The YMCA of Metro North is proud to announce that its annual Where in the World celebration, held on Thursday, Sept. 26, at the Torigian Family YMCA in Peabody, was a tremendous success. The evening saw an outpouring of generosity from the community, raising funds for the YMCA of Metro North financial assistance programs, which helps make YMCA programs accessible to children and families across the region.
The sold-out event included entertainment, and live and silent auctions. The highlight of the night was the Grand Raffle Prize exclusive adventure in Greece. The YMCA of Metro North raised $280,000 at the event.
“This event has truly highlighted the incredible generosity and commitment of our community,” President and CEO of the YMCA of Metro North Kathleen Walsh said, “We have seen firsthand how much families rely on our programs for childcare, education, and healthy activities. This fundraiser helps ensure we can continue to provide critical financial assistance to those who need it most.”
Dave Gravel, president and CEO of GraVoc Associates and YMCA of Metro North Board president, echoed the sentiment. “The YMCA is a cornerstone of our community, a place where every child has the opportunity to grow, learn, and thrive,” he shared. “This fundraiser will allow us to continue initiatives like giving seventh and eigth graders in Lynn free memberships, helping families access life-saving swim lessons, and give us the ability to help people who need it most.”
The evening also saw the presentation of the YMCA of Metro North’s Community Compass Award which was given to Kevin Tierney, CEO of North Shore Bank.
Walsh praised Kevin Tierney and North Shore Bank for their unwavering support of the Y and the community. “Kevin and his team consistently go above and beyond to ensure organizations like ours succeed. Whether sponsoring our road races, volunteering at summer camps, or serving in leadership roles, North Shore Bank exemplifies true partnership. Kevin’s leadership is exceptional, and we are proud to honor him as the recipient of our inaugural Community Compass Award. Our shared commitment to community collaboration is what makes us stronger together.”
“It is an honor to receive the Community Compass Award from the YMCA of Metro North,” Tierney said. “This award is a testament to the commitment of everyone at North Shore Bank who make a meaningful difference in our communities. We are proud to partner with organizations like the YMCA, which share our values and dedication to service.”
For more information on how to contribute to the YMCA of Metro North: https://www.ymcametronorth.org.
