Local officials are marking Women’s History Month by encouraging residents to donate essential supplies for women and children experiencing homelessness.
Debra Mule, alternate deputy minority leader of the Nassau County Legislature, and Scott M. Davis are partnering with local libraries and a recreation center to host a month-long supply drive benefitting Bethany House, a nonprofit organization that supports women and mothers with children facing homelessness.
The drive runs through March 31, with donations accepted during regular business hours at the Oceanside Library, the Freeport Memorial Library, the Baldwin Public Library and the Rockville Centre Recreation Center.
Organizers are asking donors to contribute paper goods such as paper towels, toilet paper, napkins and paper plates or cups; cleaning supplies including garbage bags, disinfectant wipes, cleaning spray and sponges; and nonperishable food items.
All donations will go to Bethany House, which operates shelters in Baldwin and Roosevelt. The organization provides a safe environment for women and mothers with children experiencing homelessness while helping them work toward stability and independence.
Through trauma-informed services, health care support and dedicated case management, Bethany House assists families in finding permanent housing and improving access to education and employment opportunities.
“Compassion drives the mission of Bethany House, where their diligent team does outstanding work to help women and children in Nassau County emerge from the greatest challenges of their lives,” Mule said. “By working with Legislature Davis and our community partners, we can honor Women’s History Month by making a real difference in the lives of local families.”
Davis echoed the sentiment, saying the drive is an opportunity for the community to support families in need.
“It is imperative to support their efforts and equip them with resources to aid Nassau County’s most vulnerable families,” he said. “I encourage everyone to give what they can.”
