We envision a community united in its efforts to ensure that individuals and families achieve their full potential. Our Mission is to inspire and coordinate the generosity and commitment that sustains a united, thriving community.
Food pioneer Gemma Moran leaves a legacy of caring
Gemma began working at United Way of Southeastern Connecticut in 1973 and served as a vital link between the United Way programs and services and working men and women. Through her work as a labor liaison and referral agent, Gemma saw the needs in the community firsthand.

In 1988 the Gemma E. Moran United Way/Labor Food Center became a reality in partnership with the AFL-CIO local unions and with the help of numerous volunteers. The Food Center began with just a few member pantries and has grown to 68 member agencies that are part of the local emergency food system to feed those in need.

Read more about Gemma and her legacy or watch the video below. (Please note the link will bring you to our YouTube channel.)
Gemma was an activist, pioneer, founder, United Way AFL-CIO Labor Liaison, and fridge-filler.

Donations to The Gemma Legacy Fund will be invested to collectively create sustainable support for the ongoing operation of the Food Center program. Our vision is to best position the Food Center to eliminate food insecurity in New London County.
Your Voice Counts Celebration
Pictured above are students who successfully completed Your Voice Counts along with New London Youth Affairs staff. (Please note the link below will bring you to our YouTube channel.)
The inaugural Your Voice Counts program recently concluded with a celebration event.

Students were challenged to create a project that showcases their learning and intentions for putting skills into practice beyond the classroom. The final event honored the time and effort students put into their personal development and projects.

Your Voice Counts promotes trust and civility, aiming to improve communication, critical thinking, and understanding among high school students.

Youth gain skills needed to navigate conversations that often result in divisiveness to help make the world a kinder place, one which will contribute to a more positive community.
IMPACT AREA: Thriving Children & Youth
New Loaned Employee at the Food Center
DID YOU KNOW that we are fortunate to have an employee on loan who works at our Food Center one day a week?

Meet Ernie Richards, who is a huge help to the United Way team in the warehouse.

Special thanks to Ernie's sponsors, General Dynamics-Electric Boat and the Metal Trades Council of New London County!
Reception at Stonington Vineyard video highlights
(Please note the link below will bring you to our YouTube channel.)
Thank you to those who donated to the National Association of Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger food drive this year and to the participating letter carriers.

The equivalent of more than 16,000 was collected in New London County benefit our Gemma E. Moran United Way/Labor Food Center and member pantries.
United Way Night at the Connecticut Sun is on Thursday, June 8 when the Sun will take on the Las Vegas Aces, reigning WNBA champs. $5 of every ticket sold benefits United Way.

Added bonus! The first 2,500 fans will receive a Connecticut Sun foam finger.
Volunteer of the Month

Paul Cummings has been a faithful, "regular" volunteer every Tuesday for the last two years at the Gemma E. Moran United Way/Labor Food Center.

He is independent and a leader. He's helped show the ropes to new volunteers. He's reliable and very easy to get along with.

Thank you Paul!
Story of Impact
Diane continued to meet with her case manager for housing advocacy, and she and her children moved out of Phoenix House within two years and into permanent, stable housing. She is in her final semester for her bachelor’s degree.
IMPACT AREA: Promoting Independence
Thank you to the MDA-UAW 571 for being the Presenting Sponsor of the 3rd annual United Way Cornhole Tournament! Haven't registered yet to play? Click here and sign up.
Bloomin' 4 Good at the Uncasville Stop & Shop, 2020 Norwich-New London Turnpike, throughout the month of June.
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