49th Anniversary

Golf Tournament

Giving Back To Our Communities

United Way of West Central Connecticut's 49th Annual Golf Tournament was held Tuesday, June 6, at Tunxis Country Club in Farmington.

140 golfers enjoyed a wonderful day of 18 holes, contests, food, and prizes all while supporting United Way.

Over $70,000 was raised to benefit programs and community efforts in Bristol, Burlington, Plainville, and Plymouth. Thank you to our community, volunteers, and sponsors for their continued support.

SAVE THE DATE

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 for United Way of West Central Connecticut's 50th Anniversary Golf Tournament at Tunxis Country Club, Farmington.

Thank You Sponsors

Interested in becoming a 50th Anniversary Golf Tournament sponsor? Contact Sarah Mitchell, Resource Development Coordinator, at smitchell@uwwestcentralct.org 

or 860-582-9559 x407 for more information.

Day of Caring a Success!

United Way of West Central Connecticut's 31st Day of Caring was a success. The weather was wonderful on Friday, May 19 with over 300 volunteers spending the day giving back to the community.

Many long-time volunteer teams returned such as Cigna, Webster Bank, and Bauer. And several first-time Day of Caring volunteer teams, M&T Bank, and Main Street Community Foundation joined the United Way family.

This year, 19 nonprofits signed up to be project sites. These organizations are dedicated to serving their communities and making a positive impact on society. Among the project sites this year were Bristol Adult Resource Center, Wheeler Health, Bristol Historical Society, Wheeler YMCA, St. Vincent De Paul Mission, and many more!

Each of these nonprofits offers unique programs and services that cater to different needs within the community. Bristol Adult Resource Center, for instance, provides support and employment opportunities for adults with disabilities. Wheeler Health, on the other hand, is a healthcare provider that offers a range of services, including primary care, behavioral health, and addiction treatment.

The Bristol Historical Society is dedicated to preserving the history of Bristol, Connecticut, while the Wheeler YMCA promotes health and wellness through various programs and activities. The St. Vincent De Paul Mission is a nonprofit that provides food, shelter, and other essential services to those in need.

Overall, the 19 nonprofits that have signed up to be project sites this year represent a diverse range of causes and missions. Each organization is committed to making a positive impact on their community, and we are proud to support their efforts through our project.

Thank you to all who participated in this year's Day of Caring! This year's Day of Caring shirt said it all, "United Starts With You"!

Interested in becoming a 32nd Day of Caring sponsor?

Contact Sarah Mitchell, Resource Development Coordinator, at smitchell@uwwestcentralct.org or 860-582-9559 x407

for more information.

Thank You

To Our Grant Funders

United Way of West Central Connecticut was recently awarded several grants to continue providing support for our programs and initiatives.

United Way of West Central Connecticut was awarded $15,000 from the Barnes Group Foundation, $20,477 from the Stocker Foundation, and $24,150 from the Connecticut Network for Children and Youth to support Bristol Early Childhood Alliance (BECA).

BECA is committed to ensuring that every single child in Bristol is healthy and ready to learn by age five, and achieves developmental and school success by age nine.

United Way of West Central Connecticut was awarded $3,000 from Thomaston Savings Bank to support Youth Board and Kids In The Middle programs.



Youth Board and Kids In The Middle provide students in Bristol, Burlington, Plainville, and Plymouth with leadership tools and skills to be advocates for change.

United Way of West Central Connecticut was awarded $5,000 from ESPN to support the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program.



VITA offers free basic tax return preparation to qualified individuals. The program has been in operation for over 50 years.

Save The Date!

Join the communities of Bristol, Burlington, Plainville, and Plymouth on Wednesday, September 13 for the 21st Annual Community Builders' Reception at the DoubleTree by Hilton!

We will celebrate and recognize those who make west central Connecticut great and kick off the 2023 Campaign.

Additional event information will be available shortly. If you wish to become an event sponsor, contact Sarah Mitchell, Resource Development Coordinator at smitchell@uwwestcentralct.org, for sponsor information.

Join Us Saturday, June 17 for Family Fun Day

Rain or Shine!

Bristol Eastern Soccer Field (King Street, Bristol)

www.uwwestcentralct.org

860-582-9559