Commack Modell's Partners with LI Volunteer Center

The Long Island Volunteer Center is sponsoring a gently-used sports equipment drive for at-risk children in partnership with

The drive is in honor of the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Day of Service and will benefit Children’s Sport Connection, a nonprofit providing financial assistance and sports equipment to children from homes in the midst of a family crisis. The nonprofit believes that children can benefit from being able to say active in organized sports during difficult times. 

Donations will be accepted during regular store hours at the Commack Modell's on Jericho Turnpike-and at the Modell's locations in Lake Success, Garden City and Farmingdale beginning on Jan. 16 and continuing through Jan. 21.

Miss Long Island Jessica Pinckney will be making an appearance at drop off locations to encourage youth volunteerism. The Long Island Volunteer Center is a nonprofit organization that encourages people to engage in service to their communities.