The Y has been near and dear to my heart for many years. I don’t just work alongside the movement — I live it. Each year, giving to the Y Scholarship Fund isn’t a transaction for me; it’s an investment. And one of the most beautiful parts of this investment is watching it grow. It grows in the smile of a child who finally has a safe place to go after school. It grows in the confidence of a teen discovering their strengths during summer programs. It grows in families finding support, connection, and moments of joy they might not have otherwise had. It grows in a community where everyone feels like they belong. It grows in lifelong learning, curiosity, and the chance for every person to reach their full potential. Donating to a cause like this is one of the few investments where you will always see a return. Giving to the Y multiplies — in impact, in hope, and in the lives changed. Giving always gives back, and its ripple effect is truly contagious