Every year the Lake Houston Family YMCA recognizes an outstanding volunteer for his/her generosity of spirit, hard work and compassion for others.

Danell Fields was presented with her award at the YMCA of Greater Houston’s Annual Celebration on Thursday, November 12.  She joined 40 others, each representing an individual YMCA center, camp or special program.  Fields and the others were greeted with applause by the audience after being presented their award while a video of their accomplishments and dedication to our YMCA was shown. 

Fields was chosen for this award for her dedication to the Lake Houston Family YMCA and the East Montgomery County YMCA extension.  She was instrumental in the success of the first annual YMCA Dancing for Partners event which raised over $24,000 for  YMCA scholarships.  Additionally she has served for the past three years on the Capital Campaign, was a former Board member and assisted in developing relationships in the East Montgomery County communities.

Jenna Dhayer, Executive Director of the Lake Houston Family YMCA, says “Danell is the epitome of what a YMCA volunteer represents.  Her endless hours of support to our YMCA are instrumental to our success and we can not thank her enough for her continued dedication.”

Volunteers help YMCA staff create moments of accomplishment, moments of joy and moments of learning for children and families. By donating their time, talent and treasure, they help create a warm and supportive environment for individuals, children and families.  Volunteers also instill the YMCA core values of responsibility, respect, caring, honesty, and faith in everyone they touch and help the YMCA continue to build strong kids, strong families and strong communities.