Rozic: “In time for the holiday season, $25,000 in new state funding will help Queens families in need”
Assemblywoman Nily Rozic announced $25,000 in new funding for Tomchei Shabbos of Queens, to support their kosher meal delivery program that provides meals to low-income families, single-parent households, and older adults.
Tomchei Shabbos’ food program addresses food insecurity for those who may have limited options with food stamps and face mobility challenges in accessing kosher supermarkets or food pantries. With this state grant, meals will be delivered directly to households in need, ensuring access to nutritious, kosher food throughout the year.
“Access to food is a basic need that no family should have to go without,” said Assemblywoman Rozic. “I’m honored to provide this funding to Tomchei Shabbos of Queens, whose compassionate work delivers not just meals, but hope and dignity to families facing food insecurity. This investment reflects our commitment to making sure everyone can celebrate the holidays with the care they deserve.”
President of Tomchei Shabbos of Queens Shimi Pelman said, “On behalf of 500 families and 3,000 recipients, thank you Assemblywoman Nily Rozic. Rozic’s support enables Tomchei Shabbos to bring fuller holiday meals to our community. Together, we are ensuring that no family is left behind.”
For more than thirty years, Tomchei Shabbos of Queens has provided food packages on a weekly basis to approximately 400 needy families and individuals throughout Queens.
Additional community investments recently announced by Rozic include a $350,000 grant for a new local volunteer ambulance for Queens Hatzolah, $30,000 for a new STEM lab at Queens Hebrew Academy, and $15,000 for an Adult Education Program at Young Israel of Hillcrest.
