[New City, NY] – Jawonio, the non-profit provider of lifespan services for people with special needs has been selected as the beneficiary of the Stop & Shop Community Bag Program in October. This will be the second year in a row that Jawonio has had the opportunity to raise funds through this program.
The Stop & Shop Community Bag Program, which launched in May 2019, is a reusable bag program that facilitates community support with the goal to make a difference in the communities where shoppers live and work.
Jawonio was selected as the October beneficiary of the program by store leadership at the Stop & Shop located in New City, NY. Jawonio will receive a $1 donation every time the $2.50 reusable Community Bag is purchased at this location in October unless otherwise directed by the customer through the Giving Tag attached to the bag.
“We are grateful to Stop and Shop as they continue to be wonderful community partners. The proceeds from the Community Bag Program will enhance our programs for children and adults with special needs as we move forward in these challenging times. “said Randi Rios-Castro, CEO.
Jawonio is a nonprofit based in New City, NY and Yonkers, NY. Founded in 1947, Jawonio is celebrating its 75th year of services and continues to be guided by their mission which is to advance the independence, well-being and equality for people with special needs. Jawonio is the 5th largest employer in Rockland with a staff of more than 900 employees serving more than 3000 individuals throughout the Lower Hudson Valley. To learn more about Jawonio, please visit www.jawonio.org
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For more information on the Stop & Shop Community Bag Program, visit stopandshop.2givelocal.com.