The Herricks Community Fund hosted its annual carnival over the weekend of May 30th through June 2.
Held on the grounds of the Herricks Community Center in New Hyde Park, the Herricks Community Fund’s Annual Carnival is an inaugural summertime tradition in the area.
The fund is a not-for-profit organization committed to enriching the Herricks community and school district. Since its inception in 1986, it has donated over $1 million to worthwhile causes in the district and beyond.
This year’s event attracted thousands of people in a record high turnout and record ticket sales. Overnight, the grounds of the Herricks Community Center become a fair filled with rides for kids and adults, games of chance, and food concessions.
This event attracts throngs of people enjoying themselves in a local community setting, including families, teens, and even local officials, including North Hempstead Town Supervisor Jennifer DeSena, who stopped by the HCF’s booth for a picture.
Paul Ehrbar, co-president of the fund and Mayor of Williston Park, said, “The Trustees of the Fund thank all who attended. This event allowed the Herricks community a chance to come out and celebrate the start of summer with the Herricks Community Fund.”
It’s more than just fun. It’s the opportunity to bring people together in a wholesome, safe and homespun atmosphere. Co-president of the fund Iona Davis said, “The fund wishes to thank all of the carnival sponsors and looks forward to seeing many of you again at next year’s carnival.”
The Herricks Community Fund numbers among its beneficiaries the Our Space Adult Day Programs, Herricks Youth Council, Herricks Teacher mini-grants, Scouts, Herricks School District, Herricks Scholarship Fund, Herricks Community Fund Scholarships and many more.
The fund thanked all of the sponsors and donors who contributed to this event, and it looks forward to seeing you at its forthcoming events.