SERVICE PROJECTS |
The Locust Valley Rotary has initiated a monthly program to enable its members to give of their time. Each month one night will be dedicated to a Service Project. During this night each month, a different charity or organization will be visited/assisted for approximately two to four hours. Participation is not mandatory, however for those that would like more fellowship, have trouble making it to day time lunches or events, or enjoy helping others, this is a terrific and rewarding experience. In January a group of twelve visited the Ronald McDonald house and cooked dinners for the families whose children were undergoing hospital treatment. In February six nights were spent (two persons per evening) assisting with dinner and after dinner activities at the North Shore Homeless Shelter. On Saturday, March 24, 2001, volunteer Rotarians were assisting The Grenville Baker Boys and Girls Club. The project was stuffing approximately 2000 goodie bags for the Boys and Girls club upcoming conference in Manhattan. (See pictures) The service project for April was run in conjunction with the March of Dimes walk/volunteer day on Sunday, April 23, 2001. Mike Coco is our liaison with the Glen Cove Walk and he is the coordinator of the volunteers, assisting with registration and the final check point. Our club has assisted in this endeavor for many years. This year in addition, members of our club were walking the 3 mile route with the interact club who also participates each year. On May 24, 2001, Volunteers were at the Jones Manor for a sing-a-long/dessert party. Approximately 45 residents joined us. Dean M. helped us out in the music department. On Marh 13, 2002 Volunteers from our club cooked dinner for the disabled children at St Christopher |
Susan Ackerman |
2003-2004 Mill Neck Manor (Apple Fest) Ronald McDononald House Momma's House Island Harvest St Christopher Ottillie Animal Shelter North Shore Homeless Center Grenville Baker Boys and Girls Club Long Island Children's Museum Food Drive 1st Meeting of every month |
