Upcoming Charity Events: Give Back to the Long Island Community

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Here are some charity events in February and March.

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Most Long Islanders are fortunate enough to live secure and stable lives. However we should all take time to give back to those that are less-fortunate.
 
There are a lot of opportunities to give back by taking part in different charity events that benefit both local, national and worldwide causes.
 
It isn’t very difficult to find ways to benefit your community. While many of these events are looking for volunteers to help put them together, it’s also fine to just show up and make a donation.
 
Be sure to follow the links for each event for more information.
 
Cycle for Survival
90 Northern Boulevard, Greenvale
Sunday, February 8 at 8 a.m.
All proceeds from this indoor cycling event goes toward clinical trials, research studies, and innovative initiatives led by Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
 
Winter Blood Drive
Eastern Long Island Hospital, Greenport
Thursday, February 19 8 a.m. - 5:15 p.m.
Walk-ins are welcome, give blood and receive a complimentary gift certificate
 
Michael Magro Foundation Hits the Runway
The Atrium of Jewel, Melville
Thursday, February 26 at 6 p.m.
A fashion show fundraiser to benefit various pediatric specialty practices.
 
Town of North Hempstead Polar Plunge
North Hempstead Beach Park, Port Washington
Saturday, March 7 at 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Benefits the Special Olympics
 
Bay Shore Polar Plunge
Bay Shore Marine, Bay Shore
Saturday, March 7 at 8:30 a.m.
Benefits AHRC Nassau
 
2nd Annual “Marty” Gras Cocktail Party
Crescent Beach Club, Bayville
Saturday, March 7 at 7 p.m.
Authentic Creole Buffet and top-shelf open bar will benefit the Marty Lyons Foundation
 
UCPN Polar Bear Plunge
Theodore Roosevelt Park, Roosevelt
Sunday, March 8 at 1 p.m.
Benefits the United Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau
 
Reach for the Stars
The Inn at New Hyde Park
Thursday, March 12 at 7 p.m.
This annual event will benefit various autism related charities and causes.
 
Town of Oyster Bay Polar Plunge
Tobay Beach, Massapequa
Saturday, March 21 at 11:30 a.m.
Benefits the Special Olympics
 
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