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Female Active Military Personnel Deployment Donation Drive
A heartfelt thank you to all the amazing souls who generously contributed to our Union County Female Active Military Personnel Collection! Your kindness and support truly make a difference. Each donation, no matter the size, is a symbol of your commitment to our female service members, honoring their dedication and sacrifice.
In celebration of Women’s History Month, the Union County Board of County Commissioners, in collaboration with the 102D Cavalry Family Readiness Group, proudly announces the success of a month-long collection drive aimed at supporting military women serving overseas.
“We are incredibly proud of the outpouring of support from our community during this initiative,” said Union County Chairwoman Kimberly Palmieri-Mouded. “Together, we have shown our military women serving overseas that their sacrifices do not go unnoticed. This event embodies the spirit of Women’s History Month and highlights our commitment to uplifting and supporting our servicewomen.”
Throughout the month of March, Union County residents came together to honor the bravery and sacrifices of our military women by donating toiletries and feminine products to be sent overseas. Teaming up with Amazon, Union College of Union County, NJ and Girls Helping Girls Period, an organization that advocates to normalize periods and create menstrual equity, the Union County Board of County Commissioners organized a packing event held this morning, March 25, 2024, at the Cranford Campus-Richel Student Commons of Union College of Union County.
“I am grateful to Union College for hosting this important Women’s History Month event and program to support women serving overseas. As a Navy veteran, advocating for our women service members is deeply important to me – whether that’s fighting for the benefits they’ve earned, ensuring our servicewomen have access to equipment that meets their needs, or addressing the issue of military sexual trauma in our armed forces,” said Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill of New Jersey 11th Congressional District.
Students from Union College of Union County, NJ volunteered their time to assemble boxes filled with essential items, including wellness products like Midol and Liquid IV, and comforting treats like fuzzy socks and playing cards, to be sent to local women serving abroad. The event was a true display of generosity, reflecting Union County’s support for our military women.
“We express our heartfelt gratitude to Union County, the generous sponsors, and community members for supporting the female soldiers deployed from the 102nd Cavalry and NJ Army National Guard,” said Danielle Bracco of the 102D Cavalry Family Readiness Group. “The thoughtful care packages, filled with essential supplies, represent a strong symbol of support and encouragement. Today’s event showcases a genuine sense of community and kindness, highlighting a deep gratitude for the sacrifices made by our service members and their families. Thank you for standing by our troops and showing your heartfelt appreciation.”
The County of Union would like to thank all of the community who donated, all of the volunteers for their time and anyone who contributed to this wonderful initiative.
This morning, Union County Chairwoman Kimberly Palmieri-Mouded and Deputy County Manager Amy Crisp Wagner welcomed Inroads to Opportunities as they dropped off yet another tremendous donation to our female active duty service member supply drive.
We are filled with joy by all of the generosity! Thank you so much!
Yesterday Union County Chairwoman Kimberly Palmieri-Mouded, Union County Commissioner Vice-Chairwoman Lourdes Leon, Union County Commissioner Rebecca L. Williams, Union County Commissioner Sergio Granados, and Deputy County Manager Amy Crisp Wagner celebrated Phillips 66’s massive donation to the Union County female active duty service member supply drive along with Mansi Sanghvi, Phillips 66 DS1/DS2 Area Supervisor and Women’s Network Community Service Lead, and Scotty Brown, Phillips 66 Instrumentation/Controls Engineer and Veterans’ Network Community Service Lead.
None of this would have happened without Phillips 66 and their employees’ generosity. We are so grateful!
This morning, Union County Chairwoman Kimberly Palmieri-Mouded and Deputy County Manager Amy Crisp Wagner joined Berkeley Heights Mayor Angie Devanney, members of the Township Council, and local community leaders and veterans to celebrate yet another tremendous donation to our female active duty service member supply drive.
We are floored by our residents’ generosity! Thank you so much!
Women’s History Month 2024
LGBTQ Empowerment Hour Women’s History Month
Women’s Self Defense Classes
Three classes were held in 2024
July 29th
October 8th
October 17th
Diaper Needs Awareness
The Union County Board of County Commissioners is and the Union County Commission on the Status of Women is pleased to announce a Diaper Drive in support of Diaper Needs Awareness. The drive will be held throughout the month of September, with various donation drop-off locations throughout Union County.
“Every contribution, no matter how small, helps us create a network of care and support for those who need it most,” said Union County Chairwoman Kimberly Palmieri-Mouded. “As Chairwoman, and as a mother, I understand the importance of essential baby items, and the cost of these items can add up quickly, especially for those who are struggling to make ends meet. By coming together as a community to support mothers and their babies, we are building a stronger, more compassionate Union County.”
A broad range of baby and mother care items, such as diapers, wipes, and baby hygiene products, will be accepted in original packaging. Items can be dropped off at one of three locations now through September 30th:
Union County Administration Building
10 Elizabethtown Plaza, Elizabeth, Union County Public Safety Building
Froehlich Building
400 North Avenue, Westfield, Union County Engineering Building
Public Works & Facilities Management
2325 South Avenue, Scotch Plains
Union County will also be collecting diapers and supplies on Saturday, September 14th from 4:00pm to 10:00pm at the 2024 Union County Fall Festival in Oak Ridge Park, located at 136 Oak Ridge Road in Clark.
International Day of the Girl
A special message from Union County Chairwoman Kimberly Palmieri-Mouded and our female-majority Commissioner Board on this October 11th, better known as International Day of the Girl.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Union County’s leadership and staff are proud to recognize Breast Cancer Awareness Month and encourage all of our residents to get tested early and regularly. One day this disease will be a thing of the past!