Sands New York Sponsored Custom-made New Furniture, Enhancing Community Programming
The John J. Byrne Community Center in Uniondale hosted a “Housewarming” for the community to debut its new decor and furnishings. This celebration followed a generous sponsorship from Sands New York, which included the provision of custom-made furniture that has significantly enhanced the center’s programming capabilities.
David Greaves, President of the Center, expressed his gratitude, saying, “We are incredibly thankful to Sands for their generous support in furnishing our center. Sands has set a remarkable example of how corporations can engage meaningfully with their communities. Their commitment goes far beyond expectations, truly benefiting Uniondale. Thanks to their contribution, our local families and students will have even more opportunities to use the Center before and after school, and we look forward to offering new programs and enriching events at the John J. Byrne Community Center.”
“Sands always aims to be a good neighbor, and this is an example of how we can help support real grassroots organizations and make an impact for local families,” said Ron Reese, Senior Vice President for Las Vegas Sands. “Having an opportunity to create an inviting space like this, while working with local businesses and community leaders is truly a privilege and we look forward to continuing these efforts for the residents of Nassau County, as our proposal moves forward.”
The furniture was designed and purchased through Waldner’s Business Environments, a women-owned business headquartered in Farmingdale.
Meredith Waldner Stern, President of Waldners said, “We are thrilled to be part of this community project. The Sands team and the center leadership put a lot of thought and consideration into what would be most useful for the families that use the space, and we were able to collaborate to outfit the center in a truly meaningful way.”
Stern continued, “This is also a great example of the opportunities that the Sands proposal represents for local businesses. That they chose to work with a local woman-owned business for this project speaks volumes.”
Previously, the center’s offerings were limited due to insufficient furnishings. Thanks to the Sands New York sponsorship, the John J. Byrne Community Center is now close to being fully equipped to provide a wide range of diverse and robust programs for the community.
The John J. Byrne Community Center is Uniondale’s first and only multicultural and intergenerational community center. They are dedicated to enhancing family and community life through diverse programs, fostering personal growth, well-being, and strong community connections, and promoting lifelong learning and development.
