It’s the twenty fifth anniversary of one of the worst
tragedies in United States history and all around the country people will be ensuring we pay
tribute forever to the 2,977 people that lost their lives on 9/11/01.
This year marks the ninth year the YMCA of Northwest Louisiana has hosted its all day
commemorative stair climb. Open to members and non-members, people in the community
are invited to strive to reach a community goal of climbing 1,980 steps, the same number as
the World Trade Center.
Stairmasters will be set up in the lobby of both the BHP and Lash YMCA. Stairmasters can be
reserved for a 25 minute time slot beginning at 5AM on Friday, September 11th.
“We believe part of our role is to serve as a conscience for our community,” says Raymond Lee,
CEO of the YMCA of Northwest Louisiana. “It is our responsibility to remind people daily of the
importance of wellness and it is our job to provide a place where the community can come
together for various important events. Our commemorative stair climb is one of the days of
the year when we fulfill our mission most fully.”
Participants who donate $10 or more, or who climb 110 flights of stairs, will receive a
commemorative 9/11 pin for their contributions. All funds will go to first responders in
Shreveport-Bossier.