At the Y, we believe the values and skills learned early on are vital building blocks for life. As a result of the YMCA’s Teen REACH Program, which offers after school care and summer day camp activities for middle school students in Joliet District 86, youth in our community take a greater interest in learning, develop an understanding of positive behaviors, explore their unique talents and interests, and make smarter life choices to help them realize their potential. That makes for confident kids today and contributing and engaged adults tomorrow.

But we can’t do it alone. As a non-profit, community-based organization, the YMCA relies on the generosity of its members and the support of charitable giving to provide services and financial assistance for children and families living in our community.

That is why the YMCA would like to thank Jackson Generation, which recently provided a $5,000 donation to support of Teen REACH.

“We are incredibly grateful for Jackson Generation’s gift and the role it will play in helping the Teen REACH program shine brightest,” Greater Joliet Area YMCA Chief Business Development Officer Missy Durkin said. “This donation represents a shared commitment to service, and we know it will have a positive impact on students.”

Pictured in top photo (second row, left to right): Greater Joliet Area YMCA Mission Advancement Director Donnie Chestnutt, Jackson Generation Operations Manager Austin Ouellette, Joliet Community YMCA Teen REACH & Teen Achievers Director Darrell Collins, Joliet Community YMCA Operations Director Brooke Hall, Jackson Generation Plant Manager Scott Freese, J-Power USA Assistant Director of Corporate Communications Joyce Bae, Greater Joliet Area YMCA Chief Business Development Officer Missy Durkin.

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