food drive for senior citizens

At the Long Island Fencers’ Club, we believe in the power of community and the importance of lending a helping hand. Our “Let the Sunshine” volunteer initiative, including our ongoing Food Drives and local cleanup efforts, thrives because of the compassion and generosity of people like you.

To everyone who has freely given, whether it’s a can of food, nonperishable groceries, toiletries, or your time, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude. Your willingness to support those in need, especially our senior citizens, truly makes a difference. Each donation is more than just an item; it is a ray of hope and a reminder that kindness still shines brightly in our world.

We are genuinely impressed with our students, families, and supporters for the donations and the spirit of giving you have shown. Thank you for stepping forward, for caring, and for inspiring others to join in making our community a better place. Your actions embody what it means to be a “Beacon of Light,” and we are proud to stand with you as we continue to “Let the Sunshine.”

Together, with each thoughtful contribution and act of service, we illuminate the path to a brighter future for everyone. Thank you for your generosity, your heart, and your commitment to helping those who need it most.

With gratitude,

The Long Island Fencers’ Club

Long Island Fencers' Club Holiday Food Drive Challenge, USA Fencing, Long Island Cares, Harry Chapin

LONG ISLAND CARES - sos

The Long Island Fencers' Club has selected Long Island Cares Inc., Supporting our Seniors, as our primary donation site for our Senior Citizens Food Drive.

Long Island Cares Mission: To bring together all available resources for the benefit of the hungry and food insecure on Long Island and, to the best of our ability, provide for the humanitarian needs of our community. Our goals are to improve food security for families, sponsor programs that help families achieve self-sufficiency, and educate the public about the root causes and consequences of hunger on Long Island.

Long Island Cares Supporting Our Seniors S.O.S. operates a Mobile Pantry. A cornerstone of our efforts is our Supporting Our Seniors S.O.S. Mobile Pantry. We provide monthly distribution of emergency food to senior community centers across Long Island. These packages are designed to supplement their home pantries and monthly shopping lists, offering essential sustenance when they need it the most.

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let the sunshine - food drive AMBASSADORs

Long Island Fencers' Club, Let the Sunshine Food Drive Ambassador Dylan Wong, USA Fencing

The Long Island Fencers’ Club is pleased to announce the selection of Dylan Wong as a “Let the Sunshine Food Drive Ambassador” of our Food Drive Challenge Initiative. Ambassador Wong is responsible for developing a strategic plan to help feed Long Island families in western Suffolk County, New York, recruiting and directing volunteers, and coordinating food drives with local businesses and educational institutions.

Acceptable donations include canned goods, nonperishable food items, and/or bathroom toiletries, including hotel sizes.

Dylan’s other accomplishments include:

Institute of Creative Problem Solving for Gifted and Talented Students, SUNY Old Westbury, 9th grade.

Institute of Creative Problem Solving for Gifted and Talented Students, SUNY Old Westbury Research & Technology Program 10th grade.

Huntington Blue Devil Chamber Orchestra and Competitive Marching Band.

Huntington High School Science and English Honor Society.

Huntington High School Robotics Team, Key Club, and Stage Crew.

Dylan volunteers with the Friends of the Oyster Bay beach cleanup events and prepping the water testing bottles. Dylan also enjoys playing tennis and chess.

Long Island Fencers' Club, Let the
Sunshine Food Drive Ambassador Isabella Calderon, USA Fencing

The Long Island Fencers’ Club is pleased to announce the selection of Isabella Calderon as a “Let the Sunshine - Food Drive Ambassador” of our Food Drive Challenge Initiative. Ambassador Calderon is responsible for developing a strategic plan to help feed Long Island families in northeastern Suffolk County, New York, recruiting and directing volunteers, and coordinating food drives with local businesses and educational institutions.

Acceptable donations include canned goods, nonperishable food items, and/or bathroom toiletries, including hotel sizes.

Isabella is a bilingual (Fluent in Spanish), motivated, and responsible high school student with a track record of academic excellence. Isabella's Academic Achievements and Honors included the following: Newfield High School Music Varsity Award 1st Level NYSPHSAA Scholar, Athlete Award, Varsity Athlete Award for Fencing, Girls Varsity Fencing Team, member of Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society, Thespian Honor Society, and Class Secretary (2021-current)

Isabella Calderon is a Girl Scout Volunteer (2016 - present) having participated in over 100+ community service events. Isabella Calderon additional served as a Religion Teacher

Assistant with the Church of the Resurrection in Farmingdale, New York (2022 - 2023).

Long Island Fencers' Club, Let The Sunshine Food Drive Ambassador Liliana McEvoy, USA Fencing

The Long Island Fencers’ Club is pleased to announce Liliana McEvoy's selection as a “Let the Sunshine Food Drive Ambassador” of our Food Drive Challenge Initiative. Ambassador McEvoy is responsible for developing a strategic plan to help feed Long Island families in Nassau County, New York, recruiting and directing volunteers, and coordinating food drives with local businesses and educational institutions.

Acceptable donations include canned goods, nonperishable food items, and/or bathroom toiletries, including hotel sizes.

Ambassador Liliana McEvoy enjoys competitive athletics and is a member of the Oyster Bay Middle/High School Fencing, Sailing, and Soccer Teams. Academically, Liliana is a standout student and member of the National Junior Honor Society and Mathletes Club.

Ambassador Liliana McEvoy prides herself on being a fast learner, detail-oriented, creative, innovative, organized, and efficient. Her civic contributions include environmental beautification with the Friends of the Bay, Oyster Bay, New York, and the Long Island Fencers’ Club Senior Citizen Food Drives.