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The campaign supports four key YMCA programs that work together to meet the needs of working families and children across a wide age range — from toddlers taking their first steps into preschool to elementary students navigating the classroom and playground. Continue Reading →
Since the COVID-19 outbreak in 2020, according to Open Doors, Connecticut has seen a 40% rise in food insecurity—affecting an additional 152,600 residents. Today, 1 in 7 people in the state face hunger, including 1 in 6 children. Much of this spike is due to the soaring cost of groceries. Continue Reading →
Greenwich native Robert Moss who graduated from GHS in 2013 has started an apparel company featuring his original photos of wildlife to promote conservation efforts. Continue Reading →
What began as a fun way to give back has become a powerful community
tradition. On June 23, the annual Swing Fore Hope marked its 25th year with 76 enthusiastic women golfers at the Griffith E. Harris Golf Course to drive change for local families. Continue Reading →
The Avon Theatre – Deborah & Chuck Royce Cinema Arts Center is launching the public phase of the Avon reCreated Capital Campaign, a bold initiative to preserve the theatre’s historic charm while upgrading our beloved nonprofit cinema for the next generation. Continue Reading →
Next Sunday, July 27 from 12:00 to 4:00pm Eva Barber and Tyler Bell are partnering with Kate and Meg Fronio for a shopping fundraiser to benefit Gains for Guyana at The Marketplace, a popular vintage thrift store in Byram. Continue Reading →
Neighbor to Neighbor will accept clothing donations on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays as part of this pilot during normal operating hours. Community members are encouraged to donate new or clean gently used seasonal children’s clothing for youth sizes 0-16. Ripped, damaged or soil clothing is not appropriate to donate. Continue Reading →
The program, which provides local students with back-to-school clothes, supplies, and confidence, will serve 125 students this August — a 25% increase from 2024. Thanks to growing community support and generous donations, the Y will host five shopping nights in August at Kohl’s in Port Chester. Continue Reading →
The non-profits address address critical needs in health, education, and self-sufficiency – the top priorities identified through our Community Needs Assessment. Continue Reading →
“Every dollar truly makes a difference. You can hear the crowd cheering for more every year—your support helps us deliver that ‘wow’ factor.” – Joe Siciliano, director of Greenwich Parks & Rec Continue Reading →