As 2021 comes to an end, we reflect on the incredible impact we have made this year...together. Every day, we witness our neighbors in need continue to feel the devastating financial and emotional effects of the pandemic. This holiday season and beyond, thousands of our community members will rely on our services to put food on the table and keep the lights on. Luckily, we are able to provide support and a helping hand, thanks to donors like you.
However you chose to get involved this year — whether it was participating in the 18th Annual Polar Bear Plunge, donating a gift for a child in need, volunteering in the Food Pantry, or making a monetary donation, we thank you for supporting our mission and our community.
Please enjoy our final newsletter of 2021!
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Left: Rotary Interact packing holiday food boxes
Right: Cassio & Francisco preparing for distribution
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This month, we have already had 389 visits to the Food Fantry. In addition to a fresh bag of produce and non-perishable food items, our customers received holiday meal boxes and a frozen turkey. With 2 food distributions left in 2021, will you help us ensure our neighbors have food for their families this holiday season? Your gift today will go directly to purchase food for our customers who may not otherwise be able to afford a holiday meal or food for their children over the school vacation.
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Thank you to our Food Pantry helpers this month:
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Rotary Club, Rotary Interact and Rotary Early Act donated and packed 200 holiday meal boxes
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Stony Brook Hospital donated 250 turkeys
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Kiwanis Club donated 40 holiday meal boxes, winter soup, and toiletries
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The Avenues School held a successful food drive
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Golden Pear donated homemade soup and baked goods
Want to get involved in the New Year? Sign up here to join our team of dedicated volunteers and make a difference in your community!
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Last week, our 29th Annual Holiday Star Program successfully distributed new gifts to 141 families and 452 children in need. Every child received 2 toys, stocking stuffers, books, games, pajamas and/or hats and gloves. A special thank you to the First Presbyterian Church of Southampton for hosting this incredible week of joy!
Thank you to all of the generous businesses and churches involved: 27 Hampton Salon, Dormition of the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church of the Hamptons, First Presbyterian Church, Fowler’s Garden Center, Hildreth’s Home Goods, James R. McLauchlen Real Estate, La Carezza, LoveShackFancy (Southampton & Sag Harbor), Our Lady of Poland, Pellegrino’s Pizza Bar and Restaurant, People’s United Bank, Rogers Memorial Library, Schmidt’s Market, Soul Cycle Water Mill, Southampton Town Police, Southrifty, St. John’s Episcopal Church, Stevenson's Toys, Stony Brook Hospital, The Avenues School, The Basilica Parish of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary, The Children’s School, The Wharf Shop.
Thank you to Laura Weinbrecht, the East Quogue Elementary School and Pajama Project for donating pajamas, and to the Rotary Club, J McLaughlin & Elaia Estiatorio Restaurant for hosting coat drives.
To support this service...
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THANK YOU, MICHAEL & BILL! |
After 7 years of service, Michael Sendlenski (left) and Bill Sickles (right) are retiring from our Board of Directors. We thank them for their incredible dedication and guidance over the past few years. Heart of the Hamptons is where it is today thanks to Michael, Bill and all of our selfless Board of Directors who support our mission. We thank you!
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A special thank you to Avenues School students for collecting and donating 6 large boxes of food and over 175 toys! |
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PARTNERS
Thank you to these local businesses and organizations
who help make our work possible:
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- AFTEE
- Alternatives for Children
- ARF Hamptons
- Basilica Parish of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary
- Catena's
- First Presbyterian Church
- Hamptons United
- Hamptons United Methodist Church
- HAPCO Farms/Fresh from the Start
- Hometown Taxi
- Island Harvest
- Jones and Little
- Kiwanis Club
- Long Island Cares
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- Mayor Jesse Warren and the Village Board of Trustees
- North Sea Farms
- Organización Latino-Americana
- Peconic Prime Meats
- Pro Bono Partnership
- Sabrosa Mexican Grill
- Sip 'n Soda
- Southampton Historical Museum
- Supervisor Jay Schneiderman and the Southampton Town Board
- Spanish Apostolate
- Tate's
- Twin Forks Fuel
- Wellness Foundation
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Thank you for your incredible support! |
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1. What is the best way to help?
Monetary donations directly help us to feed our neighbors in need. Donate here!
2. Are you accepting food or clothing donations?
We are always in need of food donations. Currently, we are only accepting winter clothing, sweaters, sweatshirts, socks, gloves and hats. The drop-off times are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10AM-2PM. Please call our office upon arrival (631-283-6415).
3. Do you need volunteers?
Yes! Please sign up on our website here.
4. How does one register for the food pantry?
One can register ahead by calling our office (631-283-6415) to speak with our bilingual staff. New customers are welcome to visit during food pantry hours- Wednesdays and Fridays from 10AM-12PM. Upon arrival, they will be asked to fill out a registration form and provide valid identification. This form is used solely for reporting numbers to the food bank so we receive enough food to feed our customers.
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From our HOH family to yours, we wish you Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year! See you in 2022!
Warmest regards,
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