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Give Back on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

13th January 2012

Before we all knew the adult Martin Luther King, he was just another kid at the Butler St. Y!

As residents of Cleveland County prepare for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service on Jan. 16, the YMCA encourages everyone to honor this holiday by giving back and supporting our neighbors.

At the YMCA we believe that all kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. The Y strives to ensure that the youth today are cultivating the values, skills and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health and educational achievement. 

Volunteering at nonprofit organizations like the Y that have a longstanding history of meeting the ever-changing needs of its children can provide rewarding experiences that benefit the community as a whole. In Shelby, Shacoya Stroud volunteers at the Girls Club YMCA as a mentor and a tutor. Her work today could have life changing impact on a young girl who may revolutionize the world tomorrow.

Across the county, the Y helps individuals give back and assist their neighbors by offering support, volunteer opportunities and programs that help strengthen community. Each of our volunteers’ selflessness and willingness to roll up their sleeves to give back helps improve the lives of thousands of kids, adults and families.

Whether helping adults better cope with cancer through our Livestrong program, building self esteem at Girls on the Run or preventing chronic disease and building healthier communities through collaborations, the Y fosters the care and respect all people deserve.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is the perfect time to get into a volunteer routine.

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