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United Way and CDPHP Kick Off 518 Day, Inspiring the Capital Region to Come Together in Service



WHAT: Together with the United Way of the Greater Capital Region and CDPHP, community leaders and local nonprofit organizations will come together to officially kick off 518 Day – a celebration of the spirit, generosity, and resilience that define the Capital Region.

 

More than a day of recognition, 518 Day is a call to action: An opportunity for our community to come together, roll up our sleeves, and serve alongside the nonprofit partners who work every day to support our most vulnerable neighbors. It’s a celebration not just of place, but of purpose; showcasing the power of collective impact and what’s possible when the 518 shows up for one another.

 

WHEN: Monday, May 18

 

TIME: 10AM

 

WHERE: CDPHP Fitness Connect at the Ciccotti Center, 30 Aviation Rd., Colonie, NY 12205

 

WHO:

Peter Gannon, President & CEO, United Way of the Greater Capital Region                           

Nick Kraft, Chief Customer and Engagement Officer, CDPHP                                         

Senator Patricia Fahy – confirmed

Assemblymember John McDonald – confirmed

Assemblymember Phil Steck – invited

Deputy Albany County Executive Mike McLaughlin – confirmed

City of Albany Mayor Dr. Dorcey Applyrs – invited

Colonie Town Supervisor Peter Crummey – confirmed

 

Media Contact:

Natalia Burkart, CDPHP

[email protected]

(518) 542-8524 

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