Dear Editor,
 I am writing to thank the many who helped make my recent blood drive a success. Despite a winter storm, we were able to attract 50% or our goal. We also collected cash and food for the Tioga County Rural Ministry.

 I would like to thank everyone who contributed to the success of this event. The following businesses donated the food, paper products, and the location: Tom Bailey, Bud's Place, Dominic and Lou Fata, Brothers Two, John and Bev Hitchings John's Fine Foods, Carl and Jim Roma, Jim Roma's Bakery, Sue Moore Store Manager, P&C Market, Bob Pozorcek, The Dugout Sports Bar and Pizzeria, Dick Testa and Dave Kucko, The Sports Page, John Barron, Nirchi's, Colleen and Anthony Malarkey, Vestal Dollar, and the Elks Club. This event could not have taken place without them. I would also like to thank the Red Cross for their professionalism and dedication.

 Finally, I would like to thank Sam Price who took time off from work to help me serve the dinner and clean up afterwards. It is wonderful to live in a community as giving as ours. A tradition we will be proud to pass on to our children.

Sincerely,
Donald Castellucci, Jr.