THE COMMUNITY CHEST OF PORT WASHINGTON

The Community Chest rented approximately 13500 square feet of space at less than fair value rates to nine not for Profits. These rates included provision of heat, electricity and water. The organizations renting these spaces used them to offer: an art cooperative that offers programming for youths and adults; a job training program for adults with disabilities; environmental protection and education programs; after school tutoring and activities for youth; assistance for the indigent; recreational soccer for children with disabilities; programs, services, research and advocacy for people with autism spectrum disorders; and programs concerned with the preservation of the cultural traditions of Long Island.