The Bedford area family YMCA is raising money for programming and facility expansions to better meet identified community needs.
This is the third major capital campaign in the Bedford YMCA’s 40 years of existence, according to CEO and executive director Mary Jo Boone. The total fundraising goal to cover all projects is about $4 million.
“It’s a big dollar amount, but we’re hoping the community will support what we will be able to offer them,” Boone said.
Through a community needs assessment and hosting some focus groups, the YMCA identified several ways the community-oriented organization could better serve their area.
The YMCA already has developed seven of its 36 acres of land in previous expansion efforts, adding a soccer field and an outdoor stage to host family events. A splash pad also is being installed and is expected to be completed and opened by late August, Boone said — enough …