The YMCA of Metropolitan Chattanooga will use a $3.5 million grant from the Georgia Department of Education for after-school programs at local elementary schools.
“Today’s milestone is a testament to the dedication of our North Georgia Y team and their collaboration with our education partners,” Baron Herdelin-Doherty, president and CEO, YMCA of Metropolitan Chattanooga, said in a news release. “This grant, along with the continued support of local donors, will help us reach our community-wide goal of serving 50% more children and families by 2028.”
The Georgia Department of Education awarded the 21st Century Community Learning Center grant to the North Georgia Community Y in partnership with the local school systems.
“This partnership with the North Georgia Community YMCA will help us bridge the achievement gap, creating meaningful opportunities for parents and families to engage in their children’s education,” Catoosa County Schools Superintendent Chance Nix said in the release.
The Y After School program includes meals and snacks, homework help and academic enrichment as well as youth development activities on health, wellness and character building.
Marissa Bell
YMCA of Metropolitan Chattanooga
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