United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut announced today that the legendary actress Rita Moreno will be the keynote speaker at this year’s Power of the Purse taking place June 6, 2024 at the Connecticut Convention Center.
United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut mobilized 200 volunteers to read to children at schools in East Hartford, Hartford and New Britain as part of Read Across America Day, an annual event that promotes the joy of reading for young ch
United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut announced today that it has named Clayton Jason as Chief Philanthropy Officer.
Hartford, CT (Jan. 29, 2024) – Today marks the first official day of the tax season, and Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) is back to offer free federal and state income tax preparation and filing for qualifying Connecticut residents.
United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut and FOX61 recognized and honored individuals, groups and organizations who make a significant contribution to health care, housing, financial empowerment and education in Connecticut at the inaugu
United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut announced its investment of $1.5 million to support ensure that people in central and northeastern Connecticut achieve financial security and basic needs are met when times are tough.
CONNECTICUT -- For more than a decade prior to the pandemic, a growing number of working poor families in Connecticut faced stagnating wages and a rising cost of living, according to a new report from the United Way.
ROCKY HILL, CT -- The Connecticut United Ways’ 2020 ALICE Report Lays Bare the Severity of the Economic Challenges Facing Many Families in the State and Outlines Proven Strategies to Move These Families Toward Financial Security.
HARTFORD, CT -- United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut is pleased to announce that the Connecticut Health and Educational Facilities Authority (CHEFA) has awarded a grant in the amount of $150,000 in support of the Connecticut United Ways COVID-19 Response Fund.
NEW BRITAIN – Supporting more city residents and families, the American Savings Foundation has donated $35,000 toward United Way’s Neighbors in Need Fund. Because United Way already specializes in supporting local nonprofit organizations, the funds were able to get a quick turnaround and have been given toward six New Britain nonprofit organizations, including the Community Mental Health Affiliates, Inc., Human Resources Agency of New Britain, the Prudence Crandall Center, YMCA of New Britain and Berlin, the CCARC Services for people with disabilities, and the Consolidated School District of New Britain.
NEW BRITAIN, CT -- With the next academic year less than three months away, the Consolidated School District of New Britain and the United Way of Central and Northeastern CT are partnering to create 10,000 face shields to meet safety needs in the fall.
HARTFORD, CT -- Nearly $1 million in federal support for food, emergency shelters, and homeless prevention services has been awarded to 25 non-profits and municipalities in Hartford County, according to United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut.
WINDSOR, CT -- The Town of Windsor, Windsor Chamber of Commerce, and United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut are partnering to provide direct financial assistance to Windsor residents struggling to meet basic needs due to COVID-19.
21 Community-Based Organizations to Receive Grants Totaling $286,000
WINDHAM, CT -- WAIM's Neighbor Safety Net Fund, established last month to help those suffering from the financial consequences of the COVID-19 crisis, is beginning to disburse payments to area residents. The fund has raised $90,000 in the first round of distributions, which are earmarked for those who have lost jobs, had their work hours reduced, or are otherwise struggling because of pandemic-related hardships. Two charitable organizations--The United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut and the Connecticut Health Foundation-- have also stepped up to support the Neighbor Safety Net Fund, pledging a total of $25,000.
ROCKY HILL, CT -- The Connecticut United Ways COVID-19 Response Fund has announced that more than 1,000 households across the state have now benefited from the Fund. The Fund is a unique joint effort launched by all 15 United Ways in Connecticut to help those who lost jobs, wages, or childcare, or who were otherwise financially affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
HARTFORD, CT -- United Way has made 12 awards in its first round of grants from its COVID-19 response fund, Neighbors in Need. The grants, totaling $127,000 will support local nonprofits in delivering important services to those most impacted by the pandemic. The awards will ensure that local families receive assistance related to rent; utilities; food; and, tele-health.
The Ion Bank Foundation has awarded $152,000 for COVID-19 Relief to area United Ways including United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut.
HARTFORD, CT -- United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut President and CEO Paula Gilberto spoke with MetroHartford Alliance Content Manager Nan Price about how the organization collaborates with partners, community leaders, donors, and volunteers to support communities throughout Connecticut.
HARTFORD, CT -- Today, the City of Hartford announced important initiatives designed to remove barriers to testing for Hartford residents, reduce the transmission of the virus within the Hartford community, and increase awareness and understanding of the coronavirus’ disproportionate impact in communities of color. The initiatives include partnerships with Hartford HealthCare, Trinity Health Of New England, the University of Connecticut’s School of Medicine, United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut, and CT Area Health Education Center (CT AHEC), as well as Federally Qualified Heath Centers.