Greenwich Village Community Rallies to Support 100-Year-Old WWII Veteran

A Century of Service and Life

• 🎖️ Albert Bennett, a 100-year-old combat veteran of World War II, has lived in his Greenwich Village apartment for decades.
• 🎭 After his military service, Albert pursued careers as an editor and an actor, even appearing in early episodes of Law and Order.

Financial Struggles and Community Support

• 💸 Albert's savings and small pension became insufficient to cover the rising costs of living in New York City, threatening his long-time home.
• 🤝 His neighbors stepped in to help when he began to struggle financially.

Successful GoFundMe Campaign

• 💖 A neighbor initiated a GoFundMe page that quickly gained traction within the community.
• 💰 The campaign successfully raised over $13,000, exceeding expectations and including donations from both acquaintances and strangers.

Ensuring Albert's Future

• ✅ The funds raised are sufficient to cover Albert's rent-stabilized apartment, home health aid, and other essential expenses through 2026.
• 🏡 Albert expressed deep gratitude for the community's support, proud to still call New York City his home at 100 years old.

Active Community Member

• 🌳 Beyond his personal support, Albert is also an active community preservationist for the trees on his block in Greenwich Village.