YMCA Hosts Its 12th Annual Breakfast for Community

The YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina proudly hosted its 12th Annual Breakfast for Community on Friday, May 15, 2026, at the Nir Family YMCA, bringing together community leaders, elected officials, business partners, donors, and supporters in celebration of the YMCA’s mission and impact across the region.

This year’s event featured Jeff Bourk, Director of the Wilmington International Airport (ILM), as keynote speaker. Bourk shared insights on the tremendous growth taking place across southeastern North Carolina and shared the vision and plans to expand our very own Wilmington International Airport (ILM).

The Breakfast for Community serves as the YMCA’s signature Annual Giving Campaign event, helping ensure that individuals and families throughout southeastern North Carolina have access to YMCA memberships, programs, summer camp experiences, swim lessons, youth sports, wellness initiatives, and life-changing opportunities regardless of financial circumstances.

This year’s event raised more than $249,000 in support of the YMCA’s Annual Giving Campaign. Funds raised will provide income-based membership rates, program scholarships, and critical support services that allow the Y to continue serving children, families, seniors, and individuals throughout the community.

“We are incredibly grateful for the overwhelming support shown by our community,” said Shannon Berg, Director of Development for the YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina. “Every contribution made through this event helps create opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to learn, grow, and thrive at the Y.”

Throughout the morning, attendees heard powerful stories highlighting the YMCA’s impact across the region—from youth development and water safety programs to wellness initiatives and outreach efforts that strengthen community connections every day.

The YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina currently serves thousands of individuals and families across the region through its branches, programs, camps, and community partnerships.

To learn more about the YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina or support the Annual Giving Campaign, visit www.ymcasenc.org/give