Pro Action of Steuben and Yates Incorporated is one of 17 agencies statewide that will benefit from the state’s annual donation drive to benefit families in need across the state.
Donations of new unwrapped toys, new or gently used coats, and new school supplies were collected to assist community-based organizations during the holiday giving season.
“I am grateful for the generosity of so many New Yorkers who made donations this year to help families in need this holiday season,” Governor Kathy Hochul said on Monday. “With the holidays fast approaching, we are working hard to ensure these meaningful gifts make it to families across the state, as well as spreading happiness and joy to those in need.”
Through drop-off locations set up by the Office of General Services, shipped donations received at the Empire State Plaza, and other outlets, 6,200 donations were made and are being distributed to families in underserved communities throughout New York State. This year, 2,600 toys were donated through drop boxes, and the Compassion Coalition, a non-profit based in Utica that focuses on community-based giving and meeting needs as they arise, donated 2,119 toys and 172 new coats. In partnership with community organizations, 18 holiday events were hosted across the state’s 10 official regions to distribute the donations.
The following is a breakdown of total donations received by category:
Capital Region
- United Way of the Greater Capital Region
- Sheridan Hollow – Affordable Housing Partnership
- Grassroot Givers
- Second Chance for Adults
Mohawk Valley
- Integrated Community Alternatives Network
North Country
- Toys for Tots
Southern Tier
- Pro Action of Steuben and Yates Inc.
- Broome County Urban League
Long Island
- MLK Center
Western NY
- Chautauqua County Rural Ministry
Finger Lakes
- Center for Youth
Hudson Valley
- American Christmas
Central NY
- The Spanish Action League of Onondaga County (La Liga)
New York City
- Project Hospitality, Staten Island
- AM Latrice Walker, Brooklyn
- New Settlement Community Center, Bronx
- New Jerusalem Worship Center, Queens
- Henry Street Settlement, Manhattan
Office of General Services Commissioner Jeanette Moy said, “Every holiday season, OGS is proud to support New York State’s Holiday, Toy, Coat, and School Supply Drive. I join Governor Hochul in thanking everyone who made these heartfelt donations to their fellow New Yorkers, that are making spirits bright across the state.”
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