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Oct 16, 2023, 7:32 AM

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During Hispanic Heritage Month, News 12 highlights Maria Garcia, a former educator, activist, and passionate philanthropist who is making a significant impact on the lives of hundreds in Westchester's largest city.

Garcia runs a food pantry, providing groceries to struggling families across Yonkers every Monday.

Additionally, she offers English classes to newly arrived Spanish speakers, aiming to empower the immigrant community.