YMCA of Philadelphia & Vicinity’s Y Achievers Program Receives $800,000 Contribution from Comcast

YMCA of Philadelphia & Vicinity’s Y Achievers Program Receives $800,000 Contribution from Comcast

The YMCA of Philadelphia & Vicinity’s Y Achievers Program today was presented with the largest financial contribution in its history – an $800,000 gift from Comcast. With Comcast’s gift, the number of students served by the Y Achievers Program is projected to more than double to 500 next year. In addition, the funding will help further develop the program’s infrastructure, enable the YMCA to recruit additional Teen Achievers and Adult Mentors and enhance its offerings, including college tours, parental support programs, college readiness training, SAT preparation and tutoring. Furthermore, the gift will allow the YMCA of Philadelphia & Vicinity to dedicate additional staff, including a college counselor, to the program.

“The YMCA is grateful for this tremendous commitment from Comcast,” said John Flynn, CEO of the YMCA of Philadelphia & Vicinity. “Both the Y and Comcast are dedicated to building strong communities and this gift is an example of how corporations can help improve the lives of young people in the communities that we serve. With Comcast’s support, the Y Achievers Program will be able to serve more students with broader services, creating a win-win situation for all.”

“Comcast is thrilled to provide this gift to the YMCA of Philadelphia & Vicinity, as it will enable the Y Achievers program to grow dramatically and serve more students,” said Comcast Executive Vice President David L. Cohen. “Moreover, Y Achievers is a model program that helps youth learn about careers and build relationships, and we are very proud to help provide our area’s young people with opportunities for success.”

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