A group of local teens is helping reduce plastic waste in Long Island Sound — one restaurant meal at a time. Continue Reading →
Small Choices, Big Impact: The Maritime Aquarium’s Teen Volunteers Lead New Sustainability Initiative
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The Junior League of Greenwich Welcomed 2,000+ People to 19th Touch A Truck!
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Welcoming more than 2,000 attendees, the Junior League’s hands-on, family-friendly community event allowed children to climb, explore, and interact with heavy machinery and emergency vehicles. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Around Town, Volunteering
Scott Johnson Honored, Sue Bodson Elected Chair of Parks & Rec Board
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“I am honored to step into the role of Board Chair on July 1 and grateful for the opportunity to continue serving a town and a parks system that means so much to me.” – Sue Moretti Bodson Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Volunteering, Greenwich Board of Parks & Recreation, Joe Siciliano, Nancy Caplan, Scott Johnson, Sue Moretti Bodson
Swim Across America Fairfield County Marks 20 Years of Making Waves to Fight Cancer
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The June 20 Open Water Swim Benefits Alliance for Cancer Gene Therapy and Honors Two Decades of Community Support. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Giving, Health, Sports, Volunteering, Alliance for Cancer Gene Therapy, Swim Across America Fairfield County
Parkway School Gives Back: “Parkway Cares” Raises Funds for Neighbor to Neighbor
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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 →
Filed under: Giving, Schools, Volunteering, Amy Levin-Epstein Weber, Elvis Ruiz, Erynn Shedlin, Genevieve Panuska, Jason Grippo
Greenwich High School Student Completes SoundWaters Research Intensive
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A Greenwich high school student spent this spring conducting hands-on marine research through the SoundWaters Research Intensive (SRI), studying topics ranging from kelp farming to biodiversity. Their work offers a compelling look at how students are engaging with local environmental issues and Long Island Sound. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Volunteering, SoundWaters Research Intensive
Junior League of Greenwich Completes 100+ Volunteer Hours During Inaugural All Service Day
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Forty-five members partnered with local nonprofits across Greenwich in a day of hands-on service supporting children, families, and community organizations. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Volunteering, Junior League of Greenwich
Greenwich 8th Grade Capstone Project Highlights Benefits of Pet Rescue
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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 →
Filed under: Giving, Schools, Volunteering
Greenwich Schools PTA Council Honors Volunteers with Essence Awards
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On Tuesday morning a large group of Greenwich Public Schools PTA volunteers gathered at town hall to honor nominees for the Essence awards. This year there were an unprecedented 16 nominees. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Schools, Volunteering, Dr. Toni Jones, Kerri Murphy Gruss, Laura Kostin, Lauren Rabin, PTAC Essence Awards
With Food Insecurity Rising, Neighbors Help “Stamp Out Hunger”
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“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 →