2010 Award Recipient
E. Blake Graeber, III

Blake has served as Chairman of the James J. Harris YMCA Board of Managers for the past two years. His strong Christian faith, extraordinary leadership skills, compassion, and love of the YMCA have helped him lead the Harris YMCA to one of its most successful years ever during an extremely challenging economic time. Additionally, over the past decade, Blake has served the YMCA in various capacities including Chairman of the Executive Committee, Chairman of the Harry Brace Memorial Golf Tournament, and as a lead fund raising volunteer in the Promises for the Future Campaign. He is a true servant leader who never seeks recognition for himself.

Blake is married to Ashley and has three children, Laura, Bryant, and Conner.

“Blake has a passion for service and has been a servant leader who motivated all of us to do more for the Y Community” – Bridgett-Anne Hampden

###

George Williams Award
In 1844, George Williams founded the first YMCA in London for the purpose of offering mutual encouragement in the Christian faith. His goal was to establish a world of sacrifice and service. Annual awards are given by YMCA branches in memory of George Williams and in recognition of the outstanding volunteer service of those who come after him.