Helping Those Who Are Less Fortunate

Recent news from Missouri YMCA Youth In Government State Director Ken Hussey:

Dear YIG Students and Advisors:

As the Clark State Convention approaches, I hope that everyone is excited about the opportunities that await you in Jefferson City. This time of year is often one of reflection and thanksgiving for many of us. As we grow closer to the holiday season, we begin to think of gathering with family and friends around delicious meals. However, it is important for us to remember that not everyone in our communities and state are so fortunate to have these opportunities.

This year, I would like to start a new tradition in YIG, one that pulls us together to collectively make an impact in Jefferson City. In our program, we gather in Jefferson City for three days, engage in an intense and inspiring program, and leave just as quickly as we arrived. This year, I call on all of you to help make an impact in this community.

The food banks in central Missouri are very low on resources, facing new challenges each day. I challenge each of you to bring at least one non-perishable food item to share with the food banks of Jefferson City. If each of us brought at least one item, we could provide families in central Missouri with over 450 items. What an impact we can make!

At the Lewis State Convention, we collected many boxes of food that were donated to a local food bank, making a tremendous impact. We will collect items upon arrival at the State Convention on Thursday and throughout the weekend at the Registration Table.

When you pack your suitcase for Jefferson City, please consider going to your pantry and adding an item to your luggage. Your small act of kindness will go a long way to those in need.

Thank you for your participation in YIG. Please share this message with your fellow participants and challenge them to follow your lead in this effort.

Sincerely,
Ken Hussey,
State DirectorMissouri YMCA Youth In Government
(573) 635-6215
khussey@jcymca.org
www.moyig.org