Potsdam Snack Pack Program News Today

When people contribute money to the United Way, they’re not merely helping one organization — they’re benefiting about two dozen of them.

WATERTOWN — The United Way of Northern New York is asking for donations to finish up its end-of-year campaign to help fund other nonprofit organizations in the north country.

WATERTOWN — The United Way of Northern New York on Friday held an event in support of the 24 nonprofit agencies it is supporting in 2023.

POTSDAM — The Potsdam Kiwanis Club officially dissolved on Friday and recently gave out its final donations to six local organizations and set up a scholarship at Potsdam High School.

Thursday, April 1, 2021 - 6:07 pm POTSDAM – The Potsdam Snack Pack Program received a $1,250 donation from the Stewart’s Shops Holiday Match Program. “We are extremely grateful for the ongoing support of Stewart’s Shops and their commitment to address food insecurity in our community. As several of the snack pack items have increased in cost this year, every dollar donated will help us fill the snack packs at the same level.” As an all-volunteer organization, the ...

Thursday, January 28, 2021 - 8:50 am POTSDAM – The Potsdam Snack Pack Program recently received a $3,000 grant from the United Way of Northern New York. The funds will be used to purchase food items for more than 300 local students enrolled in the program. Program coordinator Laurell Brault said the grant from United Way “is a big deal and shows that more organizations are recognizing the value of the program. We are excited to partner with United Way because they are c...

A good Samaritan helped feed those who need it most, our children. A member of the Snack Pack Program, that helps feed school children, was picking up food at BJs Warehouse in Massena, when a man asked what all the food was for. "I told him it was for the Potsdam Central School District students enrolled in the snack pack program. To my surprise, he told the cashier Ill pay the bill and proceeded to give $400 for the groceries," the group shared on Facebook. "What a blessing. So many people car...

A good Samaritan helped feed those who need it most, our children. A member of the Snack Pack Program, that helps feed school children, was picking up food at BJs Warehouse in Massena, when a man asked what all the food was for. "I told him it was for the Potsdam Central School District students enrolled in the snack pack program. To my surprise, he told the cashier Ill pay the bill and proceeded to give $400 for the groceries," the group shared on Facebook. "What a blessing. So many people car...