The Y in Central Maryland is pleased to announce the hiring of Dana Hotra as grants manager. In this role, Hotra will oversee the Y’s mission-critical grant work inclusive of researching, writing and ensuring compliance of all grants.

Hotra brings more than 20 years of experience in a multitude of fields to the Y, including grants management, program management, development and health sciences. Her past experience includes supporting the work of organizations focused on human and social health and well-being.

She holds a bachelor’s degree in physical and cultural anthropology from University of California, Santa Barbara and a master’s degree in health sciences from The Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.

Hotra is the mother of twin daughters and an active member of The Hill Y in Westminster.

Our Mission:
The Y in Central Maryland is a charitable organization dedicated to developing the full potential of every individual through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

Our Commitment:

At the Y, we are committed to providing family-oriented, affordable, high quality programs.

A cause driven organization with three areas of vital focus:

• For Youth Development: nurturing the potential of every child and teen
• For Healthy Living: improving our community’s health & well-being
• For Social Responsibility: giving back and providing support for our neighbors

The Y is a place for everyone. People of all races, ages, faiths, gender, abilities, backgrounds and incomes are welcome and financial assistance on a sliding scale is available to those who would otherwise be unable to participate.

Our Values:

Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility

More information can be found at www.ymaryland.org.