MEDFORD, N.Y.–Amidst the coronavirus pandemic, Suffolk Federal has stepped up to the plate to support healthcare workers and staff on the front lines of the pandemic as well as local businesses supporting their efforts in Port Jefferson.
The credit union presented a check of $7,500 to the Greater Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce, which will benefit local “Healthcare Heroes” at both St. Charles and Mather Hospitals. The donation will support healthcare and staff members by providing them with delicious and nutritious meals while lending a much needed economic boost to local restaurants in the community of Suffolk Federal’s Port Jefferson branch, the credit union said.
“Suffolk Federal recognizes that hospital staff members have continued to endure long hours away from their families to help us fight this disease and move toward ending this crisis,” said President and CEO Ralph D. Spencer. “This donation is a token to show how much we value our ‘Healthcare Heroes’ and how much we appreciate those local restaurants who are stepping up to support them to ensure that they are properly nourished with a quality meal on an ongoing basis.”
As many restaurants will continue to remain closed except for curbside pick-up and delivery, the donation serves as a stimulant to the local economy.
“In these difficult times, it is truly a blessing to be part of our Port Jefferson community where the support is overwhelming,” said Port Jefferson Mayor Margot J. Garant. “We thank our partners at Suffolk Federal for helping keep our merchants' doors open and our front-line workers at St. Charlesand Mather Hospitals fed and feeling the love and thanks of our community.”
At right, from left, top row: Rich Klefsky, Micah Schlendorf, John Urbinati. Bottom row: Port Jefferson Village Mayor Margot Garant; John Perkins, Ralph Spencer, Mary Joy Pipe, Roger Rutherford, and Vincent Seiter.