YMCA of Burlington & Camden Counties Holds Second Annual Spinathon to Benefit YMCA Youth Scholarships

Make a difference in the lives of children while getting great exercise! The YMCA of Burlington and Camden Counties, a cause-driven non-profit charitable organization, will host the second annual Pedal With A Purpose Spinathon in partnership with Reconstructive Orthopedics on Saturday, September 13 from 8 a.m. until noon at the Mt. Laurel YMCA.

Proceeds from the four-hour Spinathon will provide children in local communities with YMCA Youth Scholarships and access to programs that will have a lasting impact - helping them learn, grow and thrive.

“We are so excited again have the opportunity to partner with Reconstructive Orthopedics in hosting this unique fundraising event that combines physical fitness while meeting our mission of youth development and social responsibility,” said Jen Segelken, director of development, YMCA of Burlington and Camden Counties. “Youth programs at the Y provide children with opportunities to discover who they are and what they can achieve and foster healthy habits they’ll carry with them throughout their lives.”

Teams may consist of up to eight members. The bike must be occupied for the entire four hour event. Cyclists can ride in one-or two-15 minute increments. After a maximum of 30 minutes on the bike, the teammate must switch. The event will feature a DJ and cycling coach to motivate cyclists to Pedal with a Purpose.

The teams must meet the minimum fundraising entry fee of $500, in addition to a $25 team registration fee. Friends, family and supporters can donate money to teams directly.

Participants have three ways to register: online, in person with deposit and completed registration form at the Mt. Laurel YMCA at 59 Centerton Road, Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054, or by phone by contacting Jen Segelken at 856-231–9622 x243.

For more information on the Pedal With A Purpose Spinathon or YMCA Youth Scholarships, visit www.ymca-bc.org.

About the Y

The YMCA of Burlington & Camden Counties is a cause-driven, community based, charitable nonprofit organization that strengthens community by building healthy, confident, connected and secure children, adults and families. With a focus on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, the Y nurtures the potential of every youth and teen, improves the community’s health and well-being and provides opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Throughout neighborhoods across the two counties and its 50+ sites, the Y makes accessible the support and opportunities that empower more than 30,000 people each year to learn, grow and thrive. Visit ymca-bc.org.