Library and United Way get boost from donations

By Anya Tikka
MILFORD — “There is perhaps no greater return of investment than witnessing the profound effect a gift can make within one’s local community, and knowing these results have permanence and will benefit future generations," said Jenni Hamill, executive director of the Greater Pike Community Foundation, at the July 19 county commissioners' meeting.
The foundation awarded both the Pike County Public Library and the Pike County United Way with donations from the Jane R. Goldstein Memorial Fund and Dr. Henry R. Goldstein.
Jim Pedranti, chair of the foundation's executive committee, presented a $4,633 check to Matt Osterberg, who chairs the United Way of Pike County. He is also the commissioners' chair.
Pedranti presented a $4,633 check to Rose Chiocchi, executive director of the Pike County Public Library.
“The money that we received today will be used to grow our collection of books and other materials, as well as new shelving in Milford branch," Chiocchi said in a statement.
She thanked the Goldstein family for their "unwavering support of the library over years.”
Osterberg said it's the generosity of residents like Dr. Goldstein that make Pike County so special.
"The funds he has donated will aid United Way of Pike County in providing those in need," Osterberg said. "Our mission is to alleviate hunger and homelessness, and his generosity will benefit all the food banks in Pike County.”
He also thanked the Greater Pike Community Foundation for its help.
“I’m pleased to support these two worthy community organizations in memory of my wife, Jane,” Dr. Goldstein said. "And I appreciate the role that Pike County Community Foundation played in helping me to fulfill my charitable intent."
Greater Pike Community Foundation assists individuals and organizations make charitable contributions in the community. The Jane R. Goldstein Memorial Fund was established in 2015 in Jane Goldstein’s memory by Dr. Goldstein.