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The Human Services Ministry yesterday made a donation to support efforts byMinister Jennifer Webster makes a presentation to Chairperson of the Long Creek Parent Support Group Ms. Gwendaline Dejesus.residents of Long Creek to develop their community.The residents had formed a Parent Support Group under the School Retention programme, to do their bit in ensuring all school-aged children in the community attend school regularly. To support families with children, most of whom are single-parent families, the group began a breakfast shed,Victor Hedman Lightning Jersey, where they prepare meals and snacks for sale. They also host other fund-raising initiatives,Brian Leetch Rangers Jersey, the proceeds of which are reinvested into the community. To date,Dustin Tokarski Canadiens Jersey, they have built a bus shed.In an attempt to further support the breakfast shed venture, Minister of Human Services,Tomas Plekanec Canadiens Jersey, Ms. Jennifer Webster,Mario Lemieux Penguins Jersey, presented items that would be used in the kitchen,Jason Chimera Capitals Jersey, including utensils,Luke Glendening Red Wings Jersey, pots and appliances to the Chairperson of the Group Ms. Gwendaline De Jesus. The Ministry has also undertaken to purchase stoves and a freezer for the group,Zack Kassian Canadiens Jersey, as well as make efforts to ensure they have a suitable kitchen to conduct their operation.Making the presentation at the Long Creek Primary School,Stanley Cup Canadiens Jersey, Minister Webster noted that the Ministry is happy to support the initiative and would continue to work with the group to ensure sustainability and possible expansion. Ms. De Jesus in turn expressed the community’s appreciation and committed their dedication to making the venture a success.Nursery and Primary School pupils of Long Creek singing at the presentation ceremony. |
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