HAMBURG, N.Y. – Julia Dressler, Volunteer Engagement Coordinator at the Buffalo City Mission, received a financial contribution of $117.00 along with more than 50 non-perishable food items and supplies from the Hilbert College Men's Basketball program. 

Since the 2013–14 season, Head Coach Rob deGrandpre has used the team's opening Tip-Off Tournament as an opportunity to support the Buffalo City Mission. Now in its 12th year, the Hawks Against Hunger Tournament has generated a total of $3,328.05 in donations, translating into 1,572 meals for individuals in need. Fans demonstrated their generosity once again during this year's two-day event, which featured host Hilbert College, St. John Fisher University, Covenant College, and tournament champion Waynesburg University.

Malachi Hartley,  Darrian Jones and Rudolph Hyppolite presented a check and a box of non-perishable goods to Julia before the November 25th game, and this year's financial donations will provide 49 meals during the Thanksgiving holiday season. 

Yet, as we hit the 'Code Blue' forecast this week, the Buffalo City Mission will also need help with indoor accommodations for overnight guests. Please consider making a Black Friday Amazon online donation purchase after reviewing the Buffalo City Mission's Amazon wish list linked above.

Those interested in supporting the Buffalo City Mission can learn more at BuffaloCityMission.org.