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Refrigeration Units Allow Families In Need To Access Fresh, Perishable Food 

 "My Children Never Had To Go To School Hungry"

Refrigeration Units Allow Families in Need to Access Fresh Food

Refrigeration Units Allow Families In Need To Access Fresh, Perishable Food 

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Food Distributions at Danbury High School Help Thousands

Food Distributions at Danbury High School Help Thousands
Food Distribution in Danbury

More than 3,400 individuals and families in the greater Danbury community have benefited from a drive-thru food distribution that takes place on Saturdays from 10 am to 1 pm at Danbury High School. More than 128,000 pounds of food have been distributed on Saturdays in August, September, and October 2021. 

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Going High Tech to Address the Problems of Struggling Families

Going High Tech to Address the Problems of Struggling Families
Prosperi-Key

Digital Platform Called Prosperi-Key Provides Access to Services 24/7 

While addressing the needs of paycheck-to-paycheck households, United Way of Western Connecticut realized that most struggling people don't have time to track down the services and supports that could make their lives easier. They need access 24/7, outside of working hours. 

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United Way's Educational Funding Changes Lives Every Day

United Way's Educational Funding Changes Lives Every Day

United Way's Educational Funding

 

United Way's Educational Funding Changes Lives Every Day 

A car accident last year sent 7-year-old John’s world crashing down: his father was killed, and his mother now struggles to raise him alone while caring for his ill grandmother. The stressors on the family are immense.  

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Bridge to College Keeps Stamford High School Graduates on Track

Bridge to College Keeps Stamford High School Graduates on Track

Bridge to College

Program Makes Sure Students Attend College in the Fall

The college admissions process can be daunting for even the most savvy students and their parents. But for high school seniors who are the first in their families to go on to higher education, or for students new to this country, the hurdles can be overwhelming.  

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Stamford After School Programs Offer Fun For Students, Peace of Mind for Parents

Stamford After School Programs Offer Fun For Students, Peace of Mind for Parents

After School Programs

United Way-Funded Programs Keep Kids on Track While Parents Work

Allison leaves for the train to Stamford at 4:45 am for her first job, while her 7-year-old and 12-year-old daughters sleep. Her older daughter gets the younger ready for school before they are picked up by a neighbor at 7:15 am. 

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8 Reasons to Love 211 Connecticut

8 Reasons to Love 211 Connecticut
211 Connecticut

In a crisis, in a disaster---in a pandemic---211 Connecticut is here to help every person in our community. From finding food and paying for housing and bills to connecting to other essential services, 211 is there. 211 Connecticut is part of the national 211 network, United to help as many people as possible. 

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Join Us in Welcoming Edith Presley as President of Stamford Cradle to Career

Join Us in Welcoming Edith Presley as President of Stamford Cradle to Career
Edith Presley

It is with great excitement that we announce Edith Pressley as the next President of Stamford Cradle to Career. Beginning January 18, 2022, Ms.

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United Way’s Pathways to Prosperity Campaign Helps Struggling Families

United Way’s Pathways to Prosperity Campaign Helps Struggling Families
Pathways to Prosperity

United Way of Western Connecticut launched the public phase of the Pathways to Prosperity Campaign in August of 2021 to help the hardworking, struggling families we call ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) who live in Southern Litchfield County, Northern Fairfield County, and Stamford. 

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Our deepest condolences to Peter Buck's family

It is with deep sadness that we mark the passing of Danbury’s great philanthropist and businessman, Dr. Peter Buck.
Peter Buck

It is with deep sadness that we mark the passing of Danbury’s great philanthropist and businessman, Dr. Peter Buck.

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