Pronto of Long Island Community Day - 2012

Pronto of Long Island Celebrated its Annual Community Day event. 

Pictured are New York State Senators Phil Boyle, Lee Zeldin, Anthony Manetta, Mary Garote and Pronto Volunteers.

Pronto Long Island's Third Annual Community Day, A Great Success!

Over 1,000 residents enjoyed warm weather, learned about Pronto's services and connected with dozens of vendors and local community groups.

On October 20, 2012 Pronto had its third annual Community Day. This year the organization added a large "outdoor yard sale" that sold items from their thrift store. The event created awareness for Pronto's services while raising needed funds for the organization.

Many volunteers came out to help make the day a success. Pronto thanks them, along with Senator Lee Zeldin, Legislator Ricardo Montano and Assemblyman Phil Boyle who stopped by to offer their well wishes. We also want to thank Islip Supervisor Tom Croci for lending on site support. The residents who stopped by were greeted with music, food, and giveaways.

Pronto's Board President Belinda Alvarez Groneman said, "This year's event went really well and exceeded our expectations. Putting our resident's needs first is our priority, and giving them a day to enjoy and learn about Pronto is important to us."

Pronto of Long Island is a Community Outreach Center serving Long Islanders in need for 42 years. They have a Food Pantry, Thrift Center and Warehouse and offer a host of free bilingual programs, seminars and services to the public. Their classes include English as a Second Language, English Conversation, Citizenship classes, a GED and Workforce program, Computer classes, a Shots for Tots free immunization program and much more. In addition, Pronto offers advocacy and referrals to anyone in need. Pronto has remained true to their mission of feeding the hungry, clothing the needy, welcoming the stranger and providing healing and hope to the less fortunate.