The YMCA of Rock River Valley is thrilled to be a recipient of Arby’s Foundation Make a Difference campaign.
As part of the annual in-restaurant fundraising program, Arby’s restaurants raised nearly $6 million to support national organizations dedicated to providing kids the future they deserve. This year, nearly half of the funds raised ($2.88 million) will be reinvested locally in communities across America.
In Rockford, $10,800 has been granted to the SwedishAmerican Riverfront YMCA. The funds will be used to help the Tween Scene programming. The Tween Scene is a space dedicated to kids ages seven to 12 at the downtown YMCA.
“This fundraiser is an important part of helping make sure that every child in our community has the opportunity to reach their full potential,” said Abbey Ramsey, Director of Marketing at DRM, Inc., a franchisee of Arby’s. “We’re thrilled to be able to give back and reinvest funds in Rockford for such a significant cause.”
About the Arby’s Foundation
The Arby’s Foundation, the independent charitable arm of Arby’s, helps America’s kids dream big and pursue their dreams with confidence. Building on a philanthropic heritage that has contributed more than $90 million to youth-related causes since its inception in 1986, the Arby's Foundation is committed to helping kids build, expand and pursue their dreams as we focus our efforts in childhood hunger, youth leadership and career readiness initiatives. The Arby’s Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) organization headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. For more information, visit ArbysFoundation.org