Thanks to the greater Croton-on-Hudson community and surrounding area, the Croton Lions have been able to raise significant funds to support local charities. Below, you will find testimonials from many of these organizations describing how these funds are used to help others. Thank you, Croton!

From Cynthia Andersen, Corresponding Secretary, Croton-Cortlandt Food Pantry:

Thank you for your support of the Croton-Cortlandt Food Pantry. With the recent reduction of the SNAP program, the end of some pandemic era benefits, and the rising cost of living we have seen an increase in the number of families that need help. Your generosity has made it possible for us to continue our mission, allowing the Croton-Cortlandt Food Pantry to continue to provide much needed items such as fresh produce, dairy products, and meat.

From Erica Stanzione, Director of Marketing and Development, BluePath Service Dogs:

Thank you for your donation in support of BluePath’s 8th Annual Walkathon. Your generosity plays a vital role in providing safety and freedom to children with autism and their families. Your support ensures we can provide our life-changing services now and for years to come.

From Croton Recreation Department, Village of Croton-on-Hudson:

We would like to thank you for your donation to our 2024 Summer Entertainment Series. The success of this program depends on your generosity and support. We couldn’t do it without you!

From Daniel Boglioli, Treasurer, Croton Caring:

I want to express our sincere appreciation for your donation and your continuing support. We are grateful for your generosity, your trust and, most importantly, your commitment to our mission. Thank you for allowing us to continue to make a difference in our community.

From Gwen Glazer, Program Coordinator, Croton Free Library:

We used this year’s Lions Club donation to fun an incredible dance performance here at the Library on April 13. Douglas Dunn is a major choreographer. We had nearly 100 people of all ages attend the performance. It was truly special for everyone involved.

We would never have been able to pay these folks even a fraction of what they’re worth without this additional funding from the Lions Club – so we wanted to thank you extra this year for helping to bring a truly spectacular, personalized, important piece of culture to our community.

From Jim Killoran, Executive Director, Fuller Center for Housing of Greater New York City:

We are most grateful for your support during this time of housing crisis — it's more valuable than ever. Whenever I get a call to assist a homeless family, a flood victim or a family who just wants a decent home to live in, I am truly thankful for you. Your donation inspires us to go strong, and our work could not continue without you. Never take for granted a roof over your head or a meal at the table. For you we give thanks.

From Heather McGorman, Foundation Relations Officer, Guiding Eyes for the Blind, Yorktown:

Please accept our sincere gratitude for your generous donation which will be used to provide exceptionally trained, intelligent, and loving guide dogs to people who are blind or visually impaired. Today, people with vision loss enjoy fulfilling and independent lives thanks to support from partners like you. Our guide dogs are a path to opportunity, enabling graduates to enjoy the same experiences as anyone else. Thank you for playing a significant role in giving the gifts of safety, mobility, confidence, independence, and opportunity.

From Carla Horton, Executive Director, and Patti Reyes Dagostino, Chief of Development & Community Relations, Hope’s Door, Hawthorne:

Please accept our heartfelt thanks for your donation to Hope's Door. Survivors of abuse have a daunting task ahead of them when they begin the struggle to rebuild their lives. They often feel alone and can become discouraged as they encounter one seemingly insurmountable barrier after another. So many of them tell us how important it was to find support at Hope's Door — support made possible by you and so many others who share in our mission.