United Way of Westchester and Putnam (UWWP) awarded $130,000 to local nonprofits helping disadvantaged individuals and families recover from the crises brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic.
“”¦The nonprofit community has been working tirelessly to respond to community needs and our United Way is committed to supporting their efforts,” said United Way of Westchester and Putnam CEO Tom Gabriel.
The grants were made through the United Way of Westchester and Putnam Community Disaster Recovery Fund, a collection of different funds to provide direct disaster recovery assistance to local nonprofits affected by colossal natural and human-made disasters.
Since the start of the pandemic public health emergency, UWWP has administered more than $1.8 million in funds to nonprofits in Westchester and Putnam.
Kathy Pandekakes, CEO of Human Development Services of Westchester, said. “United Way has been an incredible partner throughout the pandemic. We appreciation this grant and all you do and continue to do for our clients.”
