Donation Drive to Support Child Care Providers

NYS Senator Sue Serino and Dutchess County Executive Marcus J. Molinaro today announced a donation drive to support those caring for the children of first responders, healthcare providers, and essential workers as part of an expansion of the County’s ongoing “Dutchess Responds” initiative. In partnership with the Child Care Council of Dutchess and Putnam, Inc., donated items such as paper towels, disinfecting wipes, and masks will be delivered to area childcare providers during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Child Care Council is most in need of:

• adult-sized face masks
• disinfecting wipes
• paper towels
• gloves
• bleach
• toilet paper

Donations can be dropped off, by appointment only, at the Child Care Council of Dutchess and Putnam, Inc.’s office, located at 301 Manchester Road in Poughkeepsie. Individuals should call the office at 845-473-4141 ext. 210 to schedule a drop-off time.

For more information regarding the donation drive, residents can call the Dutchess County Coronavirus Hotline at 845-486-3555 and choose option 8 or email Senator Serino’s office at serino@nysenate.gov. Those interested in donating, but unable to deliver supplies, should call the hotline or email Senator Serino’s office to arrange to have donations picked up.