Bill > HCR197

This concurrent resolution, originating from the Vermont General Assembly, congratulates the YMCA on reaching its 175th anniversary and offers well wishes for its future. The resolution acknowledges the YMCA's founding in the United States in 1851 with a mission to foster healthy spirit, mind, and body, and notes the establishment of the first Vermont YMCA in Burlington in 1866. It highlights the organization's dedication to meeting evolving community needs, strengthening society by bringing people together, and creating welcoming spaces for all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. The resolution also recognizes significant historical contributions of the YMCA, such as pioneering night school and English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, inventing basketball, offering the first group swimming lessons, being the birthplace of Father's Day, receiving the Nobel Peace Prize for its war work, and serving as a leading provider of childcare and afterschool programs, as well as offering community support during the pandemic. It further details the extensive reach of the YMCA nationwide and specifically within Vermont, mentioning the number of people served, staff, and volunteers. Finally, the resolution directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of this congratulatory message to the YMCA of Greater Burlington and the Meeting Waters YMCA.

https://legislature.vermont.gov/bill/status/2026/H.C.R.197