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THE BERNARDS-RIDGE CONNECTION
DEC 2017/JAN 2018
www.theconnectionsnj.com St acia McDonough has kicked off her sixth annual, “They Kept Us Safe, Let’s Keep Them Warm,” new winter clothing drive to benefit the formerly homeless and disabled veterans currently housed at the “Hope For Veterans” 2- year transitional facility on the VA campus in Lyons, New Jersey. The drop off collection boxes are located at the following businesses: 1. Peapack-Gladstone Bank, 26 Dumont Road, Far Hills, NJ 07931 (Contact: Michael Caru- so) PH: 908.781.2708. 2. Valley Pharmacy, 75 Washington Valley Road, Bedminster, NJ 07921 (Contact: Janet Cammarata) 908.658.4900. 3. Investor’s Bank, 315 Route #202/206, Pluck- emin, NJ, 07978 (Contact: Antonella Celli, Assistant Vice President, Branch Manager). PH: 908.719.6750. 4. Coldwell Banker Realty, 1 S. Finley Avenue, Basking Ridge, NJ, 07920 (Contact: Theresa Filippone). PH: 908.766.8354, or 908.766.0808. 5. Weichert Realtors, 22 Henry Street, Basking Ridge, NJ, 07920 (Contact: Carol Conway) PH: 908.334.1986. 6. The Stirling Elks Lodge, 1138 Valley Road, Stirling, NJ, 07980 (Contact: Kelly Maz- zochi) *Non-perishable food also being col- lected at this location PH: 908.672.2079. 7. Robbiani’s Clock and Doll Shop, 14 School Road West, Marlboro, NJ, 07746 (Contact: Michael and Kathleen Robbiani) PH: 732.462.3589. 8. Salon Seraphim, 55 Willow Lane, 184 Route #9 North, Englishtown, NJ, 07726 (Contact: Jennifer Oakley or Michelle Whinni) PH: 732.972.5177. 9. The Waiting Room Restaurant 66 East Cher- ry Street, Rahway, NJ, 07065 (Contact: Donna Wenson) PH: 732.382.0900. Items being collected are brand new winter coats, hats, scarves, socks, slippers, ear muffs, robes, pajamas, undershirts (All men’s sizes: L- 5XL), thermal underwear, sweaters, blankets, toiletries (shampoo, bar soap, razors, deodor- ant, sunblock, lip balm, etc.). New kitchenware such as toaster ovens, crock pots, George For- man grills, toasters, coffee makers, Tupperware etc. Bed-in-a Bag is also a much-needed item. In addition, gift cards from Visa, American Express, grocery stores, Wal-Mart, Target are a much sought after item by the veterans. The residents are mostly men, however, there are currently 7 ex-servicewomen (sizes L-14) residing at one of the facilities. There are approximately 105 ex-servicemen and women residing at the facility. The drive will run from Veteran's Day through December 21st. Mrs. McDo- nough, along with sev- eral dedicated volun- teers will personally hand-deliver the gift- wrapped items to each veteran on December 22nd. Mrs. McDonough was inspired to start this innovative campaign in loving memory of her late husband, John, a Sergeant in the U.S. Air Force who served “In Country” during the Vietnam War. The annual collection is now officially “Dedicated in Memory of John E. McDonough.” “As Americans, we must keep our brave veter- ans in the forefront. For their service, bravery, and sacrifice these noble warriors should be revered, and never forgotten,” says Mrs. McDo- nough. She is thrilled by the tremendous suc- cess of her previous campaigns. “I am looking forward to a banner year, hoping I can spread a little bit of Christmas cheer to our amazing heroes,” she adds. Unfortunately, the majority of our country’s homeless population is comprised of former servicemen and women. “It is a tremendous privilege for me to be able to conduct this annual campaign, and an honor to spend quality time with our veterans. It’s beyond humbling just to be in their presence,” says Mrs. McDonough. Any individuals, businesses, or organizations interested in participating with “They Kept Us Safe, Let’s Keep Them Warm” drive, can con- tact Mrs. Stacia McDonough vi a e-mail at: sta- ciamcdonough@hotmail.com, o r Mrs. Jena Rae at jenakrae@gmail.com. VETERANS’ WINTER CLOTHING DRIVE INSPIRED BY LATE VIETNAM VETERAN Stacia McDonough Sgt. 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