Beginnings
In 1844, who founded the YMCA? Where?
George Williams - London, England
What type of organization is the YMCA?
Non-Profit Organization
Caring
Focus of the YMCA that begins with H....
Healthy Living.
When should you arrive to volunteer events?
5-10 minutes early.
In 1851, who founded the first United States-based YMCA? Where?
Thomas Sullivan - Boston, Massachusetts
Who invented basketball?
James Naismith.
Which core value is yellow?
Respect
Focus of the YMCA that begins with S...
Social Responsibility.
You are volunteering in child watch. What should you wear?
- shirt: Leaders' Club shirt (most recent)
- black bottoms or khakis: athletic pants (leggings/joggers), athletic shorts, or black jeans.
- closed toed shoes.
Where was the first indoor swimming pool built?
Brooklyn, NY
Who invented Volleyball/Mintonette?
William Morgan.
Green is the color of which core value?
Responsibility.
Focus of the YMCA that begins with Y...
In what year were women allowed into the YMCA?
1874.
Where was Volleyball invented?
Holyoke, Massachusetts
Blue is the color of which core value?
Honesty.
The three sides of the YMCA triangle include:
Spirit, Mind, and Body.
If you cannot attend a volunteer event on short notice (within 24 hours or less), what should you do?
2) Message Bridget ASAP!
How many branches are included YMCA of Greater Richmond? Name 5 for 100 extra points.
18 branches
Where was basketball invented?
Springfield, Massachusetts
What is the fifth, unofficial, core value? The value is represented by the color purple.
Faith.
What is the YMCA mission statement?
To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.
How do you sign-up for volunteer events?
Mobileserve.