Green Rocker Society

What is the Green Rocker Society?

The Green Rockery Society is a philanthropic group whose members make a three year commitment of at least $1,000 annually to the YMCA Blue Ridge Annual Campaign. The commitment of these generous givers who make YMCA Blue Ridge a philanthropic priority ensures that our programs are open to all, and that the next generation of leaders is nurtured. 

In 1906, our visionary founder, Dr. Willis Weatherford, established YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly as a place where people of all ages could learn and grow, regardless of financial standing - and today, more than 100 years later, we continue his legacy of impact by inaugurating this fundamental new generation of supporters. 

Membership Benefits

• Customized 2” x 4” plaque with donor’s name/company name on the back of a new rocking chair.
• Limited edition 11” x 14” standard lithograph print of green rocker water color painting by local artist Brian Vasilik (hand-signed and numbered - 1 of 500).
• Updates on the impact of your gift and news on the programs you care most about.
• The knowledge that your donation will be used efficiently and responsibly for the sole purpose of transforming lives and building community.

Why become a member?

Your multi-year commitment helps us:

• Sustain our programs and plan for future growth.  We awarded scholarships to over 6,000 kids, teens and families last year, and want to continually grow that number!
• Spur innovation and develop new transformational programs.
• Increase the impact of everything we do!

Designate Your Gift

Green Rocker Society membership allows you to give to any Blue Ridge program you are passionate about! Simply name the program you want to give to on the Green Rocker pledge card, and we will ensure your gift is directed towards impacting that program and its participants.

Make a Gift, Change a Life

By joining the Green Rocker Society, not only do you become part of an exclusive group of committed supporters, you also help us transform lives by creating opportunities for people of all ages to learn, grow and thrive.

To learn more about the Green Rocker Society or if you have questions, contact Suzette Armatas at sarmatas@yblueridge.org