Glen Cove Students Recognized for Creating Food Pantry

Members of Robert M. Finley Middle School’s Kiwanis Builders Club, Student Council and National Junior Honor Society were recognized by the Kiwanis Club for their efforts in creating and maintaining the school’s food pantry.

The food pantry, which opened in April 2016, provides assistance to Glen Cove families in need. Kathy Levinson, Lt. Governor of Long Island North Division of Kiwanis, recognized the students after learning of their efforts from past Lt. Governor Phyllis Burnett.

“I was really moved by what I heard because it takes a lot to realize that other people are suffering and needing something especially when you are as busy as you are,” Lt. Governor Levinson said to the students.

“You all realized that you had friends at school who maybe weren’t eating over the weekend, who maybe were hungry and you did something about it. I think it’s tremendously kind and on behalf of Kiwanis, we really appreciate your hearts and your kindness, you are really doing a wonderful thing.”

Finley’s food pantry is open on Fridays from 3-5 p.m. They are currently seeking donations of personal care items, such as toothbrushes, shampoo and feminine products. They are also in need of pasta, sauces, tuna fish, hot and cold cereal, snack items and other nonperishable foods. To make a donation or for more information, call (516) 801-7605.

Story by Syntax, Photo courtesy of the Glen Cove City School District: Members of Finley Middle School’s Kiwanis Builders Club, Student Council and National Junior Honor Society are pictured with Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum, Instruction and Technology Dr. Michael Israel (back row), past Lt. Governor of Long Island North Division of Kiwanis Phyllis Burnett (front row, left), Lt. Governor of Long Island North Division of Kiwanis Kathy Levinson and Finley’s Kiwanis Builders Club adviser Kirsten Kenney (front row, right).