Maria Garcia: A trailblazer impacting lives in Westchester's largest city
Garcia runs a modest food pantry, providing groceries to struggling families across Yonkers every Monday.
News 12 Staff
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Oct 16, 2023, 11:32 AM
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Updated 196 days ago
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3ds agoDuring Hispanic Heritage Month, News 12 highlights Maria Garcia, a former educator, activist, and passionate philanthropist who is making a significant impact on the lives of hundreds in Westchester's largest city.
Garcia runs a food pantry, providing groceries to struggling families across Yonkers every Monday.
Additionally, she offers English classes to newly arrived Spanish speakers, aiming to empower the immigrant community.
