YMCA Kolhapur

YMCA the world renowned association largest NGO in the world even larger than Rotary movement. Robert Wilder the son of Rev. Royal Guold Wilder founder of wilder memorial church was the inspiration behind Kolhapur YMCA which was established on the 19th of june 1892 . Mr.G.W.Seiler was the first president of Kolhapur YMCA. However YMCA was doing lots of social work. Bombay YMCA gave some clothes twiceor thrice for distribution theoughthe association some milk powder tins were also distributed. During Christmas season 'Meea-Bazar' athletics and games competitions were held and prize were distributed. Here are some names of past directors who have worked hard to keep alive Kolhapur YMCA :Late Dr. G. Khabde, Mr. J. Pole, Mr. A. Pargoanker, Mr. R. Urunkar, Dr. V. S. More, Mr. Panhalkar, Mr. Manohar. M. Chopde, Mr. Khabde, Dr. M. N. Gaikwad, Mr. V. D. P. Bharshankar, Mr. Bhujbal, Mr. Baker, Rev. B. Powar and Mr. Cyril. W. Mandody we are thankful for their great efforts regarding YMCA's work