Westwood UNICO brought students, families and community members together April 25 for its annual pasta dinner supporting autism awareness and two special education schools, EPIC and Quest. The event, held at the Westwood Community Center, raised money for EPIC, which serves students ages 3 to 21, and Quest, which serves adults 21 and older. Local high school students, including members of Pascack Hills Unified, helped set up and run the dinner.
Westwood UNICO, part of the largest Italian American service organization in the United States, has served the community for 68 years. The organization’s motto, “Service Above Self,” reflects its commitment to charitable work and the promotion of Italian American heritage. Its efforts include support for cancer research, autism awareness, mental health initiatives, food banks, toy drives and nursing scholarships.
