Skagit Valley Family YMCA Board Member Susan Krienen announced that she would make a $12,500 donation to the Skagit YMCA Capital Campaign; a donation that will be matched by the Shell Foundation for a total donation of $25,000. Krienen is the plant manager of the Shell Puget Sound Refinery in Anacortes.
The donation will go towards the planning and development of the new Y building. The new building has a target open date in the year 2015.
"We need a new building and I can help make that happen," Krienen said of her donation. "It's a privelege to be a part of this community and a leader in it. I want to encourage others to get involved."
Skagit YMCA CEO Bob Shrumm expressed deep appreciation not only for Krienen's monetary contribution to the Y, but also for her leadership and vision.
"I will admit I have been completely blown away by this incredible show of generosity and leadership," Shrumm said. "Once again I am amazed by our YMCA Board. I know this extraordinary act will inspire others."
The Y board and Shrumm know the current Y facility is old will not be able to serve the community too much longer.
"We have no choice," Shrumm said. "The building is falling down around us."
Krienen hopes her donation to the Capital Campaign will accelerate the process of getting a new building and and inspire other individuals, businesses, and organizations in the community to give to this worthwhile project.
Look for a more in depth story in the October newsletter about the impact Susan has had on the Y and the impact the Y has had on Susan!
Thank you Susan for your leadership, vision, and generosity!
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