The Twin Pike Family YMCA Board of Directors have stepped up to pledge over $41,000 to the Renew, Refresh, Revitalize Fundraising Campaign, which has been undertaken to complete much needed maintenance on the Y facility. The building, which has been providing life-changing programs and services to the Twin Pike communities for the past eighteen years, is in need of some maintenance and repairs.

 

Last week the Twin Pike Family YMCA Board of Directors met for a photo op to promote the current fundraising campaign. Board President, Mary Perkins encouraged everyone to get involved. "The Y is a second home for so many of us, and we all know our homes need on-going maintenance. Everyone in this area should consider donating to this project, as the Y supports our kids, our families and our communities and it adds to the quality of life we experience in this area!"

 

Twin Pike Family YMCA Fundraising Co-Chairs, Dr. Patti Blackmore and Ken Lane, remind everyone that every dollar counts. Dr. Blackmore stressed, "Together our communities have built a fabulous facility and it will take everyone to ensure the Y is around for generations to come."

 

Ken Lane shared, “We still have Missouri State income tax credits available for donors with business, rental or farming income. Donors who qualify for the tax credit program will receive a tax credit certificate equal to 50% of their donation. These credits can be used to meet their Missouri state income tax liabilities for this tax year and for five additional years after the tax credits are awarded.”

 

Call or stop by the Y facility at 614 Kelly Lane to get more information on the tax credit program or to find out more about the Renew, Refresh, Revitalize Campaign. Making a contribution is as simple as going to the Twin Pike Family YMCA's webpage and clicking "Support the Y" (http://twinpikefamilyymca.org/supportymca.html). By selecting the "Renew, Refresh, Revitalize Campaign" from the dropdown menu, your donation will be immediately directed to the Y’s fundraising campaign.

 

Executive Director, Marsha Garrison reminds everyone that the Y’s annual fundraising event is coming up September 15th and all proceeds will go toward the Renew, Refresh, Revitalize campaign. “We have revamped our fundraising dinner auction and will be hosting “Casino Royale”, a fun and interactive evening that will engage our guest, while supporting the cause. Stay tuned for more information on this event!!”