IN many Westchester families, planning for summer can rival organizing for the school year.

The typical Westchester family has only three-quarters of the income needed for even a condominium unit.

It's an irresistible stop for travelers returning from points north, and more than a few Westchester families make regular pilgrimages.

The private, nonprofit group has provided volunteers to work with 700 Westchester families where abuse has taken place.

The gift was made by a Westchester family that has been a longtime supporter of the school, Einstein officials said.

They and about 40 other homeless Westchester families are not the only ones angry and confused.

In 1999, the group surveyed Westchester families and found 96 percent in favor of the project.

Several Westchester families pledge to buy toys for the children.

Many Westchester families could not afford that luxury.

"On balance, they have very good opportunity for travel with Westchester families."