Board of Directors

YMCA MISSION: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. YMCA FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: The YMCA provides financial assistance to anyone who is unable to afford the full fee.

YMCA Board of Directors

The YMCA is governed by a Board of Directors who set policies. Through regular meetings, as well as an extensive committee structure, the Board monitors on-going operations, ensures the proper funding for the organization, and provides leadership to the long range planning process for the YMCA in the Alleghany Highlands area. A list of current board members is available upon request.

The community-based member oriented ownership of the YMCA provides a unique relationship between the staff hired to implement programs and those members participating. In many cases, the staff for a particular program has been involved as a member prior to their taking on a leadership position. This “train your own” leadership development philosophy allows for maintaining high standards in program quality. Members and volunteers play a key role in providing program leadership and the input necessary for the Board of Directors to make sound policy and future planning decisions.

YMCA 2010 Board Officers

Bryan Thompson, Chief Volunteer Officer

Teresa Hammond, Past Board Chairperson

Tim Prestridge, First Vice Chairperson/Treasurer

Jonathan Lanford, Second Vice Chairperson

Lisa Schoppmeyer, Secretary