Sen. Blumenthal honors Fairfield County Marines known for charity work
The senator says members like Robert Montgomery, who was awarded the Navy Cross, typify the great traditions that put the Marine Corps first.
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Feb 3, 2021, 1:32 PM
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Sen Richard Blumenthal
recognized the Marine Corps veterans of Fairfield County at their headquarters
in Ridgefield.
The group is known
for their nonprofit Toys for Tots program, which is their flagship charity
event.
The senator says
members like Robert Montgomery, who was awarded the Navy Cross, typify the great traditions that put the Marine Corps first.
“These veterans
go beyond the call. They care for people. They provide Toys for Tots,
they serve this community and the entire state of Connecticut, so I'm very
proud to honor them."
The Toys for
Tots program works with the Building Hope Foundation to bring holiday happiness
to thousands of kids across the region.
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