JOIN THE CELEBRATION

Join us in celebrating the connections impacting our community and those leading the way into the future.

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 6:30pm at the DoubleTree by Hilton Bristol, United Way of West Central Connecticut will showcase the impact Community Partners have in leading the way to resilient communities.

Along with dinner, guests have the opportunity to meet United Way of West Central Connecticut's Community Partners, learn about shared accomplishments, and honor the collective work done to strengthen our communities. Tickets are $75 per person.

Together, we are working toward a future where every person in every community can reach their full potential. 

For more information on the event, tickets, or event sponsorship opportunities, contact Sarah Mitchell, Resource Development Coordinator, smitchell@uwwestcentralct.org.

Meet Our Community Partners!

• Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut
• Boys and Girls Club of Bristol
• Bristol Adult Resource Center
• Bristol Child Development Center
• EDAdvance - Learning Academy
• Human Resource Agency of New Britain (HRA)
• Imagine Nation A Museum Early Learning Center
• Literacy Volunteers of Central Connecticut
• PARC, Inc.
• Plainville Early Learning Center
• Plymouth Community Food Pantry
• Prudence Crandall Center
• St. Vincent DePaul Mission of Bristol, Inc.
• The Agape House
• The Salvation Army
• United Way of Connecticut
• Wheeler Clinic

These organizations received funding from United Way of West Central Connecticut to support their community programs.

EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME: Year Seven of the Walsh Summer Work Experience Program

The seventh year of United Way of West Central Connecticut's Walsh Summer Work Experience Program (WSWEP) is on the books!

We are incredibly proud of all the students who took part in this year's program. They gained knowledge in career readiness, time management, teamwork, and problem-solving. By connecting youth with local employers, United Way helps keep our communities thriving.

Thank you to Bristol Health, Oma's Pride, Family Roots Produce Market Creative Jam Art Co., The Bristol Bazaar, Primo Press, ShopRite of Bristol, and Rolling Video Games of New England for not only providing employment but life-skills they will carry throughout their schooling and careers.

The WSWEP is funded by Main Street Community Foundation Tim and Mary Walsh Charitable Fund at the Main Street Community Foundation, Farmington Bank Community Foundation, City of Bristol Community Development Block Grant, and the Wally Barnes Fund for Community Leadership Initiatives at the Main Street Community Foundation.

For information on the program and how you can provide support to future high school student participants, please contact

President & CPO, Manny Martinez, mmartinez@uwwestcentralct.org

READY FOR A NEW SCHOOL YEAR

Thank you to all who supported United Way of West Central Connecticut's 2024 Adopt-A-Child Back to School Program.

Over 450 students who registered through our partner agencies and schools, received brand-new backpacks and school supplies!

Since 2005, United Way of West Central Connecticut, with the support of AMAZING donors, has provided 10,126 students in Bristol, Burlington, Plainville, and Plymouth, with the tools to start the new school year off on the right foot.

SAVE THE DATE!

If you have enjoyed United Way of West Central Connecticut's annual Fall Wine & Beer Tasting then you will love Seasonal Sips! Worldwide Wine & Spirits of Southington, will pour seasonal samples of wine, beer, and mixed cocktails from some of their favorite vendors for guests to enjoy. Now is the time to dig out those chunky sweaters, flannel shirts, and puffy vests in all the shades of fall-colored leaves for this 21+ event.

More to come on this event. Tickets will be on sale in the coming weeks. Sponsorship opportunities are also available.

For more information email smitchell@uwwestcentralct.org.

WAYS YOU CAN SUPPORT

YOUR COMMUNITY

The Thanksgiving Project

November 13 - 15



Invite your friends, family, co-workers, and community members to join us in helping feed the need in our four towns. This food drive is special because it supports food pantries, shelters, and other organizations dedicated to combating food insecurity in our communities.

Joy of Sharing - Toy Drive

December 2 - 5



Bring some holiday cheer to children and families in our four towns. This new toy drive, for children ages 3 to 14, provides toys to families who need extra support this holiday season. Toys are distributed to area agencies who apply for assistance.

VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) Program

Tax season is just around the corner and we are looking for volunteers now! No prior tax filing experience is required - all volunteers will receive IRS training and certification and may start as young as high school.

For more information and how YOU can get involved with any of the above programs, please contact Nancy Micloskey, nmicloskey@uwwestcentralct.org

Thank you to our 2024 Year-Long Sponsors