal and social change in the 15 communities we are privileged to serve. The Hockomock Area YMCA is a not-for-profit charitable cause-driven organization with facilities in North Attleboro, Foxboro, Franklin, and Mansfield. For more information visit www.hockymca.org/our-cause/
