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[Photos]Gov. Cuomo Delivers Thanksgiving Donations in Yonkers

 Gov. Andrew Cuomo stopped by the Nepperhan Community Center in Yonkers Wednesday as members of the New York National Guard delivered donations of juice and other beverages.

In addition to Yonkers, the Cuomo and the National Guard made stops at Part of the Solution (POTS) in the Bronx, the Kennedy Memorial Park Community Room in Hempstead, and Long Island Cares, Inc. in Hauppauge.

Walmart, PepsiCo. donated the drinks, while fresh direct donated boxes to help transport the beverages. In all, 2,800 drinks and 3,000 boxes were donated.

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“Thanksgiving is about gathering with family and friends and celebrating the spirit of giving with others, especially those less fortunate,” Cuomo said in statement. “Today, I was pleased to be able to lend a hand at several community centers and food pantries with my daughter Cara to deliver Thanksgiving meals to New Yorkers in need. As we continue to enjoy this holiday season, I encourage New Yorkers who can to do their part by donating or volunteering at a local food bank or soup kitchen. Together we can make the holidays a little brighter for our neighbors.”

Governor Cuomo continues to encourage New Yorkers and businesses to help meet the increased need for emergency food this holiday season by donating or volunteering at their local food pantry or church.

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Locally, residents can reach out to Food Bank For Westchester, located in Elmsford, by calling  914-923-1100. 


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