UNION CARPENTERS AND CONTRACTORS, ELECTED OFFICIALS PROVIDE TURKEYS FOR FAMILIES IN NEW YORK CITY THIS THANKSGIVING
Together with Catholic Charities and Elected Leaders From Queens, Bronx, Brooklyn, and Manhattan, Union Carpenters and Contractors Donated $75,000 Worth of Turkeys Across New York
New York, NY – The New York City & Vicinity District Council of Carpenters and the Carpenter Contractor Alliance of Metropolitan New York are making Thanksgiving brighter by delivering warm meals and turkeys to families in need throughout New York City. Union carpenters and contractors gave back to communities in partnership with elected leaders from Queens, Bronx, Brooklyn, and Manhattan.
The union participated in 18 events throughout New York City. Overall, they distributed 2,500 turkeys totaling more than $75,000 donated this Thanksgiving.
In Queens, union carpenters worked with Queens Borough President Donovan Richards at the NYCHA Queensbridge Houses. They continued their volunteer efforts at the American Legion Post 483 with the help of Council Member Selvena Brooks-Powers. On November 19th they hosted three events across Queens in partnership with Council Member Nantasha Williams, Council Member Francisco Moya and Council Member Julie Won. The final event was put on with the help of Senator Jessica Ramos IS 145Q in Jackson Heights.
In the Bronx, they worked with Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson, Senator Jamaal T. Bailey, and Council Member Kevin Riley in Co-Op City thanks to the sponsorship of Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie. They continued their volunteer efforts in Bronx House 990 with the help of Council Member Marjorie Velazquez. Finally, they worked with Assembly Member Karines Reyes at West Farms Square on November 22nd to round out their efforts in the Bronx.
In Brooklyn, they kicked off with with a drop-off even in partnership with Council Member Sandy Nurse. They continued their volunteer efforts with an event on November 22nd with the help of Senator Zellnor Myrie and Latrice Walker in Brownsville and finished alongside Council Member Crystal Hudson on November 16th at NYCHA Houses across Brooklyn.
In Manhattan, they worked alongside Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine and Assembly Member Manny De Los Santos in Washington Heights. They continued their volunteer efforts in NYCHA Straus House Tenant Association in the flat iron district with the help of Council Member Carlina Rivera.
“Every year it makes me so proud to see our members show out in numbers to help the members of our community in need around the holidays,” stated New York City District Council of Carpenters Executive Secretary-Treasurer Joseph Geiger. “We are grateful to be able to do our part to give back alongside our elected leaders. The holiday season is a joyful time but can also be a source of stress for many, and we are happy to be able to provide some relief to those members of our community who are struggling.”
“The Thanksgiving meal is a time-honored tradition for all of us as Americans, as we gather with our loved ones and give thanks for the blessings in our lives. But with food insecurity still a very real threat in our borough, far too many families face the prospect of not being able to put that meal on the table this holiday season,” said Queens Borough President Donovan Richards Jr. “I’m deeply grateful to the Carpenter Contractor Alliance of Metropolitan New York, who donated 100 of the 500 turkeys my office distributed to needy families around Thanksgiving. Despite all we’ve been through, Queens has much to be thankful for, and all our families deserve to be able to fully take part in this wonderful holiday.” said Queens Borough President Donovan Richards.
“I would like to thank the New York City and Vicinity District Council of Carpenters for their continued efforts to serve our communities across Manhattan. With their support, our office was able to provide families in need with a nourishing Thanksgiving dinner. We are proud to join forces and hope to continue this partnership to give back and serve in the communities we work in day in and day out,” said Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine.
“I would like to thank the New York City and Vicinity District Council of Carpenters for supporting the residents of the Bronx this Thanksgiving. It is inspiring to see members of our community giving back to their neighbors in need,” said Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson.
“I am honored to have partnered with the carpenters union for this holiday food drive and play a role in making people’s holiday just a little bit better. Giving back is what Thanksgiving is all about, so I’m honored to be a part of this great work,” said Senator Jamaal T. Bailey.
“I am thankful to have been able to provide some relief to the families that came out to our Thanksgiving Drive this year. Thank you to the union carpenters and contractors for their dedication to giving back to their neighbors in Queens,” said Senator Jessica Ramos.
“It was an honor to partner with the New York City and Vicinity District Council of Carpenters to help members of our community put food on their table this Thanksgiving. When we stand together and support one another, we can secure a brighter future for all of Brooklyn,” said Senator Zellnor Myrie.
“It is essential to give back to your community,” said Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie. “During the holiday season, a time known for bringing families together, it is even more tantamount. Every family deserves to have a warm meal on the table, and I am grateful to have an opportunity to play a role in making that a reality. I would like to thank Union Carpenters and Contractors for their consistent support here in the Bronx community.”
“Supporting neighbors builds community and makes New York strong. I thank the union carpenters and contractors who partnered with my office and local leaders to deliver warm meals to families for Thanksgiving. The holiday season is an important time to spread joy and engage in meaningful volunteer work,” said Council Member Carlina Rivera (D-02).
“The Carpenters union steps up each and every year with these Thanksgiving drives and I am grateful for their partnership in ensuring that all the families in my community have a warm meal. Partnerships like this are essential for my community,” said Council Member Francisco Moya.
“I’m so grateful to the members of the District Council of Carpenters for their dedication to serving our City. It brought me so much joy to support our shared Brooklyn community alongside them this Thanksgiving by distributing 100 turkeys to our neighbors at Farragut Houses, Whitman Houses, Lafayette Gardens, and Atlantic Terminal,” said Council Member Crystal Hudson.
Union Carpenters working alongside Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine to bring turkeys to families.
State Senator Jamaal T. Bailey, Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson, and Council Member Kevin Riley work alongside union carpenters and NYCDCC Vice President Dave Caraballoso. Staff members working with Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Assemblyman Michael Benedetto also joined.
Council Member Francisco Moya joins union carpenters to give back to Queens families.
Queens Borough President Donovan Richards delivers turkeys alongside union carpenters.
Union carpenters at their event with Senator Zellnor Myrie and Assembly Member Latrice Walker.
Union carpenters delivering turkeys at their event with Council Member Crystal Hudson.
NYCDCC Vice President Paul Capurso works alongside Catholic Charities to bring turkeys to Brooklyn families.
Union carpenters supporting families in the Bronx.
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About NYCDCC
The New York City District Council of Carpenters is a representative body comprised of nine individual Locals and 22,000 union members. The District Council functions as the voice for thousands of New York City’s most dedicated and skilled Carpenters, Millwrights, Dockbuilders, Marine Divers, Core Drillers, Timbermen, Concrete Carpenters, Cabinetmakers, Floorcoverers and Industrial Workers.
