By Michael V. Cusenza
The Cityline Ozone Park Civilian Patrol hosted its fourth annual initiative distributing hot meals during the last 10 days of Ramadan, one of the most sacred events for Muslims that is described as a time for reflection, community, and giving.
Photo Courtesy of COPCP
Members served more than 100 hot meals per day over the final 10 days of Ramadan.
Working with area partners and sponsors, including Pure Farmers Market, Zayaan NY, Brooklyn Halal Grill, Al-Haqq Pharmacy, Buffalo Trade Center, SureDrugs Pharmacy, ZANYC, Krishna Bazzar, the Razzaque family, the Uddin family, and the Baksh family, COPCP members set up tables along Little Bangladesh Way (Drew Street and Liberty Avenue) in Ozone Park and served more than 100 meals per day from Saturday, March 30 to Monday April 8, to those observing the holy month.
The initiative began during the civic group’s first year of operation, coinciding with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Photo Courtesy of COPCP
The initiative has “grown into a cherished tradition,” COPCP leadership said.
“We started this initiative during a time of great need, and it has grown into a cherished tradition,” COPCP Executive Director Mohammad Khan said. “It’s a testament to the strength and unity of our community that we can continue this tradition year after year.”
