Page 8 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 16, 2025 Revere Police Activities League and Foundation Trust host ‘Building Healthy Communities’ event Special to Th e Advocate O n Saturday, May 3, the Foundation Trust sponsored the first “Building Healthy Communities” event at the Rumney Marsh Academy in partnership with the Revere Police Activities League (PAL). Rumney Marsh Academy students and families were invited to a day of activities, including a 3-point basketball competition, volleyball, cornhole and Kan Jam. Volunteers from the school community and the Revere Police Department graciously donated their time to run the activities and fostered a positive environment for youths and local law enforcement to engage and have fun. This event was a joint eff ort conceived by the Foundation Trust’s Executive Director, Dr. Joseph Spinazzola, and organized and implemented by PAL’s Director, Kris Oldoni. “Dr. Spinazzola and the Foundation Trust are such a tremendous resource for the Revere Police Activities League and the Revere community. The Foundation Trust is committed to supporting programs and agencies that provide opportunities for children and families. Revere PAL and the Foundation Trust have partnered throughout the years to uplift those in need,” stated Oldoni. The event also included a series of speaker presentations for families from local offi cials and community leaders. Revere Mayor Patrick Keefe Jr. and State Representatives Jeff Turco and Jessica Giannino (DRevere) were in attendance and shared words of support. “Healthy Community Day is a great example of what happens when local organizations come together to uplift and support our families,” said Representative Giannino. “It was EVENT | SEE Page 19
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