Testimony In Support of Senate Bill No. 981: An Act Concerning Revenue Items to Implement the Governor’s Budget

Testimony In Support of Senate Bill No. 981: An Act Concerning Revenue Items to Implement the Governor’s  Budget

Dear Senator Fonfara, Representative Horn, Senator Martin, Representative Cheeseman, and members of the Finance, Revenue and Bonding Committee:

Thank you for the opportunity to testify in support of creating state tax policies that advance the needs of Connecticut’s ALICE families.

Testimony In Support of Senate Bill No. 1216: “An Act Concerning Funding for Student Meals.” A

Testimony In Support of Senate Bill No. 1216: “An Act Concerning Funding for  Student Meals.” A

Senator Osten, Representative Walker, Senator Berthel, Representative Nuccio, and esteemed Connecticut General Assembly members of the Appropriations Committee, 

Thank you for the opportunity to testify in support of Senate Bill No. 1216 “An Act Concerning Funding for Student Meals.” As President of United Way of Western CT and President of Stamford Cradle to Career, we are submitting written testimony in support of no-cost school meals for all, which promotes the academic success ofConnecticut’s students and provides tangible, financial relief to Connecticut families.

#MorningWithoutChildCare Rally in Danbury

#MorningWithoutChildCare Rally in Danbury

For the second year in a row, United Way of Western Connecticut and its network of Cora’s Kids child care providers hosted one of seven #MorningWithoutChildCare rallies across the state. Elected officials, child care providers, and supporters gathered outside of the Danbury Public Library on March 8th in support of the movement led by Child Care for Connecticut’s Future, which is working to shine a light on the importance of affordable, quality child care.

No-cost Meals for Our Students

No-cost Meals for Our Students

Yesterday, at the Governor’s recommendation, the Connecticut Legislature voted to provide students with universal no-cost meals for the remainder of the 2022-2023 school year. This is a tremendous victory and will ensure that no child goes hungry during the school day. This win is a result of the advocacy and outreach of so many of our United Way friends and supporters. Without your calls and emails, we would not be celebrating this critically important step for our youth and families.  

Hearts for Hygiene: Accepting Donations!

Hearts for Hygiene: Accepting Donations!

This Valentine’s Day we’re working with the New Milford Rotary Club to collect donations for the New Milford community! Give back through the donation of hygiene products for women, men, and children.  

The Hearts for Hygiene drive-up & drop-off will take place on Saturday, February 25th from 9:00 A.M.-12:00 P.M. at the Pettibone Community Center. You can also bring donations to United Way of Western Connecticut located at 24 Bank Street in New Milford or the Mayor’s Office at 10 Main Street.