updates

#MorningWithoutChildCare Rally in Danbury
Thursday, March 9, 2023
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 #…
Testimony In Support of House Bill No. 6659: Long-term Funding for Universal No-cost Meals
Thursday, February 23, 2023
Senator Osten, Representative Walker, Senator Berthel, Representative Nuccio, and esteemed Connecticut General Assembly members of the Appropriations…
Testimony In Support of House Bill No. 6659: Family Child Care Incubators
Thursday, February 23, 2023
Senator Osten, Representative Walker, and Members of the Appropriations Committee,  Thank you for the opportunity to submit testimony in support of…
February 17, 2023: Advocacy Updates
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
The legislative committee schedule is jampacked over the next few weeks. It's time to share our stories! Our items are advancing, and it's time to…
No-cost Meals for Our Students
Friday, February 10, 2023
Yesterday, at the Governor’s recommendation, the Connecticut Legislature voted to provide students with universal no-cost meals for the remainder of…
Hearts for Hygiene: Accepting Donations!
Tuesday, February 7, 2023
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…
The Danbury Social Service Grant Program Will Provide Funding to 18 Local Agencies
Tuesday, February 7, 2023
In July we announced a grant cycle with Mayor Dean Esposito of the City of Danbury for social service agencies to receive funding through the Danbury…
Wednesday, January 18, 2023
Community messengers are trained advocates who share important information within their neighborhoods.  As a community messenger, you can:…
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
United Way of Western Connecticut is pleased to announce this month’s Hometown Hero! Meet Maribel Sandalo, a local leader from Stamford, Connecticut…
Tuesday, November 22, 2022
The Connecticut Legislature has called a special session beginning Monday, November 28th. United Way of Western Connecticut, alongside End Hunger CT…