Greenpoint YMCA Honors Patricia Ferris
Patricia Ferris's daughters accepted the honor on her behalf at the Greenpoint YMCA celebration.
Local youth and community leaders gathered on May 30 to celebrate the Greenpoint YMCA’s Strong Kids Campaign Donors and Volunteers, and to honor former Board Member Patricia Ferris – this year’s Community Activist and Y Champion.
Ferris was recognized for her 16 years on Community Board 1, advocacy on behalf of the Greenpoint/Williamsburg Waterfront and open space access efforts, and nearly two decades of service on the Greenpoint YMCA board.
At the celebration, students performed excerpts from the musical “Annie,” and over $58,000 was donated by Exxon Mobil to the Greenpoint Y.