Somerset Hills YMCA and Bernards Township Police Team Up for Back-to-School Drive Benefiting Local Foster Families

Basking Ridge, September 10, 2024 – Throughout August, Somerset Hills YMCA partnered with the Bernards Township Police Department to host a back-to-school supply drive, collecting essential items for children supported by Embrella, an organization dedicated to foster, adoptive, and kinship families.

As the summer came to a close, the generosity of the community was evident in the overwhelming donations of notebooks, pens, binders, crayons, markers, and more. The YMCA collected backpacks and supplies to ensure children have the tools they need for a successful school year. “Supporting children in our community as they prepare for the school year is central to our mission,” said Washima Redding, District Vice President of Operations. “We are grateful for the community’s generosity, and proud to play a role in equipping these kids with the essentials to thrive.”

For more information on how to support the Y, visit https://www.gscymca.org/ourcommunity/ support-the-y/ways-to-give/.

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About Greater Somerset County YMCA
Greater Somerset County YMCA is a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community by connecting all people to their potential, purpose, and each other. The Y empowers everyone—no matter who they are or where they’re from—by ensuring access to resources, relationships and opportunities for all to learn, grow and thrive. For information about Greater Somerset County YMCA and financial assistance, visit us at www.gscyma.org.

About Embrella
Founded in 1972 and incorporated in 1974, Embrella, formerly Foster and Adoptive Family Services, serves foster, adoptive and kinship parents in communities throughout NJ. We provide services, support and training opportunities for foster, adoptive and kinship families. We help foster children by offering programs to support them from childhood to young adulthood. Learn more at, https://www.embrella.org/.