The Massapequa Chamber of Commerce recently held a Grand Opening ribbon-cutting ceremony
NSE Windows, located at 5340 Merrick Rd. in Massapequa. Congratulations to owners Joe Mauceri, Eric Clemente, and their team on this exciting milestone! Pictured: left to right, Megan Wilson-Office Manager, Janice Talento-MCC
Vice President, Sal Polito-MCC Second Vice President, Isabelle Rapacuillo-MCC Board of Directors, Robin Hepworth-MC Chamber President, Joe Mauceri-NSE Window owner, Eric Clemente-NSE Windows Owner, Joe Mauceri Jr-Marketing Director, Fran Mauceri, and Carol Link-South Bay's Neighbor.
Gestures anyone can embrace in support of veterans
Include foods and comforts from home.
· Buy from veterans. Seek out veteran-owned businesses in the area, and then make purchases from their retail stores or utilize their services.
Veterans Day is Novemeber 11. Community-wide events tend to be held on that day, but any day of the year is a good time to pay respect to veterans. On a local level, people can do much to thank veterans for their service and sacrifice.
· Provide a free restaurant meal. Offer to take out a veteran for breakfast, lunch or dinner. If you see a veteran eating in a restaurant, anonymously pay the bill for that person.
· Send care packages. Communities can gather resources and chip in to make care packages for veterans who live in town, and even to send to troops stationed elsewhere.
· Volunteer at a VA hospital. Spend time with veterans where they receive care for current health needs or past injuries suffered in combat.
· Participate in a parade. If your town hosts a Veterans Day parade, find out how you can volunteer or be a part of it. Oftentimes parade officials enable youth groups, such as high school marching bands or scouting troops, to participate in the parade.
· Write to a publication. Write an op-ed or highlight piece to submit to a local newspaper about veterans in the community. Mention local veterans who have unique stories, or speak about the importance of veterans to the community.
· Ask a veteran to speak. If you work in a school or a community center, ask veterans to share their experiences with area youth.
· Visit local memorials. Spend time visiting memorials nearby and paying homage to the veterans who devoted their time, or even their lives, to service.
Massapequa’s Pink Events Raise Awareness And Funds
Massapequa students dig their pink attire, which they have been wearing throughout October for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In addition to showing their support through fashion, students, staff and community members have also been raising money for local organizations.
The girls volleyball team held its annual Dig Pink event on Oct. 22, with varsity and junior varsity games against Mineola. A fundraiser in the gymnasium lobby included raffle baskets, a 50/50 drawing and candy and dessert sales. Guests could also buy pink girls volleyball shirts. Each player on the varsity team had an online donation page, with proceeds from all of the fundraising efforts going to
the Side-Out Foundation.
Amanda DelGiacco, the varsity volleyball coach, said that this is the 17th year of Dig Pink, and the first 16 events raised more than $170,000. This year’s total is still being finalized as the online fundraising pages are open through the end of the month. She said that each $2,000 raised benefits one breast cancer patient.
“I’m excited to take part in this campaign because we’re raising money for people going through this tough time and our hearts go out to them,” senior volleyball player Mariah Morisi said.
“It’s really special to our team,” added Micaela Gillis, whose grandmother is a breast cancer survivor. “It shows everyone that we’re here to play for something bigger than the game.”
Coach DelGiacco said that the Dig Pink event has become an important tradition for the girls volleyball team. This year, the players wore special shirts for the game along with pink armbands and socks.
Berner Middle School held its annual Think Pink day on Oct. 24. During lunch periods, student council leaders sold Berner Thinks Pink shirts as well as raffle tickets for a candy basket, with proceeds going to the Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition and the Side-Out Foundation.
Students were encouraged to wear pink and several handmade banners were hung throughout the school to raise awareness.
The Massapequa High School girls varsity volleyball team held its annual Dig Pink game on Oct. 22 with proceeds going to the Side-Out Foundation. Photos courtesy of the Massapequa School District
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony NSE Windows
GRAND OPENING RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY - NSE WINDOWS
- The Massapequa Chamber of Commerce recently held a Grand Opening ribboncutting ceremony for their member, NSE Windows, located at 5340 Merrick Rd. in Massapequa. Congratulations to owners Joe Mauceri, Eric Clemente, and their team on this exciting milestone! Pictured: left to right, Megan Wilson-Office Manager, Janice Talento-MCC Third Vice President, Sal Polito-MCC Second Vice President, Isabelle Rapacuillo-MCC Board of Directors, Robin Hepworth-MC Chamber President, Joe Mauceri-NSE Window owner, Eric Clemente-NSE Windows Owner, Joe Mauceri Jr-Marketing Director, Fran Mauceri, and Carol Link-South Bay’s Neighbor.
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The junior varsity game against Mineola was the first contest of the annual Breast Cancer Awareness Month event.
NOVEMBER HAPPENINGS
THURSDAY, NOV. 7th
7:00PM
EVENING HOMEMAKERS GROUP
Join Lindenhurst Evening Homemakers Group at the North Amityville Senior Center 48 Cedar Rd. in Amityville (off of New Hwy.) Open to all 18 years old & up. New members should arrive 15 min. early. For more information, please call Lisa LeBrie at 516-413-7467
SATURDAY, NOV. 9th
10:00AM-3:00PM
VETERAN'S BENEFITS SYMPOSIUM
Sgt . John Sardiello Post 1634 of the American Legion, 10 Bruce Street in West Babylon. Breakfast & Lunch Served. Open to all veterans and/ or their families seeking information and services. Need Information, call 631-669-3931, secretary.post1634@ gmail.com
SUNDAY, NOV. 10th
9:00AM-2:00PM OPERATION ENDURING CARE BENEFIT CAR SHOW
Hosted by the Centurion Cruisers Car Club and American legion Post 1244 Greenlawn - Remembering our Veterans. Walt Whitman High School 301 West Hills Road in Huntington Station. They are collecting donations to benefit in-patients and Community living Centers at the Northport V.A. Hospital, United Beacon House shelter and other transition and rehabilitation programs. For more info contact: Hank 516-650-9095 or Charlie 917-337-2234
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28th - Thanksgiving
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10:00AM-2:00PM BARK IN THE PARK
The North Babylon Lions Club will be hosting Bark in the Park at Birch Pavilion Belmont State Park. 5K Walk, dog costume contest, food, beverages, music, raffles, pet and gift vendors, $10 donation for each dog and walker, All proceeds will benefit the Guide Dog Foundation. All dogs must be on a leash. Questions and to Pre-register contact Joanie Zangerie 631-8604874, joaniezang@gmail.com
SATURDAY, NOV. 16th
9:00AM-11:00AM
SANTAPOGUE CREEK
DEFENDER CLEAN UP Santapogue Creek Defender Clean Up/ West Babylon in collaboration with Babylon Rotary. Meet up is in old K-mart parking lot, Montauk Highway (across from Aldi). Gloves and bags to be provided. Please wear weather appropriate clothing. Volunteer here https://savethegreatsouthbay.org/ volunteer/
10:00AM-1:30PM
WANTAGH KIWANIS FOOD DRIVE
HUNGER affects people in EVERY community of ALL ages throughout the YEAR. Please join us at the King Kullen on Wantagh Ave. in Wantagh. Locally Benefitting: St. Francis Food Pantry & St. Jude Episcopal Food Pantry - Wantagh. For more information, please call Marlena Schein 516-297-2772
SUNDAY, NOV. 17th
DOORS OPEN AT 1:30PM
BUNCO FUNDRAISER
The Joseph Barry Columbiettes are
sponsoring a BUNCO fundraiser on Sunday, November 17th at the Joseph Barry Knights of Columbus hall (45 Heitz Place, Hicksville). Games will begin at 2 o'clock. RAFFLES AND PRIZES, 50/50 For more information, please call Susan at 516-680-8487, or email SueSarandis@gmail.com
MONDAY, NOV. 18th
7:00PM START HOLIDAY BINGO
The LongIsland Society of Italian Americans(LISIA) is having a Holiday Bingo at St Mary’s Knights of Columbus, 78 Hempstead Avenue, Lynbrook. $45.00 per person, spaghetti and meatball dinner served family style, coffee, dessert and a cash bar. 2 games of Bingo, fun prizes awarded, share the wealth raffle. Reservations required, please call Diane Langella 516-398-3484 for information.
TUESDAY, NOV. 19th
7:00-9:00PM
A CHRISTMAS CAROL
The Historical Society of Islip Hamlet and the Islip Public Library will co-host a showing of Gerald Charles Dickens movie, "A Christmas Carol". Mr. Dickens is the great-great-grandson of Charles Dickens and he performs his one-man show in Rochester, England, where Dickens lived. The movie will be shown at the Islip Public Library, 71 Monell Ave; there will be light refreshments. The movie is free and open to the public but registration is required, call 631-581-5933. For more information visit www. isliphamlethistory.org, or call 631-559-2915.
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Students Bring The Spirit, Chiefs Bring The Win At Homecoming
A touchdown within the first minute set off raucous cheering in the Chief Nation section that rarely let up, as Massapequa cruised to a 35-19 win over Port Washington for the annual homecoming football game on Oct. 19.
The warm and sunny afternoon was a stark contrast from last year and ensured that the day’s festivities would go unimpeded. The annual parade went from Massapequa Park Village Hall to Massapequa High School, featuring the pep band, cheerleaders, class banners, homecoming
royalty and several student clubs, in addition to the board of education and administration.
Fans cheered as the Chiefs took the field for their midafternoon matchup against the Vikings, entering between two blue and gold balloon towers. Senior Isabella Corigliano sang the national anthem while students from the high school’s American Sign Language program signed along. Throughout the game, the pep band played from the bleachers while the cheerleaders and color guard raised spirit from
the track.
Halftime included performances by the varsity and junior varsity cheerleaders, as well as the Chiefettes dance team, as well as the introduction of the homecoming court.
The senior royalty were Christian Marmo, Kaia Muller, Jake Rodriguez and Emily Sullivan. Rounding out the court were juniors Nicholas Brennan and Sophia Dalton, sophomores Jackson Crudele and Rhyan O’Leary and freshmen Kate Friedrich, Jada Maroldo, Allison McMenamin, Matthew Oweis, Alex Sloves and Jocelyn Vandenberg.
The Massapequa Chiefs took the field for their homecoming game against the Port Washington Vikings on Oct. 19. It was a 35-19 win for the home team. Photos courtesy of the Massapequa School District
Homecoming was the culmination of a weeklong celebration, that included themed dress-up days for the entire district as well as the inaugural homecoming dance for students in grades 10-12.
The homecoming court was introduced at halftime, which included the senior royalty as well as freshmen, sophomore and junior honorees.
The senior class displayed their banner in the homecoming parade.
Superintendent Dr. William Brennan met with students in the Chief Nation cheering section.
Isabella Corigliano sang the national anthem, which was also signed by students from the ASL program.
Dear Fellow Chambers Members and Residents of the Massapequas,
As I write this, summer has officially come to a close, and fall has arrived. It seems that we’ve waited a long time for fall through an especially hot summer. I will miss the summer (my favorite season), but I’m excited for the cozy charm of fall. The cooler weather, vibrant foliage, early sunsets, and cozy sweaters are just a few things I love about this time of year. And let’s not forget football and networking events! At the Massapequa Chamber of Commerce, we’re excited to kick off this new season with an exciting lineup of events and initiatives that will bring our community together.
Building on the success of our summer events, we were excited to partner with News 12 for their “Main Street Long Island - Massapequa” series. In August, we showcased the exceptional talent of our member businesses, including Broadway Gourmet Bagel Café, Massapequa Ultra Lanes Bowling, Burgerology, Sage N Selenite Holistic Spa, Gumdrop Garden, and Zona Restaurant. It was truly thrilling to see our members shine on local TV!
One of my favorite events of the year is our Annual Police Luncheon, which we held on September 26th at American Legion Post 1066. The Massapequa Chamber of Commerce is always proud to Back the Blue! This special celebration shines a well-deserved spotlight on the heroes of the Nassau County Police Department. We had the privilege of honoring two exceptional officers from the 7th Precinct who embody the department’s dedication and service: Police Officers Nicholas Russo and Christopher Ryder. We extend our gratitude to event sponsors Thomas Antonetti (BHHS Laffey International Realty) and Masone Masonry for their generous support.
With the fall season in full swing, we’re excited to host several events that will bring our community together! Our Chamber’s rst Halloween Trunk or Treat on October 19th, 11am-1pm, at the McKenna Elementary Senior Center Parking Lot, promises to be a fun- lled afternoon with our member businesses. (Exclusive to Massapequa families only.) Come and join in the spooky spirit!
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and in honor of our beloved Past President and dear friend, Patricia Orzano - who passed away last November after battling breast cancer for many years - we’re hosting the Patricia Orzano Breast Cancer Awareness Walk on October 27th at Marjorie Post Park. Patty was a mentor and friend to me, and I felt there’s no better way to honor her than to have this walk in her name. All monies raised will go towards two incredible organizations: Mondays Cancer Care and Hewlett House. I know Patty would be so proud - her dedication to the community and our Chamber was nothing short of extraordinary, and she is deeply loved and missed. Together we can spread awareness, honor Patty, and support those affected by this disease. Our special thanks to Masone Masonry for their sponsorship of this special event. We’re grateful to Past President Robert R. Barrett for chairing this new initiative. Register now and make a difference in our community!
As the spooky season approaches, we’re excited to host more networking events to foster meaningful connections among our members. We’re again hosting the Annual Halloween Networking Spooktacular – After-Hours Dinner at Zona Restaurant on October 24th! Wear your best costume and connect with fellow business leaders while enjoying a delicious dinner. Be sure to visit our website and secure your spot!
Looking ahead, we’re excited to see the growth and success of our member businesses. Recent ribbon cuttings have been a testament to the vibrancy of our community. We celebrated the Grand Re-Opening of Exit Realty Premier, welcoming them to their beautiful new location in Massapequa. Additionally, we marked the Grand Opening of NSE Windows’ stunning new showroom in Massapequa. We’re delighted to have these ceremonies as opportunities to recognize our members’ achievements and contributions to our community. Congratulations to both Exit Realty Premier and NSE Windows - we’re proud to support our member businesses and look forward to their continued success!
And speaking of milestones, special congratulations to our amazing Office Manager, Shelley, on her impressive 10-Year Anniversary with our Chamber. Shelley always goes above and beyond for our Chamber and members. She is incredibly dedicated and always puts her heart into everything that she does. We are incredibly lucky to have her, and send her our sincere appreciation!
Ready to get involved? Call us at 516-541-1443 to learn about sponsorship opportunities or join the Chamber. We can’t wait to welcome you to our vibrant Chamber family!
Wishing you a fantastic fall season!
Robin Hepworth President, Massapequa
Chamber of Commerce
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Massapequa Teacher To Share Best Practices Abroad
With an opportunity to give back to her profession, Kristen Urban, a sixth grade teacher at Berner Middle School in the Massapequa School District, will spend a week in Jamaica to help improve literacy instruction.
Ms. Urban departs for her trip on Oct. 19 and will be assigned to New Hope Preparatory School in the Caribbean island nation. A few years ago, she became involved with humanitarian organization Great Shape!
Inc., and has visited Jamaica for the past three summers to train teachers on literacy and math education, as well as behavior management techniques. This will be her first time traveling there during the school year and it will allow her to work directly with students.
During her week abroad, Ms. Urban will be working with students in second through fifth grade, providing smallgroup literacy lessons and also modeling instructional strategies for teachers. Because she has her special education certification, she will also be able to provide guidance to teachers on assisting students with disabilities.
“I’m hoping I can offer some of my expertise and experience to help their young readers,” she said.
During her summer trips, Ms. Urban said the Jamaican educators have always been very welcoming and appreciative, and she looks forward to establishing further connections there
with both teachers and students.
In advance of the trip, Ms. Urban got her students and colleagues involved. Her sixth graders wrote book reviews that she will share with youngsters in Jamaica. And those books will be available because the student suggestions were added to an Amazon wish list and purchased by fellow Berner teachers. Ms. Urban will be bringing more than 100 books with her, as well as other school supplies to donate.
“It’s been nice to involve my students in this,” she said. “They’ve had a lot of questions. They’re curious about what schools are like over there.”
Ms. Urban has been in Massapequa since 2016. She was a learn at lunch teacher at the Ames Campus before moving to Berner four years ago as a sixth grade English language arts and math educator.
Town Partners With Community Group To Collect Peanut Butter
Residents Invited To ‘Spread The Love’ To Help Stock Local Food Pantries
Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Councilman Tom Hand announce that the Town will partner with the Massapequa Farmingdale Men’s Club to host a Peanut Butter Collection Drive. Residents are invited to donate new, unopened and sealed peanut butter to help replenish local food pantries and support families in need. Drop-off containers are located at Town Halls North and South, as well as at the Town Ice Skating Center. Alternative butters, including sun butters, almond butters and cookie butters, as well as jelly, are also accepted.
“We are proud to partner with this great organization to help ‘spread the love’ and stock local food pantry shelves with this very popular product,” said Supervisor Saladino. “Peanut butter has a long shelf life, provides many nutrients and doesn’t require refrigeration, making it among the most highly requested items from local food banks. We thank the Massapequa Farmingdale Men’s Club for again putting our local communities first with another wonderful initiative to help others.”
The Massapequa Farmingdale Men’s Club mission is to provide and encourage involvement in education, charitable and social programs for the men of local communities, and to support the local and wider community with activities and contributions.
“The Massapequa-Farmingdale Men’s Club has been
assisting local foodbanks for more than five years, and we’re supporting their efforts by helping to collect food, fill shelves and feed the hungry,” said Councilman Hand.
The Peanut Butter Collection Drive will run through November 15th. Drop off bins are located during regular business hours at Town Hall North (54 Audrey Ave, Oyster Bay), Town Hall South (977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa) and the Town of Oyster Bay Ice Skating Center (1001 Stewart Ave, Bethpage).
“Our organization has worked to help the local and greater community for several years, and we are thrilled to once again partner with the Town of Oyster Bay to supply this much-needed item to local food pantries,” said Tom Sabellico, president and founder of the Men’s Club. “We’ve run many successful food drive and have found over the years that local food banks like peanut butter thanks to it being easy to use, it keeps a long time, provides a variety of nutrients, is high in protection and is enjoyed by all age groups.”
For more information about the Massapequa Farmingdale Men’s Club and their mission, visit www. massapequafarmingdalemensclub.com. For more information about the Peanut Butter Collection Drive and other Town programs, visit the Town’s website at www.oysterbaytown.com or call (516) 624-6380.
Berner Middle School sixth grade teacher Kristen Urban will be traveling to Jamaica for a week to model literacy instruction techniques. Her students contributed book reviews that will be shared with youngsters there. Photo courtesy of the Massapequa School District
Saladino And Town Board
To Collect DVDs For U.S. Troops & Children’s Hospitals
Oyster Bay Town
Supervisor Joseph Saladino and the Town Board announced a partnership with Massapequa-based “Big Hy for Heroes” to collect DVDs for those deployed and serving overseas in the United States Armed Forces, as well as movies for children’s hospitals. Donations will be accepted during the month of November and then delivered to Chaplains, Commanding Officers, Sergeant Majors and Sergeants around the globe to distribute to troops and arrange movie nights this holiday season.
Supervisor Saladino stated, “The Town of Oyster
Bay is proud to partner with Big Hy for Heroes for our Annual DVD Collection Drive and send thousands of DVDs to troops serving around the globe as well as to children receiving care in local hospitals. Help support these brave men, women and children by donating DVDs.”
The Big Hy for Heroes organization was founded in 2002 by Massapequa resident and WWII veteran Hyman Strachman who, along with his son Arthur Strachman, personally began sending DVDs to U.S. troops overseas. Over the years, Big Hy for Heroes has shipped hundreds of thousands of
DVDs all around the world and continues to do so today. Exciting, suspenseful, comedy and classic DVDs are among the most requested by the troops for movie nights. Children’s movies are needed for local hospitals. Residents can donate DVDs at any of the following locations, weekdays from 9am to 4:45pm:
Town Hall North – 54 Audrey Avenue, Oyster Bay Town Hall South – 977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa
For more information on the DVD Collection Drive for U.S. Troops and local children’s hospitals, please call (516) 624-6380.
Town Invites Residents
To Participate In Cancercare’s 2024 Walk For Hope
Family-Friendly 5K Walk November 17th At Town Golf Course
Oyster Bay Town
Supervisor Joseph Saladino invites residents to participate in CancerCare’s annual Walk for Hope, scheduled for the morning of Sunday, November 17th at the Hon. Joseph Colby Town Golf Course in Woodbury. Registration and check-in begins at 8 a.m. with opening ceremonies at 9 a.m. and the walk beginning at 9:30 a.m.
“The Walk for Hope is a
family event in support of CancerCare’s free programs and services for patients, caregivers and loved ones impacted by cancer,” said Supervisor Saladino. “With activities for kids of all ages and locally sponsored snacks and beverages, this special event is an opportunity for Long Island businesses and residents alike to show their support for people affected by cancer, celebrate survivors
and remember loved ones.”
To ensure that CancerCare’s services remain free for anyone who needs them, participants are invited to create teams through the event website, set a goal and reach out to family, friends and colleagues. Anyone interested can visit www. cancercare.org<http://www. cancercare.org> or call 1 (800) 813-HOPE.
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NEW YORK STATE EMPIRE AWARD RECIPIENT - The Massapequa Chamber of Commerce recently nominated their long-time member, Pequa Park Florist, for the New York State Empire Award, presented on October 16 by Senator Alexis Weik! Vincent and Joseph Bordino and their team have brought joy to Massapequa and beyond with their stunning arrangements, same-day delivery, and exceptional service for over 60 years! Family-owned and operated, Pequa Park Florist is the trusted name for Fresh flowers Fruit baskets, custom pieces, and gifts for any occasion. Pequa Park Florist has also been voted “Best Long Island Florist.” They truly deserve this recognition. Congratulations!
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The Bethpage Turkey Drive to benefit the Island Harvest Food Bank will take place on Friday, November 22, 2024, from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM at Bethpage’s headquarters located at 899 South Oyster Bay Road in Bethpage.
This year marks the 16th anniversary of Long Island’s largest one-day food drive which to date, has donated more than 49,000 turkeys and over 236,000 pounds of food to Island Harvest which helps supply Thanksgiving holiday meals to families in our community.
Long Islanders are asked to donate frozen turkeys, nonperishable food items or cash donations. Bethpage’s Drive Through Donation Lanes will allow residents to remain in their cars while volunteers remove donations from the vehicles. The donations will go directly to Island Harvest Food Bank, which will help supply Thanksgiving meals to the more than 300,000 food-insecure Long Islanders through its distribution network of over 400 food pantries, soup kitchens, and other feeding programs on Long Island. Non-perishable food items needed include canned goods, cereal, pasta, rice, boxed juices, and shelfstable milk (please, no glass containers).
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“Last year’s drive collected a record-breaking 4,425 turkeys, a number that has not be reached since the Bethpage Turkey Drive started in 2008,” said Linda Armyn, President and CEO, Bethpage Federal Credit Union. “We are so thankful for our network of community support, both businesses and individuals, who continue to donate each year to help families enjoy a warm Thanksgiving meal. Bethpage is committed to doing everything we can to improve the lives of our friends and neighbors on Long Island. This event is special for us each year and more important than ever as the number of food insecure continues to grow.”
According to Feeding America’s 2022 Map the Meal Gap report for Long Island, there are approximately 221,190 people on Long Island who are food insecure, an increase of 58.3% from the 2021 estimate of 139,760 people. In 2022, the estimated number of children living with food insecurity is 44,780, a 63.4% increase from the estimated 27,580 children living with food insecurity in 2021. For its fiscal year, Island Harvest Food Bank expects to distribute a record 20 million pounds of food to people who are food insecure in Nassau and Suffolk counties, far eclipsing the volume of food it provided during the pandemic.
“Bethpage Federal Credit Union’s enduring partnership has helped make a positive difference in the lives of Long Islanders facing food insecurity,” said Randi Shubin Dresner, President & CEO of Island Harvest Food Bank. “Their support and generosity, along with that of their members and Long Island’s business community, have enabled us to provide holidaystyle meals – and hope for our neighbors in need for 16 years.”
Bethpage is once again issuing a Corporate Challenge encouraging local businesses
and organizations to donate the largest number of frozen turkeys and non-perishables and then drop off their donations on November 22. To join the challenge, Long Island businesses and organizations can sign up at https://www.bethpagefcu. com/bethpage-turkey-drivecorporate-challenge/.In its inaugural year in 2023, H2M Architects & Engineers won the challenge by donating 702 turkeys. Bethpage awarded them with an ice cream truck sent to their office for all employees to enjoy.
For those unable to make a donation on November 22, or would rather show their support online, Bethpage is accepting online monetary donations. Every gift of $35 will help support a holiday meal for your Long Island neighbors. Donations can also be made at any Bethpage branch.
Patches will be given to all Girl Scouts who make a donation. Troop leaders can make a donation on behalf of troop members and bring back patches for the entire troop.
Since the first Bethpage Turkey Drive was organized in 2008, hundreds of community volunteers have come out to assist in the collection of more
than 49,000 turkeys and over 236,000 pounds of food, which were then given to Long Island families facing hardship in time for the holidays. About 6,000 individuals receive food assistance from the Island Harvest Food Bank network each week.
Island Harvest Food Bank Island Harvest Food Bank is a leading human services organization whose mission is to end hunger and reduce food waste on Long Island. We accomplish this through innovative programs and services aimed at enhanced hunger awareness, shortterm case management, nutrition education, outreach and advocacy initiatives, a Workforce Skills Development Institute, our organic farm, and efficient food collection and distribution. Our work directly supports children, families, seniors, and veterans who turn to us in times of crisis and when needed and supports a network of 300 communitybased nonprofit organizations. Island Harvest Food Bank is a member of Feeding America®, a nationwide network of food banks leading the effort to solve hunger in the U.S. To learn more, visit www.islandharvest.org.
Volunteers gather at last year’s Bethpage Turkey Drive that collected 4,425 turkeys and non-perishable food to help provide a Thanksgiving meal to those in need.
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