Healey Brothers’ Driven to Give Foundation donates to the Food Bank of the Hudson Valley

GOSHEN- Healey Brothers’ Driven to Give Foundation has donated $25,000 to the Food Bank of the Hudson Valley.  That generosity will result in $250,000 worth of food to feed the needy in the region, including Orange and Dutchess counties, where Healey Brothers has nine automotive dealerships.

The money was raised through the Second Annual Driven to Give Foundation Golf Outing, held October 12, 2023, at the Powelton Club in Newburgh.  The outing is the Foundation’s largest annual event and biggest fundraiser.

“Healey Brothers’ Driven to Give Foundation supports numerous nonprofit organizations performing vital services that enhance the Hudson Valley’s quality of life,” said Jason Healey, Chief Marketing Officer at Healey Brothers.  “The Food Bank of the Hudson Valley, a phenomenal charity, is extremely efficient in its use of donor dollars and goods.  The importance of its services has magnified in recent years, so we’re thrilled to assist the Food Bank in meeting its mission.”

Food Bank Director Sara Gunn was gratified by the substantial donation.  “When it comes to charitable giving, Healey Brothers already has an outstanding reputation, and we’re honored that the Food Bank was selected as a recipient,” she said.  “Every dollar is stretched as far as possible.  For instance, every $10 donated results in $100 of food, so the Driven to Give Foundation’s generosity will sustain so many families in need.”

The Food Bank of the Hudson Valley, founded in 1990, is dedicated to alleviating hunger and preventing the waste of wholesome food.  It is a branch of the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York and a member of Feeding America, the national food bank network.  The Food Bank, which serves 285 member agencies in Orange, Dutchess, Ulster, Rockland, Sullivan and Putnam counties, expects to distribute 20 million pounds of food in 2023, the same as in 2022.  In summer 2024, the Food Bank will open a…