YMCA of Greater Charlotte to Host 2200 at Annual Prayer Breakfast
Charlotte, NC (PRWEB) April 18, 2014 -- The YMCA of Greater Charlotte is hosting its 27th Annual YMCA Community Prayer Breakfast on Thursday, April 24 in the Crown Ballroom at the NASCAR Hall of Fame. The inspirational event will include a keynote address about the praise from Richard “Stick” Williams, Duke Energy Vice President of Corporate Community Affairs and Duke Energy Foundation President. Doors open at 6:30 a.m. and the program begins at 7:15 a.m.
The Y is expecting 2200 attendees, its largest event to date. A Charlotte tradition, the breakfast will also feature inspirational music from the Central Church Sanctuary Choir.
“At the Y, we still believe that faith and the power of prayer are at the heart of a strong community,” says YMCA of Greater Charlotte Representative Molly Thompson. “As a nonprofit with a mission to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all, we are honored to bring this free event to Charlotte each year.”
Tickets are no longer available online, but limited seating is still available. Please contact Jennifer Bright at Jennifer(dot)bright(at)ymcacharlotte(dotT)org.
Media welcome.
About the YMCA of Greater Charlotte
The Y is one of the nation’s leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The YMCA of Greater Charlotte, comprised of 19 Y branches and two resident camps, engages approximately 274,000 men, women and children – regardless of age, income or background – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation’s health and well-being, and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Deeply rooted in the community for 140 years, the YMCA of Greater Charlotte has the long-standing relationships and physical presence not just to promise, but to deliver, lasting personal and social change. ymcacharlotte.org
Michelle Guinyard, YMCA Greater Charlotte, +1 (704) 716-6284, [email protected]
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