THANKSGIVING ANGELS

Last week Ralph Cianflone made the pitch to the Club on behalf of Thanksgiving Angels, a collaboration of Pittsfield Food Pantries and Faith Communities to provide Turkeys and Fixings to local families.  Last year, there were 1,385 families (a total of 5,001 individuals) who benefited from this program.  Once again this year, Ralph Cianflone and Marsh Raser are kicking off a drive to help support the Thanksgiving Angels with a $500 contribution and they hope that Rotary members as individuals will support the cause.  Checks may be made out directly to South Congregational Church [in the memo section please note "Turkey Distribution"].   Cash or check donations may also be made through our Club.  Our contributions last year made a huge impact, providing food for families in need at this special time of year. The Rotary Club of Pittsfield through Benevolence and individual member contributions raised $3,770 last year, but as our food pantry guests emphasized when they visited last week, the need has increased this year.  Ralph and Marsh have set a goal of raising $5,000 this year. Please consider making a donation.