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Healthy Food & Stable Housing | Thriving Children | Financial Security
New Haven, Connecticut
Joined March 2009
There are many ways to support our neighbors who have lost access to SNAP benefits, from donating funds to our Neighbors United Emergency Food Response Fund to donating food to local pantries. Visit https://t.co/JMNmjQveHI for a list of resources to get help and for more on info
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Thanks to a collaborative effort, our team helped Nancy, an Early Head Start parent, secure a new computer so she could begin online medical billing and coding classes. With support from a Community Navigator, Nancy was connected to American Job Center to find a stable career.
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The Parent Leadership Training Institute is a 20 week training experience that equips parents and caregivers with the skills to effectively advocate for their children and their communities. Read more about the parents' experiences and learn more here: https://t.co/beAVKEGMDJ
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We are looking for volunteers to join us and Gather New Haven next Tuesday, the 16th, for a community garden cleanup! Register here: https://t.co/BSO8q2M0am
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Today is International Literacy Day! Since its inception in 1967, global and local communities are reflecting on the importance of literacy as a foundation to opening doors. Visit https://t.co/4iXJPByI2H to learn more about volunteering with the New Haven Tutoring Initiative.
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We joined United Way of Connecticut and other state United Ways at a press conference on ALICE data and the 2026 advocacy agenda. Testimonies from those affected by rising living costs highlighted the urgent need to advocate for the 581,000 households struggling financially.
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Next Sunday, you can check out the @NewHavenPrideCenter's Community Health Fair! This event is a fantastic opportunity for everyone in our community to access health resources, learn about local services, and connect with professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment.
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On August 18th, Burt Process Equipment volunteers teamed up with the @uwgnh to sort school supply donations. We’re proud to support United Way’s mission and give back to the community—every child deserves the tools to learn and thrive.
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☀️ SUN Meals & SUN Bucks help fill the gap when school’s out — but as SNAP & Medicaid face cuts, these programs are more vital than ever. We joined @uwgnh & @rosadelauro to call for their protection. 📍Find a SUN Meals site: https://t.co/Zks4Sm2fcx
#SUNMeals #ProtectSNAP
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Free meals for all kids & teens 18 and under—no ID, no sign-up. Just show up & eat! 🍽️☀️ 📍 Find a site near you: https://t.co/zjU86hcQ6I
#SummerMeals #SUNMeals #EndChildHunger
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“Food is love, food is justice, and food is power, and when we feed our children, we nourish our future.” New Haven Public Schools’ food services director, Baron Young @newhavenpublic1 @WTNH
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WEST HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Summer vacation means no free school lunches for thousands of Connecticut children. That leaves many families scrambling to feed hungry kids. Experts say, there is plenty…
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We joined Rep. @rosadelauro State Rep. Bill Heffernan, school leaders, and advocates to kick off the SUN Meals program — offering free summer meals to all kids and teens across Greater New Haven. Find a site & spread the word: https://t.co/zjU86hcQ6I
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Did you know ALL children and teens can get FREE meals over the summer break? Find sites for breakfasts and lunches in New Haven and Hamden: https://t.co/byipAIByDL
https://t.co/8A52JcNv6P No ID, paperwork, or registration is required. All food must be eaten at the site.
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Last night, we celebrated the volunteers and donors who power United Way's work with our annual Live United Celebration! 🎉 Thank you to @HavenBeer for hosting us, @cfgnh for sponsoring the event, and @YaleBritishArt for donating a door prize package.
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As Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month comes to a close, there are still events and resources to check out. An opportunity for learning and a celebration of culture. Go here for more info: https://t.co/7FzfzuHyIB
#aapiheritagemonth
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Come and cheer the teams on as they ride for the community! The 3rd Annual Trike Race: A Relay to Tackle Hunger is this Thursday at Moore Fieldhouse. Free admission. Open to the public. See you there! THURSDAY 5/29 @ 4:30P Moore Fieldhouse, SCSU 125 Wintergreen Ave, New Haven
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We celebrated the 60th birthday of the Head Start program! 🎉 As we face the threat of losing funding for this essential education, we still have much advocacy and educating to do. Please send a letter to Congress supporting the funding of Head Start https://t.co/BzEdrqCKYT
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Our Community Impact team was at Hartford's Nonprofit Rally Day to make it known to legislators that more funding is needed to better serve, uplift and save lives in our community. It was great to be with our community and other providers to represent the work! #nonprofitfunding
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We'll be ready at the top of the morning tomorrow with food for families at the Farnam Mobile Food Pantry! 🤝 The pantry runs every other Thursday, 9:15AM - 10:00AM! Tell a neighbor! 162 Fillmore Street, New Haven #foodresources #greaternewhaven #united #forourneighbors
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