Father Felix Varela Wins Toys for Tots Contest

Father Felix Varela employees gather around for the Toys for Tots awards presentation.

NALC Branch 1071 President Mike Gill(center) talks about the importance of giving back to the community in which you serve. Gill and Manager, Customer Service Armando Marsal (R) were pleased with carriers' contributions to the U.S. Marines Toys for Tots Campaign.

(L to R:) Jann Miller, Manager, Human Resources; Sergeant Michael Morin, Corporal John Hirnyk , and Damaris Agrait, Manager, Learning Development and Diversity, congratulated Father Felix Varela employees for being named the Post Office that collected the most toys in the district.

(L to R:) Damaris Agrait, Manager, Learning Development and Diversity; Miami Postmaster David Boardman: Manager, Customer Service Operations Joseph Croce; Manager, Human Resources Jann Miller and Marines join employees in celebrating their award for collecting the most toys of all the Post Offices in the district.

Father Felix Varela Manager, Customer Service Armando Marsal (center) joins Marines in thanking Michelle Mitchell and Mercy Tercilla who coordinated the branch campaign.

Traditionally, postal employees are well known for their generosity, especially during the holiday season. The U.S. Marines issued a challenge to employees in last year’s Toys for Tots Campaign, and the South Florida District Plant and Post Office that collected the most toys would receive a plaque and a visit from Marines. Father Felix Varela employees won the Post Office category and were recognized as shown in photos above.

A/Customer Relations Coordinator Zeida Alvarez and NALC Union Representatives Javier Rodriguez and Miguel Araujo also attended the recognition ceremony.

Photos: Zeida Alvarez