Brooklyn, NY – On August 31st, Assemblymember Rodneyse Bichotte partnered with the Flatbush Development Corporation, Flatbush YMCA, ICNA Relief USA, Jewish Community Council of Marine Park, Leon Goldenberg, New York State United Teachers (NYSUT), and Plaza Auto, partnered to ensure that 450 children received backpacks and school supplies just in time for the first day of school.

"I want to thank our sponsors and partners, Flatbush Development Corporation, Flatbush YMCA, ICNA Relief USA, Jewish Community Council of Marine Park, Leon Goldenberg, New York State United Teachers, and Plaza Auto for their generous contribution to the community," said Assemblymember Rodneyse Bichotte. "It is due to their kindness that many of the children in our district will have new backpacks and supplies on the first day of school. I also want to thank our community partners for helping to identify those in our community who are desperately in need. Thank you for the work you all do everyday to serve others."