YMCA Bright Beginnings Highlights & Thank You!
Kernersville Family YMCA
We extend our heartfelt thanks to all our 2025 donors and community partners for your generous support of the YMCA Bright Beginnings program. A special thank you goes to our 2025 Presenting Sponsor, Brightspeed for their incredible commitment to making a brighter future possible for youth and families in the Kernersville community. Click here to learn more about Brightspeed!
Because of your generosity and compassion, students in our program stepped into the new school year with confidence, joy, and the tools they need to succeed. With your support, every child received not only essential supplies but also the priceless gift of knowing their community believes in them.
2025 Impact at a Glance
- 161 students from the Kernersville community supported — the largest number in a single event since the program began in 1999.
- 141 volunteers brought energy, encouragement, and care to make the day unforgettable.
- 165 backpacks were packed and distributed, filled with an estimated 22,256 school supply items.
- Over $29,000 invested in this year’s event to make it all possible.
On behalf of the Kernersville Family YMCA and the Bright Beginnings students and families, thank you for being the bright light that started their school year shining.
If you would like to support this program, please reach out to Adam Cardwell, Executive Director, Kernersville Family YMCA at 336 245 7213 or a.cardwell@ymcanwnc.org or click here to donate online.
Please enjoy this video recap of the 2025 YMCA Bright Beginnings presented by Brightspeed
KV Bright Beginnings 2025