Nassau County Legislature Deputy Minority Leader Arnold W. Drucker (D - Plainview) on Thursday, Jan. 23 presented a $50,000 grant to the leaders of the Social Ministry at St. Edward the Confessor Church in Syosset in support of their hunger-fighting initiatives and community outreach. The Legislature voted unanimously on Monday, Dec. 13 in favor of releasing American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding in support of the 501 (c)3 not-for-profit organization.
“Grassroots efforts, like those powered by the dedicated and compassionate volunteers at St. Edward’s social ministry, are instrumental components of our efforts to combat food insecurity and ensure no Nassau County family goes hungry,” Deputy Minority Leader Drucker said. “It was extremely gratifying to be able to lend my support in this worthy endeavor, and I have every confidence that they will put these ARPA funds to good use. I applaud the St. Edward’s social ministry for their continued philanthropic service to the greater Syosset community.”
“On behalf of the St. Edward Confessor Church’s Parish Social Ministry, we extend our sincere gratitude to Legislator Arnold Drucker for his effort to award us with a generous grant of $50,000,” Donna Zaino, the Parish’s Social Ministry Coordinator, said. “This funding will significantly impact our ability to provide food, basic items of daily living and make a real difference to the people we serve in our community. We deeply appreciate your trust and support in our mission.”