UASLE Thanksgiving Message

Good morning UASLE students, staff, and families,

As we approach a Thanksgiving holiday unlike any other, we are sending so much love out into our amazing community. We wish we could wrap you all up in a big hug, as we express love and gratitude for those around us, long for families we can't be with this year, and mourn those we have lost.

In a year where so many are facing family tragedy and economic hardship, we want to share some resources available to all in need (thank you to our amazing guidance counselor, Ms. Villavicencio, for putting this list together).

On this website families can find turkey giveaways, free dinners for families, and activities families and children can do for free: https://mommypoppins.com/new-york-city-kids/where-to-find-free-turkey-giveaways-thanksgiving-dinner-nyc

The following are agencies that are providing gift/food assistance for Christmas:

https://www.needhelppayingbills.com/html/new_york_city_free_christmas_as.html

You can find holiday drive locations here: https://www.newyorkcares.org/sites/default/files/page/NYC_HolidayDrivesandResources_2020_v01.pdf

Additionally, for those looking for opportunities to donate funds, time, or services, we recommend connecting with Mutual Aid groups in the community, such as South Brooklyn Mutual Aid (Ayuda Mutua del Sur de Brooklyn): https://southbkmutualaid.com/

We are feeling immense gratitude for our UASLE community and sending love from our family to yours.

Below are turkey/food distribution sites in the area (please call ahead to confirm):