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Boys & Girls Clubs of Northern Westchester Host 27th Annual Holiday Sharing Drive

Mt. Kisco, NY, December 12, 2007 — The Boys & Girls Clubs of Northern Westchester recently hosted the Junior League of Northern Westchester's 27th annual Holiday Sharing Drive, a program designed to provide individuals and families in need with holiday food and gifts. Last year over 300 families received gifts through the Drive.

"We are delighted to be a part of the Junior League's Holiday Sharing Drive," said Brian Skanes, executive director, Boys & Girls Clubs of Northern Westchester. "This worthwhile program touches the lives of so many in our community. It truly evokes the spirit of the season and what both organizations represent."

The Holiday Sharing Drive matches donors with local families in need of assistance, including those suffering from domestic violence, physical and mental disabilities, homelessness, substance abuse, unemployment, terminal illness, and those in other situations of hardship. Some needs are as basic as warm winter clothing, bedding, formula, diapers, and toys for children who would otherwise go without. Organizations who have donated this year include Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, West Orchard Elementary School, John Jay Middle School, Congregation Shir Ami, and Brownie & Girl Scout Troops.

"We have been very fortunate to have the Boys & Girls Clubs of Northern Westchester as a community partner for the past years," said Becki Fleischer, president, Junior League of Northern Westchester. "The Club recognized the importance of the Holiday Sharing Drive, and offered their support without hesitation."

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Northern Westchester is located at 351 Main Street, Mount Kisco, NY and can be reached at (914) 666-8069 or visit www.bgcnw.com.

About the Boys & Girls Clubs of Northern Westchester

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Northern Westchester was established in 1939 as a place for "boys to get off the streets." It is a non-profit organization dedicated to the service of all youth with a primary focus on children with special needs. The main unit in Mt. Kisco, NY is a 36,000 square-foot facility featuring an 8-lane pool, Child Care Center, gymnasium, games room, two computer labs and an additional 1,600-foot Teen Center facility. The Club has two satellite programs: a youth and teen center in the Yorktown Community Center; and a full service program at The Community Opportunity Center in Tarrytown, NY. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Northern Westchester serves more than 6,000 members, boys and girls ages 6 months to 18 years, from more than 60 Northern Westchester communities. The Club has been ranked among the outstanding Clubs in the national network of Boys & Girls Clubs of America.

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Northern Westchester
351 Main Street, Mt. Kisco, New York 10549 (914) 666-8069