Post by coots on Dec 16, 2011 11:50:58 GMT -5
Fund For Children of Slain NYPD Officer Peter Figoski Collects $300,000
12/16/11 - The veteran cop even held off on retiring two years ago — despite his eligibility for a full pension.
“Stability for the kids kept him on the job,” said elder brother Bob Figoski, himself a retired cop. “The economy is real bad, so it was a good idea financially to keep working.”
That dedication moved New Yorkers both rich and poor to contribute to the fund — launched by the New York Post and the New York City Police Foundation.
Donald Trump wrote a $10,000 check, and included a letter to the daughters.
“I was truly saddened to hear of the tragic passing of your father, who I understand was a terrific man, and I am pleased to enclose a check,” the mogul wrote. “I hope the memories you have of him will provide you with some comfort in the days ahead — the city of New York has lost a true hero.”
Figoski left behind four daughters: Christine, 20, a SUNY Oneonta undergrad; Caitlyn, 18, a SUNY Plattsburgh undergrad; Caroline, 16, and Corrine, 14, both high-school students in West Babylon.
Donations to the Peter Figoski Scholarship Fund are tax deductible and can be made by mailing checks to the charity’s addresses. Credit and debit card donations can be made at www.nycpolicefoundation.org
Both mail and online donations should be clearly marked for the Peter Figoski Scholarship Fund.
Local pols said the community needs to come together after the tragedy.
“His sacrifice and commitment to the people of New York City should never be forgotten,” said Assemblyman Hakeem Jeffries (D-Brooklyn). “Our community should do all that we can to support his family in their time of need.”
Sen. Chuck Schumer said he hopes the criminals receive the maximum punishment, and added, “I commend the New York Post for their work in setting up this scholarship fund to support Officer Figoski’s children.”
12/16/11 - The veteran cop even held off on retiring two years ago — despite his eligibility for a full pension.
“Stability for the kids kept him on the job,” said elder brother Bob Figoski, himself a retired cop. “The economy is real bad, so it was a good idea financially to keep working.”
That dedication moved New Yorkers both rich and poor to contribute to the fund — launched by the New York Post and the New York City Police Foundation.
Donald Trump wrote a $10,000 check, and included a letter to the daughters.
“I was truly saddened to hear of the tragic passing of your father, who I understand was a terrific man, and I am pleased to enclose a check,” the mogul wrote. “I hope the memories you have of him will provide you with some comfort in the days ahead — the city of New York has lost a true hero.”
Figoski left behind four daughters: Christine, 20, a SUNY Oneonta undergrad; Caitlyn, 18, a SUNY Plattsburgh undergrad; Caroline, 16, and Corrine, 14, both high-school students in West Babylon.
Donations to the Peter Figoski Scholarship Fund are tax deductible and can be made by mailing checks to the charity’s addresses. Credit and debit card donations can be made at www.nycpolicefoundation.org
Both mail and online donations should be clearly marked for the Peter Figoski Scholarship Fund.
Local pols said the community needs to come together after the tragedy.
“His sacrifice and commitment to the people of New York City should never be forgotten,” said Assemblyman Hakeem Jeffries (D-Brooklyn). “Our community should do all that we can to support his family in their time of need.”
Sen. Chuck Schumer said he hopes the criminals receive the maximum punishment, and added, “I commend the New York Post for their work in setting up this scholarship fund to support Officer Figoski’s children.”
