Our Community Champion donors choose to invest in the YMCA’s mission of strengthening our community.
Their generosity helps ensure that others can access the same opportunities, support, and sense of belonging that have meant so much to them. Every dollar donated is reinvested locally to help individuals and families thrive.
COMMUNITY CHAMPION: Rich Ruffer
COMMUNITY CHAMPION Rich Ruffer For nearly 20 years, the Ruffer family has found a second home at the Y. Their journey began when their oldest son, […]
COMMUNITY CHAMPION: Bill Grippo
COMMUNITY CHAMPION Bill Grippo As an undergraduate at Jersey City State College in the 1970s, Bill spent hours at the local Y between classes swimming, studying, […]
COMMUNITY CHAMPION: Jane Faulkner
COMMUNITY CHAMPION Jane Faulkner For more than two decades, Hillsborough YMCA has been an important part of Jane’s life, health, and well-being. Her journey began in […]
COMMUNITY CHAMPION: Lamar Mackson
COMMUNITY CHAMPION Lamar Mackson Lamar’s journey with Plainfield YMCA began in 1976 when his parents enrolled him on the swim team. It became the foundation for […]
COMMUNITY CHAMPION: Bart Talleon
COMMUNITY CHAMPION Bart Talleon In 2018, Bart set out to break a world push-up record, determined to prove that age should never be an excuse to […]
COMMUNITY CHAMPION: Shelley Molnar
COMMUNITY CHAMPION Shelley Molnar For more than 40 years, Somerset Hills YMCA has been a cornerstone in Shelley’s life, supporting her family, her health, and her […]
Inspired by these stories?
The Y offers many meaningful ways to make an impact. Annual gifts support current programs and services, capital gifts create and improve spaces that serve our members, endowment gifts provide lasting financial stability, and planned gifts ensure your values and generosity continue for future generations.
To learn more about these giving opportunities and the impact your support can make, please contact Sylvia Velez at [email protected] or at 908 630 3535 x102
For a Better Us.
The Y is the nation’s leading nonprofit committed to strengthening the community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. At Greater Somerset County YMCA, we believe everyone, regardless of age, income or background, should have the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. For information about Greater Somerset County YMCA and financial assistance, visit www.gscymca.org/fa.