My guest for this episode is Dorry Foster, the executive director of the Wenatchee Valley YMCA. Since Foster arrived a year ago last fall, the YMCA has made some important strides forward in serving the youth of this valley. Foster is a leader dedicated to continuous improvement, what she calls “ “notching up” YMCA programs.
There are powerful collaborations happening with school districts in both Wenatchee and East Wenatchee, and some exciting new programs for kids including a mentorship program and a program called “out of bounds” that creates cool experiential learning opportunities for teens.
The Y is in the midst of its annual campaign to provide scholarships for kids. The nearly $200,000 they raise each year makes it possible to support kids from families with limited means. This generosity to those less fortunate is a beautiful expression of the values we hold so dear in our valley. I hope you enjoy the conversation. Please support the YMCA in its mission to enhance the lives of our children.
