Scholarship Programs

The creation of the Scholarship Program has provided the Civic Association with the opportunity to generously donate to support community youth in their pursuit of higher education. Through this initiative, the association has been able to play a significant role in helping young individuals achieve their academic goals, empowering them to access college education and build brighter futures for themselves and their communities.

Toy Giveaways

EECCA Annual Holiday Toy Giveaway is held in December. This event includes food, music and Santa who distributes Stem toys, dolls, games, etc. to children of all ages. All toys are donated by local residents, local businesses and corporations.

Turkey Giveaways

EECCA Turkey Giveaway is held 2nd week of November. Turkeys are donated thru the local grocery, local unions and local elected representatives.

Clothing Giveaways

EECCA Coat Giveaway is held during the months of November-January. Coats are donated and collected for distribution to homeless shelters and families in need.

Informational
Workshops

EECCA sponsors informational workshops for both adults and children:

Adults: Know your local politicians (State and City) and the office that they serve

• Health and Knowledge
• Civic Engagement and How you can join
• How to form a block association

Children: What Color is your flag? – worked with the local girl scout troop on creating the flag of their country

Youth/Young Adults: Created a subcommittee of the Civic Association called CIVIC YOUTH COMMITTEE. in our efforts to reach out to the youth and young adults (ages 16 and up) we created this committee to give them their voices in civic matters. Educating them on Civic duties. This committee has its own officers and members and work under the guidance of the East Elmhurst Corona Civic Association.