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Neighbor to Neighbor Announces New Board and Staff Changes as Need Rises

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  Neighbor to Neighbor has been Greenwich’s only dedicated food pantry for more than 50 years, filling gaps in the community with the support of donors, volunteers, and partners. As needs shift, the organization has shifted with them. And today, the need is greater than ever. Rising costs of food, gas, and other everyday expenses, along with changes to eligibility for federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, have pushed Neighbor to Neighbor’s client numbers up 13% compared to this time last year. And more than 11,000 families across Fairfield County are at risk of losing some or all of their SNAP benefits, a change expected to have a ripple effect on Neighbor to Neighbor and other food pantries in the area. Continue Reading →

Filed under: Giving, Volunteering, Adam Leader, Bobbie Walker, Chris Asmis, Elizabeth Mulligan, Ellen-Jane Moss, Geoffrey Erickson

Community Pantry at GHS: Meeting the Students Where They Are

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PTA volunteers Jennette Leal and Maureen Harper were busy before spring break sending students home with fresh produce and items like bags of beans and rice their families can use for meal prep. The community pantry at GHS was originally started by Folsom House administrator Andrew Byrne and assistant dean Laura Boyd to help about 40 students. Word of mouth spread and they quickly learned there are more students in need.   Continue Reading →

Filed under: Giving, Schools, Andrew Byrne, Filling in the Blanks, Folsom House, Food Bank of Lower Fairfield County, GHS Community Pantry, GHS PTA

YMCA of Greenwich Helps 125 Children Start the School Year with Confidence

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“This program is about so much more than new shoes or a backpack. It is about giving kids the confidence to walk into the first day of school feeling seen, supported, and excited to learn. As a volunteer myself, I have seen firsthand the smiles, the pride, and the connections these kids make with caring adults in our community. That is what makes this program so special: it reminds every child that they are not alone, and that their community is rooting for them to succeed.” – Matthew Skaarup, CEO of the YMCA of Greenwich Continue Reading →

Filed under: Giving, Schools, DATTCO, Demetria Nelson, Dr. Toni Jones, Kohl’s, Matthew Skaarup, Neighbor to Neighbor

The Woman’s Club of Greenwich Announces 2025 Philanthropy Awards

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The recipients of this year’s awards from The Woman’s Club of Greenwich were the Audubon Camper Program, Barbara’s House, Call-A-Ride, Greenwich Campership Program, Greenwich Scholarship Fund, Greenwich Tree Conservancy, Greenwich Symphony, Neighbor To Neighbor, River House and the YWCA Harmony Project. Continue Reading →

Filed under: Giving, Volunteering, Audubon Camper Program, Barbara's House, Call-A-Ride, Greenwich Campership Program, Greenwich Scholarship Fund, Greenwich Symphony

Neighbor to Neighbor Announces 50th Anniversary Celebration

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The 50th anniversary event will feature keynote speaker Marcus Samuelsson who will share his life story and its impact on his professional and philanthropic life, as it relates to Neighbor to Neighbor. Samuelsson will also highlight the importance of collaboration with the community to address the problem of food insecurity. Continue Reading →

Filed under: Giving, Volunteering, K. Brent Hill, Marcus Samuelsson, Neighbor to Neighbor

Neighbor to Neighbor Expands Food Pantry Hours

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“We saw a significant increase of monthly families coming to the pantry in 2024. Seeing these numbers rise really helped drive this decision to expand our hours, as the demand is now increasing more than ever. We hope the new schedule will allow us to accommodate more individuals and families in 2025.” – Executive Director, Brent Hill. Continue Reading →

Filed under: Giving, Volunteering, Neighbor to Neighbor

Community Support Shines at Neighbor to Neighbor Luncheon

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Neighbor to Neighbor’s recent Spring Luncheon allowed attendees to stand together and fight hunger in the area. The Greenwich nonprofit currently serves over 575 households weekly with food and household essentials. The April 3 luncheon served as a call to action for like minded individuals to advocate for their neighbors in need. The event featured inspiring speeches by Lydia Fenet (Auctioneer, Author, Podcast Host), K. Brent Hill (NTN Executive Director), Angelique Dawson (Chair), and Kristen Shapiro and John Schulman (Co-Presidents). Additionally, a profound testimony of gratitude was given by Neighbor to Neighbor client “Kayte L.” Continue Reading →

Filed under: Giving, Volunteering, Angelique Dawson, Cindy Lyall, Connie Figgie, Elizabeth Mills, John A. Shulman, K. Brent Hill