Little Brothers – Friends of the Elderly, Walmart Foundation Celebrate $25,000 Grant for Hunger Relief Programming
JAMAICA PLAIN – On Monday, September 12th, Little Brothers – Friends of the Elderly (LBFE), Boston Chapter’s Executive Director Nikki Therrien and Board President Jay Wozniak welcomed Walmart Boston Market Manager Donna Dunn-Greenwood and Saugus Walmart Manager Brendan Quirk for the official check presentation of a $25,000 grant for hunger relief from the Wal-Mart Foundation’s State Giving Program. A Governor’s Citation was also presented on behalf of Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker and Lt. Governor Karyn Polito recognizing LBFE’s impact and devotion to serving elders in the Greater Boston community.
“We are proud to show Wal-Mart the impact their grant will have with Little Brothers and meeting the nutritional needs of elders in Greater Boston,” said Jay Wozniak, LBFE Board President. “This funding will provide critical support for the increasing needs of the growing elderly population we serve.”
“Walmart is proud to support Little Brothers – Friends of the Elderly in Boston. This terrific program helps connect generations and build a stronger community for thousands of people in the Boston area,” said Chris Buchanan, director of public affairs and state and local government relations.
LBFE’s nutritional program include an emergency food pantry for elders 70+ who find themselves without food, grocery distribution, semi-monthly luncheons and holiday meal delivery. Walmart executives were given a tour and presentation of LBFE’s facility and programs.
Elders and volunteers in Greater Boston interested in participating in LBFE programming should visit www.littlebrothersboston.org or contact boston@littlebrothers.org.
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About Little Brothers-Friends of the Elderly, Boston Chapter (LBFE – Boston)
LBFE — Boston was founded in 1979 as part of a national network of non-profit volunteer-based organizations committed to relieving isolation and loneliness among the elderly in Greater Boston. Our motto, flowers before bread, reflects our belief that living is more than a roof over our heads and food on the table, but also the presence of people who care. Staff and over 1,500 volunteers, provide companionship, support and care to over 800 elders seventy and over without the benefit of family or adequate social contacts. Priority is given to those living independently at, or below the poverty line, without charge and without regard to race, gender, creed, nationality, or sexual orientation. LBFE – Boston is a 501(c)(3) operating solely with the support of individual donors, volunteers and foundation or corporate assistance. For more information, visit www.littlebrothersboston.org.
About The Walmart Foundation’s State Giving Program
The Walmart Foundation’s State Giving Program plays an essential role in the Foundation’s mission to create opportunities so people can live better. The Program provides grants to 501(c)(3) organizations ranging from $25,000 to $200,000, depending on the type of program.