107th helps feed the needy

107th members Tech. Sgt. Jason Froden (in truck) Master Sgt. Steve Buja (facing) and Tech. Sgt. Paul Wiegand unload hundreds of pounds of food for the Niagara Falls City Mission. Over the last three months, a variety of fundraisers have been held at the 107th, generating funds to purchase food for the shelter. This annual fundraiser is in its 22nd year and has raised tens of thousands of dollars since its inception. "This is a great way to give back," said Tech. Sgt. Froden. "In this economy this could be anyone of us, we're fortunate to have jobs and being able to help others is the right thing to do," he added. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Peter Dean)

107th supports a local shelter

On December 10 th, members from the 107th Airlift Wing donated a truck load of non perishable goods to the Niagara Falls City Mission. Over the last few months the 107th has held a variety of fund raising events that raised hundreds of dollars which were used to purchase much needed food. The City Mission is a local shelter that houses and feeds the homeless and low income families. For the last 22 years the 107th has been supporting the City Mission. Pictured are left to right Tech. Sgt. Paul Wiegand and Master Sgt. Mark Lewandowski passing a case of cereal. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Master Sgt. Raymond Lloyd)

Another stellar year

An unidentified man eagerly joins the chain, unloading the donated goods from the 107th AW. In its 21st year members from the 107th AW continued the holiday tradition of collecting money, food, clothing and toys to donate to the Niagara Falls City Mission.

Another stellar year

Members from the 107th Airlift Wing once again answered the call. For the 21st consecutive year members graciously donated countless bags of clothing, toys and food. (Left to right) Master Sgt. Duane Bores, Master Sgt. Mark Lewandowski, Tech. Sgt. Paul Wiegand, Master Sgt. Roger Clark and Master Sgt. Steven Buja up on truck. (U.S. Air Froce Photo/ Tech Sgt. Cathy Perretta)

107th members drop donations off to Community Missions in Niagara Falls.

Steven Buja brings a bag filled with toys just in time for the holiday.

107th members drop food donations off to Community Missions

Roger Clark and Dale Selbert bring food donations into the Community Missions on December 16.