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Jake’s 58 raises more than $11K for National Kidney Foundation

Phil Boyle, CEO and president of Jake’s 58 Casino Hotel, presented a check worth more than $11,000 to the National Kidney Foundation. Generated through Jake’s 58’s “Donate Your Change” program, the effort supports the organization’s mission to prevent kidney disease, improve the lives of patients through education and advocacy, and fund critical research to save lives.

Boyle was joined by National Kidney Foundation representatives, from left: Saskia Thomson, executive director, Greater New York; Meghan Burns, senior director, development and communications; and Tracey Beach, senior development manager, senior events.

 

Rallye donates funds for food to People Loving People, LI Cares

Rallye Motors has provided People Loving People – a nonprofit that operates food pantries in Manhasset, Westbury and Oyster Bay – with $6,700 worth of food for its in-need visitors. The money was given to Long Island Cares to purchase the food for the pantries.

“We serve more than 550 families through our three pantries. We are deeply grateful to Rallye and Long Island Cares; your partnership makes this work not only possible, but sustainable. Because of your generosity, families are not just fed – they are seen, cared for, and loved. Thank you for standing with us and helping make a lasting difference in our community,” Adriana Kennedy, executive director of People Loving People, said in a written statement.

 

People’s Arc of Suffolk hosts NYS OPWDD commissioner

People’s Arc of Suffolk welcomed Willow Baer, commissioner of the New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD), for a hands-on visit showcasing the organization’s mission in action and centered the voices of the people it supports.

The morning began with an interactive karate class, where Commissioner Baer and her staff joined participants from the People’s Arc of Suffolk Day Habilitation program on the mat, an experience that underscored inclusion, engagement and mutual respect.

A tour of the People’s Arc main building was led by self-advocates Caleb and Veronica, who shared their personal experiences on how People’s Arc programs support independence, confidence and community connection.

 

Maple Family Centers distributes more than $1.05M to veterans

Joined by more than a dozen veterans, the LaSpina family, (pictured) proprietors of Maple Family Centers, presented a ceremonial check for more than $1 million to Bowlers to Veterans Link (BVL). Maple recently passed the $1 million mark in fundraising for BVL, a national charity that funds local therapeutic recreational programs for veterans.

Maple Family Centers also presented a $50,000 donation check to Honor Flight Long Island, which brings local veterans to Washington D.C. to view the monuments and to join a celebration in their honor.