The Gramercy Park Community Cares
GPBA "Neighbors Helping Neighbors"
Community Service Projects
Police Foundation Peter Figoski Scholarship Fund
On Monday, 12/12, Police Officer Peter Figoski gave his life for this city. To express appreciation for Officer Figoski, the NYC Police Foundation has launched a scholarship fund for this single father's four daughters: Christine 20, Caitlyn 18, Carolyn 16, and Corrine 14.
Tax-deductible donations can be made by mailing checks to: Police Foundation Peter Figoski Scholarship Fund, 555 5th Ave., 15th fl, New York, NY 10017, or with a credit or debit card by clicking here. Be sure to select "Peter Figoski Scholarship Fund" under designation.
GPBA "Neighbors Helping Neighbors" Children's Holiday Book Drive
When: Wed., 12/14 until Fri., 12/16
Where: Drop off at 34 Gramercy Park East (GPE) for A. Harrison.
What: Unwrapped children's books (new condition), ages 2-12
For whom: Children at the NY Foundling Hospital, Beth Israel Medical Center pediatric ward
GPBA/Paddy Maguire Ale House Holiday Toy Drive
When: Sun., 12/18, 5-8pm
Where: 237 Third Ave. (at 20th St.)
What: New, unwrapped toys, or drop off at 34 GPE for A. Harrison
For whom: Five local charities
Federation of Protestant Welfare Agencies Toy and Gift Drive
When: Wed., 12/14 until Sun., 12/18
Where: Drop off - 34 GPE for A. Harrison
What: New unwrapped toys, books and clothing
For whom: Needy toddlers, youth and teens
Town & Village Newspaper Toy Drive
When: Wed., 12/14 until Sun., 12/18
Where: 34 GPE for A. Harrison
What: New unwrapped toys, clothing, books
For whom: Young patients at Beth Israel Medical Center
The 13th Precinct's "New York Cares" Annual Coat Drive
When: Wed., 12/14 until Sat., 12/31
Where: 13th Precinct - 230 E. 21st St.
What: Adult and children's coats (gently used, freshly laundered).
For whom: Homeless shelters, families in need.
"Adopt a Family for Christmas" - Project of Epiphany Church Social Action Committee
When: Drop off Mon., 12/19, 3-7pm
Where: Epiphany School, 234 E. 22nd St. (at Second Ave.)
Contact: Virginia Urban - virginiaurban@yahoo.com or 212-260-7704
Let us know if you're "adopting" - arlenesharrison@yahoo.com
For whom: Homeless women and children, supportive housing for formerly homeless, family violence prevention program, family health services and an East Harlem "poor parish".
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