LYNN — Lynn City Councilor Fred Hogan has been chosen as the “YMCA of Metro North Volunteer of the Year.”
According to the president and CEO of YMCA Metro North, Kathleen M. Walsh, Hogan has been the YMCA’s biggest cheerleader and has shown what it is to truly support the organization.
“Throughout the pandemic, you were our hero,” she said. “Working closely with our branch staff helping provide food, diapers, resources and humor as we navigated the pandemic. When we need anything, you answer our call.”
The YMCA of Metro North will be hosting a virtual and in-person annual meeting on Thursday, May 20 to honor Hogan and other award winners. The event will be broadcasted live from the new Lynn YMCA and will host a Zoom event for guests. Award winners will be invited to join to accept their awards and will be given the opportunity to say a few words.
Hogan said that he is honored to receive the amazing recognition from the YMCA of Metro North.
“Giving back to the community is something I have done for the past 25 years in Lynn and will continue to do for the residents of Lynn,” he said. “I would like to thank all the volunteers who stood beside me and put in the work during the COVID-19 pandemic, from collecting diapers to passing out food and school supplies. Without a great team this recognition would not be possible.”
Walsh said the YMCA is so happy to honor Hogan and thanked him for his continued efforts to share their mission, articulate their vision and promote the great work their team members do every day.
