Every day the Greater Joliet Area YMCA affirms its commitment to making a positive impact in the community. Y programs provide opportunities for all generations, ensuring that every individual feels a sense of belonging. And as a non-profit, community-based organization, the Y relies on the generosity of its members and the support of charitable giving to provide services and financial assistance for children, adults and families in Will County and Grundy County. 

That is why the YMCA would like to thank the CITGO Lemont Refinery, which recently provided a $10,000 donation in support of the YMCA Mission Strong Fund, helping ensure that nobody is turned away from the Y due to the inability to pay.

“Fulfilling the Y mission is not possible without the incredible support of local businesses like CITGO,” said Greater Joliet Area YMCA Chief Executive Officer Katy Leclair. “CITGO continues to be a strong advocate for YMCA initiatives, and we are so inspired by their dedication to our community. We know that their gift will make a significant impact on the lives of the children and families we serve.,” added Leclair.

To learn more about the YMCA’s Mission Strong Fund, please click here. To show your support by making a donation, please click here. 

Pictured in top photo: (L-R)  Greater Joliet Area YMCA Director of Branch & Program Operations Lisa Behounek, Greater Joliet Area YMCA Mission Advancement Director Donnie Chestnutt, Galowich Family YMCA and Future Village of Shorewood YMCA Executive Director Trisha Dust,  CITGO Lemont Refinery Summer Intern Jimmy Holmes, Greater Joliet Area YMCA President and CEO Katy Leclair, Operations Director for the Joliet Youth Development Team Brooke Hall, Greater Joliet Area YMCA Chief Business Development Officer Missy Durkin, CITGO Lemont Refinery Community Relations Advisor Mike Jostes, and CITGO Lemont Refinery Communications Advisor Brittany Borosak.