The Community Foundation of Middlesex County is fortunate to have an incredibly talented, committed Board of Directors working on behalf of our community. It is always difficult to say farewell when a Director’s term of service comes to an end. At its December 2015 Annual Meeting, CFMC’s Board of Directors celebrated and thanked two members who have given tirelessly of their time and considerable talent to the service of Middlesex County.
What does a grant look like? Sometimes it is as simple as a Thank You letter with some wonderful news. St. Luke’s Community Services received word of their 2015-2016 grant award at the same time they received some more good news — so they decided to say Thank You and Hooray in a single announcement. We decided to share it with you … just as we received it: Congratulations, St. Luke’s Community Services for all you do for our region — and THANK YOU, our generous and caring donors, for making this grant – and this good news –…
The New Year is a time for a fresh start, a time to reflect, take inventory and set priorities for the months ahead. At the Community Foundation of Middlesex County, we have been doing just that, working with our valued donors and local nonprofit partners to better understand the critical issues at hand, those that need our attention and focus in 2016. In addition to supporting the many community programs and services in our region, we are also prioritizing our efforts to raise awareness and address new issues that are affecting each and every one of our towns. The rising…
At the Community Foundation of Middlesex County we are so fortunate to be surrounded by “Good People Doing Great Things”. Every day we are reminded that everyone in our region truly cares about our friends and neighbors and where we live, work and play. For more information on how your Passions can lead CFMC contact us at 860-347-0025 or by email at info@MiddlesexCountyCF.org.
Year end at the Community Foundation of Middlesex County is always a very busy time. This year, our 18th, is no different as we review the results from our 2015 partnerships and announce the programs and services that will receive funding in 2016. It’s a time to be grateful for not only our generous friends and neighbors, but also for where we live, work and play, particularly in light of recent tragedies in other communities. It’s a time to thank the many people n Middlesex County who work with us and lend their support to help make our local communities…
Director, McRae Recognized For Lifetime of Community Giving The Community Foundation of Middlesex County is pleased to announce that Arthur Director and Willard McRae are the recipients of the Sherry and Herb Clark Beacon of Philanthropy Award. Established in 2012 and named for the first recipients, Sherry and Herb Clark, the Sherry and Herb Clark Beacon of Philanthropy Award is presented to individuals who demonstrate exceptional generosity through outstanding civic and charitable activities, and whose leadership encourages others to actively participate in philanthropic and community service roles. “This award encompasses all that is best in our community,” explained Wallace Jones,…
During this season of giving thanks, we are reminded on a daily basis of the numerous good things that are being done by so many to improve the quality of life for all in our communities. We are grateful for our neighbors and friends who are giving of their time, their talent, and resources to support a passion or area of interest that is important to them. Here at the Community Foundation of Middlesex County, we are dedicated to providing the leadership to help facilitate the process. We are here to help you connect your passion to your giving. We…
Did you know that one out of seven school-age children is either a bully or a victim of bullying? And that an estimated 160,000 children miss school every day for fear of intimidation or attack? Bullies are everywhere, on the playground, in the classroom, at the workplace and, more and more often, online. In 2009, a group of Middlesex County business owners decided to do something about it, and working through the Community Foundation of Middlesex County, established the Council of Business Partners Fund to underwrite the development of the school-based “No Bully Zone” program with the help of Rushford,…
Journalist, community volunteer and former CFMC board member Elisabeth Petry received an amazing gift from her mother, acclaimed author Ann Petry: a cookie tin containing over 400 letters and photographs handed down through five generations of family. When Liz shared what she found with her cousins Ashley James and Kathryn Golden, co-founders of Searchlight Films, a new idea started to take shape. The trio saw more than family memorabilia in that tin; they also saw local history and legacy, and knew this story needed to be shared. They agreed on a documentary film project named For Dear Mother’s Sake: The James…
It’s hard to believe that it’s “back to school time” – for students of all ages. So as children and adults head back to the classroom, let’s take this opportunity to salute the many, and varied, educational programs made possible by the dedicated work of our neighbors and friends in Middlesex County. Through partnerships with the Community Foundation, these volunteer-based organizations help improve the quality of life for young and old. Here are two examples of how great things can be accomplished through a collective effort. For the past nine years, Bill’s Seafood Restaurant, a Connecticut shoreline landmark, has hosted…
