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Over the past several years, the YMCA of Greenwich has experienced significant growth and transformation, expanding programs, strengthening community partnerships, growing childcare services, increasing outreach efforts, and deepening its impact across Greenwich. Continue Reading →
J.R. Burton and Ben Ho head to Tanzania this July to climb Kilimanjaro and raise funds for a local primary school with urgent needs. Continue Reading →
The June 20 Open Water Swim Benefits Alliance for Cancer Gene Therapy and Honors Two Decades of Community Support. Continue Reading →
When Principal Grandville asked the children to consider what it felt like when, for instance, they had missed lunch or had a late dinner, and many of them raised their hands, it lead to an explanation and discussion about food insecurity right here in Greenwich. Continue Reading →
“The Greenwich Police Department is proud to serve such a supportive community, and the Scholarship Fund helps ensure the children of our officers have the opportunity to pursue their academic goals. We are grateful to everyone who participated, sponsored, volunteered, and attended.” – Greenwich Police Chief Jim Heavey Continue Reading →
The Greenwich Scholarship Association will be the beneficiary of the Woman’s Club of Greenwich’s Concert on the Lawn on Friday, June 5 — an evening dedicated to helping local students achieve a college education through need-based scholarships. Continue Reading →
Registration is now open for the 2026 Greenwich Police Department Scholarship Fund Benefit Car Show, which will take place on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 10:00am to 2:00pm at Town Hall, located at 101 Field Point Road in Greenwich. In the event of rain, the rain date will be Sunday, June 7, 2026. The popular community event will feature a wide array of classic, antique, custom, and exotic cars all on display in the heart of Greenwich. The car show is free for spectators and open to the public. The Greenwich Police Department Scholarship Fund invites car owners to sign up for early-bird pre-registration by May 29. Continue Reading →
If you are not currently in a position to bring a pet into your home, you can still play a vital role in contributing to these wonderful organizations. Consider reaching out to these shelters to discuss temporary fostering opportunities, which get animals out of kennels and into a home environment. Additionally, these nonprofits rely entirely on financial donations, volunteer kennel assistance, and supplies from their public wish lists to keep their doors open. – Ava Caroll Continue Reading →
Proceeds from the tournament will benefit the Pat Bria Scholarship Fund, established to honor the legacy of Coach Pat Bria and his lasting impact on the Greenwich community. Continue Reading →
“Stamp Out Hunger is always a welcome boom to Neighbor to Neighbor’s food reserves, but this year the need is greater than ever. It may come as a surprise that even in a community as prosperous as Greenwich, more than 11% of residents face food insecurity – and that number is climbing. The rising costs of food, gas, and other everyday expenses, coupled with changes to eligibility for federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, have led to a 13% increase in our clients since this time last year.” – K Brent Hill, Executive Director of Neighbor to Neighbor Continue Reading →