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TOGETHER WE CAN DO MORE THAN
ANY ONE OF US CAN DO ALONE.
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You Can Be A Part
of the Day of Caring
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Day of Caring began in 1992 as a way to connect employees of local corporations with human service agencies United Ways support.
Thirty-one years later, this annual event offers hundreds of people, of all ages, the opportunity to volunteer at non-profit organizations in the communities of Bristol, Burlington, Plainville, and Plymouth.
Last year United Way of West Central Connecticut had over 300 volunteers at thirty locations throughout our four towns. Volunteers mulched and cleaned garden beds, picked up litter, painted porches, organized food pantry shelves, and more!
Are you a company, community group, or individual looking for a volunteer opportunity? Or are you a non-profit in Bristol, Burlington, Plainville, or Plymouth that has a project for volunteers?
Contact Manny Martinez at mmartinez@uwwestcentralct.org
by March 31 for more information and ways to register for
the 31st Annual Day of Caring.
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FORE! Time To Register Your Golf Four-Some | |
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Registration for the 49th Annual Golf Tournament is now open! This year the Tournament will be held at a "new-to-us" course, Tunxis Country Club, (87 Town Farm Road, Farmington) on Tuesday, June 6, 2023.
The day begins with check-in and breakfast at 8:00am followed by a shotgun start at 9:30am. Boxed lunches will be provided along with dinner, awards & prizes at the conclusion of the Tournament. The Tournament is a four-person scramble format.
This is a perfect way to welcome the summer season and support the community. Funds from this tournament assist over 20+ programs and initiatives that United Way of West Central Connecticut supports for those living and working in Bristol, Burlington, Plainville, and Plymouth.
Registration can be done online through EventBrite or by returning the form below. Simply click the photo, print, complete, and mail with payment.
Questions? Contact Sarah Mitchell, Resource Development Coordinator, at smitchell@uwwestcentralct.org
or 860-582-9559 x407.
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Thank You for Supporting Bloomin' 4 Good | | |
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Thank you to all those who purchased Stop & Shop Bloomin' 4 Good bouquets during the month of February.
You brighten someone's day and helped bring an end to food insecurity in the communities of Plymouth, Plainville, Burlington, and Bristol.
As a community, we raised $90 to help end hunger!
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2023 Walsh Summer
Work Experience
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Summer is right around the corner. Applications for the 2023 Walsh Summer Work Experience Program (WSWEP) will be available at Guidance Departments at Bristol Central High School, Bristol Eastern High School, and St. Paul Catholic High School beginning on Monday, April 17, 2023.
There are 25 positions available for Bristol students age 16 and up. Applications are reviewed by a committee and students will be notified if they have been selected. Past job sites include Bristol Hospital, Family Roots Produce Market, and Primo Press.
WSWEP is a seven-week, paid work experience, and career readiness skills program, funded by the Tim and Mary Walsh donor-advised fund through Main Street Community Foundation. This program began serving Bristol students in 2009 and since 2017, it has been a collaboration with United Way of West Central CT and Main Street Community Foundation.
For more information on the Walsh Summer Work Experience Program, please contact Nancy Micloskey at 860-582-9559 x402
or nmicloskey@uwwestcentralct.org.
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In February local care providers came together for the Early Care & Education Regional Meeting. The group focused on advocacy, social and emotional techniques, shared available resources for early care and education, and had thought-provoking peer-to-peer discussions. These meetings are open to all early care providers in Plainville, Burlington, Plymouth/Terryville, and Bristol.
"As an active part of the Early Childhood community in Plymouth, the regional meetings supported by United Way of West Central CT have been an amazing way for me to stay connected to the larger communities around me. The support and sharing only helps the work we do to support young children and their families. It Takes a Village!"
- Lori Borysewicz, Infant Family Specialist, Plymouth Family Resource Coordinator/Early Childhood Specialist -
Thank you to all who attended the Regional Meeting.
For more information on United Way of West Central Connecticut's Early Childhood Programs and available resources, please contact Donna Koser, Early Childhood Coordinator, at 860-582-9559 x400 or dkoser@uwwestcentralct.org.
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Sponsorships
Now Available
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Are you a business or community organization looking to sponsor United Way of West Central Connecticut events?
We have something for everyone! This year we are offering an annual sponsorship that covers ALL United Way events for the year AND we have single event sponsorships for signature events, such as Community Builders' Reception or the Wine & Beer Tasting.
For more information please contact Sarah Mitchell, Resource Development Coordinator, at smitchell@uwwestcentralct.org or 860-582-9559 x407.
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Our 2023 calendar of events is ready to go.
Save the dates, invite your friends, and get ready to LIVE UNITED with United Way of West Central Connecticut.
For additional information and ways to get involved as a volunteer, sponsor, or attendee, please contact Sarah Mitchell, Resource Development Coordinator, at smitchell@uwwestcentralct.org or 860-582-5995 x407.
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