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Human service agencies throughout Long Island, and indeed the nation,
are increasingly challenged by the difficult economic and social
conditions facing them.
Working in partnership with governmental agencies, schools, community
businesses and civic leaders, as well as a wide range of caring
intern students and volunteers, all with a shared sense of commitment,
has helped the Community Center to maintain its vibrancy and leadership
over the past fifty years that the Levitown community celebrated
in 1997.
A strong committed Board of Trustees is the foundation upon which
any successful not-for-profit organization is built. This administration
and the Board of Trustees are extremely grateful to the many committed
individuals who have provided the Community Center with their support
and participation over the years. With a dedicated, professional
staff, the work entrusted to our administration has moved steadily
and successfully forward.
As funding streams continue to shrink each day, many citizens do
not wish to pay any additional taxes to fund human service programs.
It is imperative that we become more creative in our efforts to
remain strong and vibrant. New funding streams and approaches must
be tapped into to include:
(1) increased corporate sector funding,
(2) individual donors,
(3) an expanded public relations campaign and marketing blitz of
Community Center services and
(4) endowment contributions. This will give new hope to the hundreds
of individuals who will seek YOM's services. We must begin to think
toward possible affiliations and mergers when the appropriate time
arises.
As we renew and rededicate ourselves to finding better ways to
service the varied needs of the citizens of Levittown and surrounding
communities, we welcome your continued involvement and support.
Through increased collaboration and forging new partnerships with
community groups and individuals, we can help to ensure that vital
programs and services are not only provided but also expanded and
improved.
James A. Edmondson
President & CEO
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