Who We Are and What We Do
Scotia Relief has been helping community members for over 90 years!
OUR HISTORY
Scotia Relief was formed during the great depression through a partnership between local law enforcement and area churches. The mission at that time was to provide local families and transients with food and shelter. At the point in 1950 that the ten area schools consolidated into the Scotia-Glenville Central School District, the focus changed to helping district families in need. With that new mission, administration of the organization was handled by school district administrators and nurses. Scotia Relief now provided holiday meals as well as assistance for necessities like rent and utilities for those who needed help.
SCOTIA RELIEF NOW
In 2013 Scotia Relief registered as a 501c(3) not-for-profit organization. Our governing board consists of four officers typically from the school district, and eight board members. Our board members represent the Village of Scotia, Town of Glenville, the church community, public safety (police and fire), and local businesses. Our mission remains to provide holiday meals and year-round aid to residents. As such, Scotia Relief helps an average of over 60 families each year.
WHO WE HELP AND HOW
Any member of the Scotia Glenville School District is eligible for consideration. We rely on referrals from community members, public safety, churches, and anyone who becomes aware of someone who could use our help. Referrals can be made to any board member, but ultimately they are passed to our president who interviews the client to determine how we can best help. The aid we provide is monetary, either with prepaid cards or payments directly to landlords or providers. Aside from the holiday meals, clients are limited to one instance of aid from us per year.
HOW YOU CAN HELP
Scotia Relief relies on donations from individuals, businesses, and civic organizations. Our board is completely volunteer, ensuring that every cent donated to our cause goes to someone in need. Donations can be mailed to our treasurer, Ron Schimpf, 824 Sanders Ave., Scotia, NY 12302. As a 501c(3), donations are tax deductible.