The Rotary Club of Easton, Md. and other community partners are teaming up to host the “A Drop for Scotty” Community Food Drive during the months of November and December.
The food drive is named after the late Lord “Scotty” Scott Sr. who passed away in January 2020. Scott was well-known throughout Easton and Talbot County for hosting his annual “Operation Christmas Spirit” event at the Easton Volunteer Fire Department. Established in the 1970’s, Operation Christmas Spirit made the holidays brighter for thousands through a large community meal and gifts for local children supported by volunteers and donations.
“Scotty was a force of nature in our community, and this food drive is just one way we can honor his legacy,” said John Flohr, Easton Rotary President. “Our club is privileged to have the support of Scotty’s family as we continue his good work and provide direct relief to our community during this holiday season in particular, as many families are struggling due the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. We hope to do more in the future once social distancing guidelines and other restrictions have been lifted.”
“My dad, Scotty, had a heart of gold, and I want his passion for feeding people to continue,” said Shalonda Baston, Lord Scott’s daughter. “It didn’t matter your race or sex, everyone mattered to my dad.”
Individuals and organizations may drop-off non-perishable food at the Easton Family YMCA location on Peachblossom Ave, the Talbot County Free Library, Mid-Atlantic Tire Pros, Provident State Bank on Harrison Street, Shore United Bank on Dover Street, Easton Fit4Life and the Star Democrat Offices on Airpark Drive.
In addition to dropping off food, the community may also make a financial contribution to the Easton Rotary’s Youth and Community Fund by visiting www.eastonrotary.org. Funds raised will be used to purchase additional food and critical supplies. All food and financial donations will stay local and will support vulnerable families in Talbot County.
About the Rotary Club of Easton, MD
The Rotary Club of Easton Maryland is comprised of nearly 100 professional men and women committed to the Rotary Motto, Service Above Self. They are part of a global network of more than 1.2 million Rotarians who are changing lives in their own communities and around the world. As the world’s first Rotary Club in a town of fewer than 10,000 people, The Rotary Club of Easton will host its centennial anniversary in 2021. The Rotary Club of Easton meets Thursdays at noon via Zoom, with guests welcome. For more information, please visit eastonrotary.org.
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