George williams biography

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    George Williams (philanthropist)

    English philanthropist and businessman (1821–1905)

    Sir

    George Williams

    Portrait by John Collier, originally in 1887

    Born(1821-10-11)11 October 1821

    Dulverton, Somerset, England

    Died6 November 1905(1905-11-06) (aged 84)

    London, England

    Resting placeSt Paul's Cathedral, England
    NationalityEnglish
    Occupation(s)Philanthropist, businessman
    OrganisationYMCA
    Known forFounding YMCA
    Spouse

    Helen Jane Maunder Hitchcock

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    (m. 1853)​
    Children7
    Parents
    • Amos Williams (father)
    • Ann 'Betty' Vickery (mother)

    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]