The Fund’s Tyrone area volunteer leaders are currently seeking committee members and host families to ensure that summer 2005 is special for New York City children.
Each summer, more than 5,000 children, ages six to 18, enjoy two-week vacations with volunteer host families in suburban and small town communities across 13 northeastern states from Maine to Virginia and in Ontario, Canada. Local Fresh Air Fund volunteers recruit and interview host families, check references and coordinate Friendly Town Program activities in their communities.
Tyrone area volunteers need help in order to create another fun-filled summer for children from New York City’s low-income communities.
“Where I live is tough and urban,” said LeSean, a 12-year-old boy from Brooklyn. “Here, as soon as I wake up, I hear birds chirping.”
In 2005, The Fund continues its 128-year-old tradition of serving children with a wide variety of special events and volunteer opportunities. For more information on how to join the local Fresh Air volunteer team, call Karen Reece at 212-897-8966 or The Fresh Air Fund at (800) 367-0003.
Individuals can also learn more about the Friendly Town Program by visiting The Fund’s website at www.freshair.org.
