A $1 million “challenge gift” from Antonio “Tony” Pomerleau will allow the Greater Burlington YMCA to enhance and expand its presence on College Street.
The YMCA announced the gift Thursday night, on the eve of its 144th annual meeting. Pomerleau pledged to match other gifts to the Y up to $1 million.
“It’s a very important first step in making our vision of staying in downtown Burlington a reality,” said Mary Burns, president and CEO.
“This is the most generous gift we have ever gotten,” said YMCA board chairman Spencer Knapp, speaking at a celebratory gathering at the Burlington Country Club. “It’s so great that Tony gets the message”.
The message, as Pomerleau understands it, is that the YMCA “has done a great job for underprivileged children”. Link
