MFS Connections - Issue 7 - Fall - Winter 2020

7 IN THE COMMUNITY $550,000+ Donated to Charitable Organizations More than 50% donated directly to community services. $50,000+ to support medical staff and other essential workers during COVID-19 pandemic August 11th Donation to local girl scouts for clear-shield mask initiative for the hard of hearing community. August 19th Motors & a Movie Drive-In Experience September 2nd Partnership with the 104th Pct. for the Annual Backpack Giveaway September 10th Virtual 9-11 Memorial Ceremony September 26th Drive-Thru Paper Shred Event November 11th Veterans Day Wreath Laying Ceremony Maspeth Federal recognized the tremendous effect the pandemic was having in our community. Born from that was our “Pay It Forward” and “It Takes a Community” campaigns, which awarded non-profit organizations, essential workers and small businesses with money to help them through the year. Both campaigns allowed submitters to include a message about why they felt the person, business or organization was deserving, which proved to be a heart-warming tribute to those who truly deserved it. In addition to our community grants, we partnered with local organizations to offer services, provide entertainment and conduct memorial ceremonies throughout the year.