Annual Fund Drive ConcludES
The Leonia Community Chest is pleased to report that our 2021-2022 campaign has raised nearly $37,000 to support community organizations who help fellow Leonians, assist local arts activities, and provide funds for our Leonia youth. We thank those who have helped us help our neighbors.
If you have not made a donation or would like to, please visit our Donate Page. You may pay by credit card or send a check to P.O. Box 68. The Community Chest is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization. Contributions are tax deductible, as permitted by law.
A donation to the Leonia Community Chest is also a meaningful way to honor someone, recognize an achievement, celebrate an occasion, or memorialize someone who has passed away. Please indicate this on the donation you mail to us and we will acknowledge your donation to the person in whose honor or memory it is given.
The Board welcomes volunteers who wish to serve on it or help with activities. If interested in volunteering or learning more, please contact Nike at info@communitychestofleonia.org .
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REANa RADU Receives 2021 Community Service Award
The Leonia Community Chest was pleased to award its 2021 Community Service Scholarship to Leonia High School senior Reana Radu. This is the 4th year the Community Chest has presented this award to a high school graduate for activities that help our community.
Reana's greatest service was demonstrated by her commitment to the environment. She:
- assisted in the design and helped manage the Leonia Recycling website, working with the Leonia Environmental Commission
- was active in Leonia High School’s Environmental Club and helped organize activities to educate students about recycling to encourage more recycling
- participated in a demonstration opposing the construction of a power plant near our community.
In addition to the environment, prior to the pandemic, Reana was a Volunteer at Englewood Hospital where she transported patients and medical items within the hospital. Lastly, Reana organized a tennis program for young children at Overpeck Park for her Church.