A local nonprofit that helps low-income families was targeted in a robbery last week. Since CBS2's story aired, a Long Island community has rallied around the thrift shop. McLoganTV reports so many donations poured in, they are now being sent to Florida.
CBS2's Jennifer McLogan reports so many donations poured in, they are now being sent to hurricane victims in Florida.
It's been a rough week for Angels of Long Island, the popular nonprofit thrift store that supplies low-cost or free food and clothing to those in need. They were robbed of $1,600, jewelry and debit cards. Police say a customer pretending to shop was arrested. Angels of Long Island staff say their hearts melted with the show of support from the community as hundreds reached out to help.
"It's nice of them to do what they're doing. This is a great thing," said John Wagner, a donor from Patchogue.
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