Podcast episode #40: Wenatchee YMCA “notching up” its value to our kids under Foster’s leadership
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.
Dorry Foster
