Carver Voices - April

Greetings!

April is Volunteer Appreciation Month.

The volunteers in our programs, at our events, and throughout this community make everything we do possible. From serving meals at Dinner at Noon, to stocking the shelves of our Carver Market, our volunteers keep our community healthy and thriving. This month, we honor them.

We've had some incredible moments this month, and we're grateful to share them with you below.

Here are 3 program highlights, 2 community highlights, and 1 question to reflect on!

Month in Review

A Night to Invest

in Our Neighbors

Thank you to everyone who joined us on April 11 for our Gala. It was an unforgettable evening celebrating the resilience and triumphs of our community.

Together, we raised $725,000* with 360 supporters in the room, all committed to investing in our neighbors.

*This total is pending final paddle commitments.

The highlight of the night was hearing from Cristian Garcia, a Teen Center alum, who shared his journey to Brown University and the role our Teen Center team played in supporting his path, reminding us that your generosity is what makes stories like his possible.

We are grateful for everyone who showed up for our community.

If you made a pledge and have not yet paid, please complete your gift here:

Welcoming Our New Director of

School-Aged Programs

Soccer Clinic & Making a Difference

This month, our K–5 students took the field for a Soccer Clinic with Los Galácticos, with support from Teen Center youth. Together, volunteers of all ages are helping young people build skills, confidence, and a strong sense of community every day.

Community Collaborations

Town Hall Meeting

We hosted the Mayor's Town Hall Meeting with the Village of Port Chester and Neighbors Link to provide an opportunity to collaborate and discuss the unique issues facing the Port Chester community.

Thank you to everyone involved for taking the time to engage directly with our residents and community members.

Community Meals Powered by Volunteers

Every week, Dinner at Noon brings families together around the table, made possible by dedicated volunteers alongside our staff.

168* volunteers have participated in Dinner at Noon, contributing their time and energy from meal preparation to service to ensure community members receive not only a warm, nutritious meal, but also meaningful human connection.



Whether it's preparing ingredients in the kitchen, setting tables with care, or greeting guests with a smile, each volunteer role matters deeply.



*Number of volunteers from Sep. 2025-April 2026

What's On Your Mind?

Warmly,

Anne Bradner, CEO