02-03-2025
Holyoke YMCA awards volunteers at ‘Sneaker Peek' event
HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP) – The Greater Holyoke YMCA celebrated their volunteers Saturday evening during the annual 'Sneaker Peek' event.
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These volunteers had the spotlight shined on them for their efforts, and the positive impact they've had on the community through the YMCA's programs and services.
Two volunteers were honored this evening for their contributions to the organization and the community. Molly LePage was the recipient of the 2025 Distinguished Service Award and Arthur Bergeron received the 2025 Oldershaw Community Service Award.
'For 139 years, we were founded on volunteers,' said Conor Bevan, CEO of the Greater Holyoke YMCA. 'They are our lifeline. Without volunteers, we can't exist, so it's our way to simply say thank you. We can't say thank you enough to our volunteers.'
The Greater Holyoke YMCA currently serves approximately 5,000 people within the community. To learn more about their programming and services, visit
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