BLACKSBURG – The YMCA at Virginia Tech is pleased to announce a donation of $887.50 from the original University Club of VPI & SU in continued support of the Y’s Meals on Main program.
This contribution reflects the club’s ongoing commitment to addressing food insecurity in the New River Valley.
Through the Meals on Main program, the YMCA provides free, USDA-approved meals and snacks to youth ages 1–18 in Blacksburg, Christiansburg and surrounding areas. Since its inception, the program has served more than 200,000 meals and snacks to local children facing food insecurity. With the support of dedicated volunteers, the YMCA has also expanded its efforts by offering freshly prepared meals at select distribution sites through its mobile kitchen.
The donation was presented by Beth Ifju, chair of the annual Thanks and Giving project of the original University Club of VPI & SU, to YMCA representatives including Jim Lawrence, Board Treasurer and Ryan Martin, CEO.
“Coming together to accept this donation at the Y Center was incredibly meaningful,” Lawrence said. “It is inspiring to see our community unite around such an important cause.”
University Club members expressed heartfelt enthusiasm for the effort, with one member remarking, “I just love helping out the kiddos!”
Those interested in supporting Meals on Main may donate online or by mail. Contributions help ensure that local children continue to receive reliable, nutritious meals throughout the year.
To donate: vtymca.org/support-the-y or mail a check to The YMCA at Virginia Tech, 403 Washington St SW, Blacksburg, VA 24060.
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