Want to take action? YES needs your help

It's been a hard few weeks. Once again the horrific injustices towards our citizens have highlighted racism that exists in our country and resurfaced a painful and deep hurt that we need to address as a nation. Without dedicated action, the healing and change we all need will never happen.

An organization I care deeply about has a mission dedicated to such action. It too is hurting. In the backdrop of the recent tragedies, COVID’s impact on the economy has reduced the resources available to the organizations set up to help fight racism in our country - contributions to nonprofits have plummeted.

Last year I ran the Boston Marathon to raise money for Youth Enrichment Services (YES). For over 50 years, the YES mission is to provide transformative experiences to diverse communities of youth. Youth who can learn from each other and understand new perspectives. Youth who are in need of support and access. Youth whose teamwork and values will lead us to a better future, with shared perspectives, and respect for differences.

YES was listed in Boston Magazine as one of the non-profits to support the Black Community in Boston. Please check it out. There are some other great organizations listed as well.

https://www.bostonmagazine.com/news/2020/06/03/where-to-donate-black-community-boston/

The marathon provides significant funding to YES. COVID resulted in the cancellation of the Marathon but please don't let it cancel YES. They really need the support (now more than ever) and I understand times are tough financially. If you can't give for any reason, please take the time to learn about what they are doing and take whatever action you can.

Let me know if you want more information on YES programs ( Outdoor Adventure, SnowSports, Leadership Development, etc...) or the impact it is having in the communities it serves. I'd be happy to share more.

Thanks for listening... and thanks again to all those who supported my run last year - I will be forever grateful.