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Donors make the Difference: Capital Region's kids-in-need play and grow at the YMCA through support the Strong Kids Annual Campaign

Imagine thousands of the Capital Region's neediest kids being helped by the YMCA. The YMCA's Strong Kids Annual Campaign, allows children, adults and families to participate in everything the YMCA has to offer including child care, pre-school programs, day and overnight camp experiences, literacy classes, performing arts, model government events and water safety programs.

The Strong Kids Annual Campaign strengthens the YMCA of Greater Hartford's ability to provide values-based programs and activities to all in the region, regardless of their ability to pay.

"People often forget that the YMCA is first and foremost a charitable organization. The YMCA served over 107,000 people in the region in 2007, including 60,000 kids. The Strong Kids Annual Campaign is our main source of funding to bring services to kids and families who need it most," says Kevin Washington, president and CEO of the YMCA of Greater Hartford.

While the YMCA serves millions of people worldwide, donations to the Strong Kids Annual Campaign stay here in Greater Hartford. This year's campaign goal is $1 million and $355,000 has been raised already. To make a tax-deductible contribution to the YMCA Strong Kids Annual Campaign, go to www.ghymca.org or call the YMCA of Greater Hartford at 860-522-9622.

The YMCA of Greater Hartford is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) charitable organization which served more than 107,393 people in 41 towns of the Capital Region in 2007. YMCA programs put the values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility into practice to build healthy spirit, mind and body for all participants.

Contact: Natalie Zembrzuski, 860-522-9622 extension 2309

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