Nya:wëh sgë:nö’, this past holiday season, the Seneca Nation Family Support Services Teams and Crime Victim Services from both the Allegany and Cattaraugus territories collaborated with several community partners and generous individuals to provide holiday gifts for families across the Nation.
The outpouring of support from organizations and community members was truly incredible. Together, our programs were able to serve over 100 families between both territories. These gifts brought joy, comfort, and a sense of community support to families during a time that can be difficult for many.
We would like to recognize the following departments and individuals for their donations and sponsorship of community families:
• Seneca Gaming Corporation
• Seneca Nation Council Office
• Seneca Holdings
• Red House Memorial Charity – Beck Bowen
• Salvation Army Toys for Tots
• Seneca Nation Health System – LRJ Behavioral Health Unit
• Dr. Darryl Tonemah and family
• Vivian Curry and family
We would also like to acknowledge that the Seneca Nation Council Office and the Seneca Gaming Corporation (SGC) have helped supplement gifts for families for the past six years. SGC Human Resource Director Roberta White coordinates with all three SGC locations Niagara Falls, Buffalo Creek, and Seneca Allegany to organize a holiday give back where SGC employees voluntarily and generously donate gifts for families in need.
We are deeply appreciative of everyone who helped organize, donate, sort, and give back to the community during the holiday season. Your kindness and commitment made a meaningful difference for many families.
Nya:wëh,
Family Support Services Team:
Irene Wheeler, Jennifer Evanock, Krisie Cooper, Kelly Ziegler, Chrell Batista, Ashley Miller, Kasey Schellhammer-Fox, Tiffany Perkins, Randi Krotz
Crime Victim Services Team:
Tina Kettle
Deputy Director:
Melissa Schindler
Executive Director:
Sharon Francis
