Sir George Williams | |
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Born | Dulverton, Somerset, England | 11 October 1821
Died | 6 November 1905 London, England | (aged 84)
Resting place | St Paul's Cathedral, England |
Nationality | English |
Occupation(s) | Philanthropist, businessman |
Organisation | YMCA |
Known for | Founding YMCA |
Spouse |
Helen Jane Maunder Hitchcock
(m. 1853) |
Children | 7 |
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Sir George Williams (11 October 1821 – 6 November 1905) was an English philanthropist, businessman and founder of the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA).[1] The oldest and largest youth charity in the world, its aim is to support young people to belong, contribute and thrive in their communities.[2]
Williams was knighted by Queen Victoria in her 1894 Birthday Honours. He died in 1905 and is buried in St Paul's Cathedral.
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