Last Saturday, the West Suburban YMCA raised over $130,000 at its Annual Gala to support its programs enabling families of all backgrounds to develop healthy habits, build confidence, and foster strong relationships. The event recognized retiring board chair Ned Morse’s six decades with the Y, and Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller presented Morse with a Mayoral Proclamation of Achievement. The event was emceed by Boston sports personality Nick “Fitzy” Stevens, a longtime friend of the Y. Guests donned festive period attire to match the night’s “Roaring Twenties” theme.
The gala was supported by many sponsors including The Morse Family, Commodore Builders, Karen DiGiovanni, Boston College, Dedham Savings, Deloitte, Newton-Wellesley Hospital, M&T Bank, The Village Bank, The Gluck Family, Honda Village, Rivermoor Energy, The RMR Group, Boston Beer Company, Bully Boy Distillers, Dion’s Fine Wines and Triple Eight Distillery/Nantucket Vineyard.