Green Rocker Society

In 1906 a visionary leader named Willis Weatherford founded YMCA Blue Ridge.  More than 100 years later, we celebrate another milestone as we inaugurate a new generation of community leaders as members of the Green Rocker Society. These generous supporters commit to making YMCA Blue Ridge a philanthropic priority that ensures those programs are open to all, and our role in preparing the next generation of leaders.

What is the Green Rocker Society?

A giving society where donors make a three year commitment of at least $1,000 per year to the YMCA Blue Ridge Annual Campaign.

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 5,963 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

We believe that no deserving child, teen or family should be turned away because of financial need.  Your support makes that possible.

In 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