Dr. Joseph Viadero: Franklin County Y launches 2025 annual campaign

Today, Franklin County’s Y launches its 2025 Annual Campaign with the goal of raising $160,000. The Y has made great strides toward becoming a true anchor institution in Franklin County. We continue to earn the trust of members of all age groups by upgrading our offerings, improving our facilities, and creating an inclusive, diverse community.

The funds donated from this year’s campaign, “Build More Than Muscle,” will enable us to offer more children, teens, families and adults of all ages the benefits of Y membership, including healthy lifestyle habits, improved fitness, and all the social benefits of belonging to our organization. The Y doesn’t just strengthen minds and bodies, it strengthens our community.

Remember, no family or individual is denied access to the Y because of financial constraints. The funds from our Annual Campaign will enable us to continue this pledge to the community. As we embark on our 2025 Annual Campaign, I encourage our community members to join me and my family in helping the Y reach its goal. I hope you can find your reason to give.

To donate to the Franklin County’s YMCA Annual Campaign, please visit www.your-y.org/donate, or call the Y at 413-773-3646, x 447. Thank you for your consideration.

Dr. Joseph Viadero

Board president, Franklin County YMCA