2021 Hour of Impact

1000 East Beltline Avenue Northeast,Grand Rapids MI 49525

11 November, 2021

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Great beginnings happen every day at the Y because of community collaborators, donors, volunteers, and sponsors like you. Beginnings happen as early learners navigate developmental milestones and prepare for success in kindergarten. Beginnings happen with the first back float, the first 5K, the first week at camp, the first fitness class, the first time cooking with an eggplant, or the first time walking into the Y. Beginnings are everywhere. Your support generates the charitable funds needed to provide everyone the opportunity to thrive. Together, we will continue to serve immediate needs, create significant impact, and build stronger futures. At the Y, we believe everyone deserves the same opportunities. That’s why we work tirelessly to close gaps and bridge divides. Hour of Impact 2021 ∙ November 11 ∙ 8:30am - 9:30am Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Dr. Bill Pink, President of Grand Rapids Community College The Y is a positive force in West Michigan.  Every day, our community faces new challenges that create a greater need for the work we do to break down barriers and create access for all.  From tackling the achievement gap to teaching healthy habits, or giving people the change to strengthen our community through volunteering - everything the Y does is in service of building a better us.  Y donors, volunteers, members and partners make the difference.  Together, we take on the challenges that shape the future of West Michigan.