Robert G. Purdy Receives 2023 Lois Burpee Volunteer Service Award

DOYLESTOWN -Robert G. Purdy of Doylestown, past chief volunteer officer and member of the Central Bucks regional advisory board of River Crossing YMCA, received the 2023 Lois Burpee Award for his distinguished leadership and support of the Y. The award was presented during a ceremony on June 19 at the Doylestown branch.

“Rob has served as a valuable member of the YMCA Central Bucks Regional Advisory Board for many years in many capacities,” said Morgan Cooper, current chief volunteer officer. “As Chief
Volunteer Officer [2023], Rob’s passion for the YMCA was evident. He truly exemplifies the four core values guiding the Y: caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.”

Established in memory of longtime YMCA volunteer Lois Burpee, the award has been presented annually since 1985 in tribute to her memory and active service to the YMCA as a volunteer and benefactor. Lois and David Burpee also donated the land where the Doylestown branch currently stands. On an annual basis, the YMCA presents the award in recognition of outstanding volunteer efforts to the YMCA by an individual, company or organization.

River Crossing YMCA (formerly YMCA of Bucks and Hunterdon Counties and Greater Valley YMCA) is a charitable, nonprofit organization committed to strengthening communities through membership and programs that foster youth development, healthy living and social responsibility for all. Annually, the Y serves over 142,000 members and participants at its 12 member branches, 13 early childhood centers, 20 summer camp locations and 37 school age child care programs. River Crossing YMCA provides over $12 million of community impact annually in the form of financial assistance to individuals and families in need and free programming for veterans, cancer survivors, older adults and more. To learn more visit ymcarivercrossing.org.