JACKSON, Mich.–American 1 Credit Union here has donated $600,000 to the Jackson YMCA as part of a new partnership.
The funds, part of the credit union’s capital campaign, are designatedfor the naming of the lobby of the new Jackson YMCA building.
The YMCA’s Capital Campaign is a $25 million project to replace the current aging facility with a larger modern structure, the credit union said.
‘A Welcoming Place’
“We believe that American 1 and the Jackson YMCA are well-aligned in our common purpose to welcome and serve all citizens as we seek to create a healthier community – be it physical health, social responsibility, or financial wellness,” said CEO Martha Fuerstenau. “Our gift is designated for the lobby of the new Y, where children and adults of every race, faith, age, occupation, state of physical health and well-being will pass through as they engage in the all of the opportunities of the new facility. They will walk into a welcoming place to learn, play, and gather for generations to come. American 1 is thrilled to do our part to make this important transformation a reality.”
The gift from American 1 brings the Y to the $14 million mark of the campaign, which began in 2017.