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| The Darke County YMCA held its annual meeting on April 1 where they honored this year's YMCA Champions of Hope, which included Angie and Matt Arnold, Ann and Mitch Eiting, Wes and Patty Jetter, Rosalie Schultz and Eunice Steinbrecher. |
DARKE COUNTY - The YMCA of Darke County held its annual meeting on April 1, where it celebrated the organization's ongoing progress and generous contributions of its patrons.During the Tuesday meting, Darke County YMCA CEO Sam Casalano honored a select handful of individuals, known as the Champions of Hope, who were integral in the everyday operations of the organization.
“They really went out of their way to make things happen. Without them it would've been almost impossible to accomplish what we have," said Casalano. "They make our dreams a reality.”
The 2014 Champions of Hope included Angie and Matt Arnold, Ann and Mitch Eiting, Wes and Patty Jetter, Rosalie Schultz and Eunice Steinbrecher.
Casalano also announced the 2014 Volunteers of the Year, Tammy Abell and Kevin Cordonnier.
"Kevin, thank you for serving the youth of our community and giving countless hours to our swim team program," he said. "It is an honor to recognize you as one of our volunteers of the year."
"And from now on, Tammy, your nickname will be 'The Mailwoman,' because you always deliver," said Casalano.
Also during the meeting, the YMCA introduced its new YMCA Board President, Shawn Daugherty, who will be taking over for former president, Jerry McClannan.
"Now I understand why God created Kevin, Jerry, Shawn and Tammy - why God created every volunteer in this room. Each of you exemplifies service at its finest," said Casalano. "Despite the increasing needs in our community and world, you continue to give sacrificially and seek to meet the needs of others, especially right here at the Y. Thank you for being you!"