New Jersey Herald
SANDYSTON The COVID-19 pandemic did not deter local residents and businesses from giving this holiday season. This year s Sandyston Has Heart raiseda record-high $12,800 for families in need.
The money raised during the 11th annual campaign, sponsored by the Sandyston Township Historical Society, was turned into gift cards for local grocery stores and businesses and given to more than 25 families, said township clerk Amy Lobban.
Residents who contributed to the fundraiser, which ran from the beginning of November to Dec. 18, received a heart ornament from historical society president Patte Frato and her husband Lou, of Lou s Glass in Branchville. In addition, Lobban created red paper hearts with each donor s name and placed them on the front doors of the municipal building.