YMCA helps our community, you can help the YMCA!

By Jane Blacker,Class 19
Realtor, Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty

Participating in Scottsdale Leadership is one of the best ways to enhance your leadership opportunities in the community. Since graduating from Class 19, I have had the good fortune of serving on the board of directors for Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce and Scottsdale Leadership to include a year as board president.

Currently I’m focused on building support for the Scottsdale/PV YMCA.  Each year the Strong Kids and Families Campaign provides multiple resources and funding for many different programs. The programs benefit infants through seniors. Our Golf Tournament is coming up!

Please register for the Scottsdale/PV YMCA golf tournament to be held on Friday, Nov. 16 at Stonecreek Golf Course starting at 7:30. Included with your registration is complimentary dinner and silent auction at the Scottsdale Plaza Resort the night before along with complimentary pastries and coffee, lunch buffet, and free practice balls at the tournament. And of course we’ll have many fun contests and prizes! To register, contact Tracy Vick at 602-212-6038 or tvick@vosymca.org.

If you are not interested in golf but would like to enjoy a wonderful evening for a great cause you may join us for food, drinks, and entertainment the night before the golf tournament. This gourmet dinner and silent auction will be held Thursday, Nov. 15 at 6:00 p.m. at the Scottsdale Plaza Resort.

Golf rates are $600 for a Foursome
Individual $175
Just Dinner tickets for $50
**If you book a foursome or sponsorship package, additional dinner tickets are $25!

I truly enjoy serving on the Y’s board of directors and know our community is healthier because of its presence. I hope you also appreciate its value and join me at this FUNdraising golf event!