Throughout December, the RCC community came together to provide RCC students with additional support during the holiday season. In particular, the Department of Public Safety, Student Life, and Project Access developed and deployed new initiatives to ensure RCC students received the services and goods needed before winter break.
During the first week of December, the Department of Public Safety parked the RCC cruiser in front of Building 3 and encouraged RCC faculty and staff to stop by and drop off a toy in the cruiser. On December 17, 2024, the Office of Student Life distributed the toys from Public Safety, along with toys donated from Toys for Tots to RCC students.
“At RCC Police & Public Safety, this is one of our favorite things to do,” said Executive Director & Chief of Police David Albanese. “We're committed to the RCC Community and the toy drive allows us to give back to the community at this special time of year; and put a smile on someone's face.”
Additionally, the Rox Box, RCC’s on-campus food pantry and a part of Project Access, ramped up efforts to provide RCC students with quality food and additional resources for the holiday season. In addition to ensuring that the Rox Box was fully stocked, $25.00 Stop and Shop gift cards were available to students, allowing students the option of purchasing perishable goods for their holiday meals.
While RCC ramps up efforts to provide student support during the holiday season, RCC students require support throughout the year. Visit the Roxbury Community College Foundation website to learn more about fundraising priorities and donate today!
