Press Release: Senator Boyle Holds Pet Food Drive

For Immediate Release

Senator Boyle Holds Pet Food Drive

Senator participates in 4^th Annual Legislative Food Drive Challenge to support pets in need

February 20, 2015 – Bay Shore, NY:  New York State Senator Phil Boyle today announced he will host a Pet Food Drive in conjunction with Long Island Cares Fourth Annual Legislative Food Drive Challenge and Live Love Bark.  This year’s food drive will have a special focus on helping local animals in need.  Senator Boyle’s office will be accepting donations of pet food and supplies from February 23^rd  through March 13^th.  

“For many of us, pets are a treasured part of our family.  This is especially true for the elderly and homebound,” said Boyle. “During these tough economic times, many people need a little extra help to care for their beloved pets.  That’s why I’m asking residents to show their support by taking part in our pet food drive. “ 

From now until March 13^th , Senator Boyle’s Office will be collecting pet supplies for dogs, cats, hamsters, fish and ferrets.  Items being accepted include but are not limited to bags of food, canned food, pet treats, kitty litter and new pet toys.  Donations can be dropped off at the Senator’s District Office at 69 West Main Street – Suite B, Bay Shore between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.  

Senator Boyle concluded that, “While they can’t say thank you; I’m sure our beloved friends will greatly appreciate our community’s kindness and generosity.  Please consider making a donation today.”

Senator Phil Boyle’s Pet Food Drive

February 23^rd  – March 13^th  

Drop Off: 69 West Main Street – Suite B, Bay Shore

Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

For more information on the Long Island Cares Pet Food Drive, you may visit http://www.licares.org; Senator Boyle’s website at Boyle.nysenate.gov or the Senator’s Facebook.com/PhilBoyleNY.  All other inquiries or to make donations after regular office hours, please contact Senator Boyle’s District Office at (631) 665-2311 and ask for the Communications Department.

Senator Phil Boyle’s Communications Department

Christine Geed – (631) 398-8044 – geed@nysenate.gov

Krista Knoblauch-McNally – (631) 332-6753 – knoblauc@nysenate.gov