Hornell YMCA

Letter from the CEO

February 23, 2010

Dear Members:

Hopefully this will be my last update to you prior to closing for financing on the building of our new YMCA. From the start of the project, I have been up front in telling you each step of the way where we stand. I am not changing at this point, so here is our current status:

• We expect to close on our financing by mid-March
• We are putting out the bids for the construction of our new facility by the end of this week
• Our initial building project will include everything except the new pool. There will be an interruption in service with our pool from the time we close the old Y and open the new Y. However, we continue to work toward the funding of the new pool and our Board is committed to building a new, full facility YMCA

Many of our members have indicated that they will be supportive and will contribute to building the new YMCA when they know that it is really going to happen. It is really going to happen and we do need your support now.

Breaking ground is a very good sign, but it does not mean that we have all the money we need to fully pay for our new YMCA. We still need to raise approximately $600,000 in addition to the money needed for the pool.  How can you participate?

• Make a pledge today – over several years or as a one time gift. If everyone participates at a level within their means, we can reach our goals.
• Consider adding to your monthly YMCA membership dues and designate the additional funds toward the new building.
• Speak to Mark about what you can do to help, financially and as a campaign volunteer. It is time to go get the rest of the money we will need.

We are pleased with our progress, but the job is not done. Please consider what you can do to help bring this new YMCA to Hornell!

Best regards,

Mark Morrissey

Executive Director

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