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$100K grant aids Island Harvest’s mission on L.I. Initiative, a year-long effort designed to bolster food banks and social service organizaWhile the surge of generosi- tions through a multifaceted ty that marks the holiday sea- approach. The initiative also son fades once the decorations reflects the foundation’s comc o m e d ow n , t h e mitment to affordneed facing food ability and commubanks and families nity well-being, struggling to make while reinforcing ends meet continthe volunteer ues year-round — a efforts of employreality prompting ees at PSEG Long renewed investment Island. from organizations Island Harvest seeking to sustain Food Bank is a leadthat support well ing hunger-relief beyond winter. organization with a Addressing that mission to end hunneed, last month, ger and reduce food PSEG Foundation, a waste on Long nonprofit supported Island. The organiand funded by zation boasts food PSEG, announced and product collec$1.5 million in tion and distribugrants to more than tion systems, hun25 community orgager awareness and nizations that proeducation provide critical assis- CAlViN lEDfoRD JR. grams, a Workforce tance to households President, Skills Development facing economic Institute, as well as PSEG Foundation hardship, including targeted services a $100,000 award to for specific populaIsland Harvest, a longtime com- tions, outreach activities, and munity partner of PSEG Long advocacy initiatives. Its work Island, a major electricity pro- supports a wide network of vider for the region. community-based nonprofits, The funding is part of the as well as individuals, families, foundation’s Community Relief Continued on page 5
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Ringin’ in the ‘Noon’ Year! East Meadow children and families celebrated New Year’s Eve a day — and a few hours early — counting down to noon instead of midnight. The event seeks to provide youngsters with a family-friendly way to soak up New Year’s fun while looking ahead to 2026. Above, Ariya Sam, 7, and Jayce Sam, 5, completed New Year’s crafts. Right, Lucas Qu, 4, showed off fun tattoos and a traditional party hat. Story, more photos, Page 3.
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