HGD + YMCA of Greater Birmingham
HGD proudly supports the YMCA of Greater Birmingham and its work to strengthen children, families, and communities throughout the Birmingham area.
YMCA of Greater Birmingham
Supporting Birmingham Families
The YMCA provides programs and resources for local families, including:
- Youth development programs
- After-school care
- Summer camps
- Community outreach
- Volunteer opportunities
- Food assistance for children and families
Its summer feeding initiatives are especially important for children who may lose access to school meals during summer break.
HGD's Hands-On Partnership
HGD's relationship with the YMCA is a hands-on partnership rooted in service.
Members of the HGD team have also held YMCA leadership roles:
- Bill Bross serves on the YMCA advisory board
- Jeanie Sleadd serves alongside him
- Tzena Gauldin is a past board member and previously chaired the Downtown YMCA's annual fundraising campaign
Their involvement reflects a long-standing commitment to supporting the YMCA both personally and professionally.
Summer Feeding Program
HGD regularly supports the YMCA's Summer Feeding Program, helping provide kid-friendly food and supplies to local families.
Donations have included:
- Individually wrapped snacks
- Bottled water and juice boxes
- Fruit cups and applesauce
- Granola bars
- Pop-top canned goods
- Reusable insulated bags for transporting and distributing food
Y It Matters 5K & Fun Run
HGD also participates as a team in the YMCA's Y It Matters 5K & Fun Run, formerly known as Race to the Courthouse.
The long-running Birmingham event raises funds to support children and programs through the YMCA's Downtown Youth Center.
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