NASHVILLE, Tenn. –Titans defensive back Jason McCourty made a special visit to Youth Encouragement Services last week to present a check and play basketball with young people at the organization's McIver Center.
McCourty has been a volunteer and enthusiastic supporter of the work of Youth Encouragement Services (YES) with at-risk youth in Nashville. He visits the center to mentor youth and enjoys spending time with the young people.
"Growing up I would have loved to have a center to go to after school," McCourty said. "Seeing this going on and having the ability to help, is a nice feeling."
McCourty added to that support with a personal donation that will fund an entire month of after-school programs for the 70 children at the McIver Center.
"Jason has been a great friend and supporter to YES," said Rob McRay, executive director at Youth Encouragement Services. "The gift he made will provide after and summer school programming, a safe place for the kids, and homework help. Friends like Jason make (YES) possible.
About Youth Encouragement Services
Youth Encouragement Services (YES) has served Nashville youth for over 55 years. We operate three centers in inner-city Nashville, providing after-school and summer programs for children from kindergarten through high school. Daily programs such as tutoring, summer camp, a basketball league, computer labs, and other educational, recreational and cultural activities offer low-income children a positive alternative to the streets and opportunities for a bright future.
