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27 Apr 2015
CFMC — Student Volunteers Tend the Food for All Community Garden
Student volunteers help tend to the Our Community Cares’ Food for All Garden in Clinton, just one of the many projects supported by the Community Foundation of Middlesex County. At the Community Foundation of Middlesex County, we know that it’s the little things that count, that can change a community and improve the quality of life Read More →
17 Apr 2015
CFMC — Supports Gilead Community Services
At the Community Foundation of Middlesex County, we know that it’s the little things that count, that can change a community and improve the quality of life for all. TOGETHER we feed the hungry, shelter families, teach young and old to read, preserve local history and land, help people of all ages explore the arts, Read More →
14 Apr 2015
When a Grant Becomes Something More
Finding Strength and Gratitude Through Art A Gift from Maria Louise A grant from the Sari A. Rosenbaum Fund for Women and Girls made it possible for Maria to have an artist mentor her as she explored her own talents and gifts. For her final project, she chose to paint a portrait of Community Foundation Read More →
1 Apr 2015
Community Service Personified
For those who knew Old Saybrook resident Cheryl Mehalik Luyster, it will come as no surprise that we have chosen this month, National Community Service Month, to share her legacy as an inspiration for us all. Before her passing in August 2012, Cheryl, a busy shoreline realtor, always found time to volunteer; as a cook Read More →
17 Mar 2015
CFMC — Middlesex Habitat for Humanity Breaks Ground
Community volunteers break ground on a new home with the Agulilar family and Middlesex Habitat for Humanity, just one of the many projects supported by the Community Foundation of Middlesex County. At the Community Foundation of Middlesex County, we know that it’s the little things that count, that can change a community and improve the quality Read More →
6 Mar 2015
CFMC — Saddles Up with High Hopes Therapeutic Riding
High Hopes Therapeutic Riding, Inc. is just one of many programs supported by the Community Foundation of Middlesex County. At the Community Foundation of Middlesex County, we know that it’s the little things that count, that can change a community and improve the quality of life for all. TOGETHER we feed the hungry, shelter families, teach Read More →
4 Mar 2015
CFMC — Supports The Middlesex YMCA’s Girls Outside Program
The Middlesex YMCA’s Girls Outside program is just one of many educational initiatives made possible by the Sari A. Rosenbaum Fund For Women and Girls at the Community Foundation of Middlesex County. At the Community Foundation of Middlesex County we know that it’s the little things that count, that can change a community and improve Read More →
3 Mar 2015
Music In Our Schools Month — Featuring Community Music School
At the Community Foundation of Middlesex County, we know that by working TOGETHER great things can be accomplished. Every day, we see the impact that true partnerships have on our communities and on improving the quality of life in each and every town. Here we celebrate those people and organizations that embody the collaborative spirit, Read More →
28 Feb 2015
Richard Pittsinger named Carolyn Greenleaf Award Winner
Carolyn Greenleaf’s Legacy Supports Talented Young Musicians Richard Pittsinger has been named the Spring 2015 Carolyn Greenleaf Music Award recipient by the Carolyn Greenleaf Memorial Award Committee. A tenor, Richard will study piano at the Community Music School with Oxana Lauria. Richard is currently in 10th grade
17 Feb 2015
CFMC — Little Things Count
At the Community Foundation of Middlesex County we know that it’s the little things that count, that can change a community and improve the quality of life for all. By helping individuals and local non-profit organizations connect to the resources in our community, we accomplish a great deal. Together, we feed the hungry, shelter families, Read More →
17 Feb 2015
New Faces Around the Table
The Board of Directors is pleased to welcome Clio Coles, Brian Abely, and Sue Sawchuk. Sue Sawchuk (Clinton) joined the CFMC Board in June 2014. She has been a resident of Connecticut for over 35 years and currently lives in Clinton. Sue brings an understanding of the education system and its needs to the Community Read More →
7 Feb 2015
Giving Local On The Rise in Middlesex County
Community Foundation Increases Annual Grant Awards to $656,848 Well, you did it again. Because of you – our investors and partners – the Community Foundation of Middlesex County helped more people, supported more programs and services in 2014. Your partnership allowed us to work with the county’s nonprofits and make dreams come true. Your commitment Read More →
22 Dec 2014
Carolyn Greenleaf Music Award Application Now Available
Carolyn Greenleaf Memorial Fund Award Committee Now Accepting Applications for the Spring 2015 Award The Carolyn Greenleaf Memorial Fund Award Committee is accepting applications for a music education award for talented high school students. This merit-based award was originally established in 2007 and honors the memory of Carolyn Greenleaf, a resident of Essex who worked Read More →
12 Dec 2014
CFMC — Helps Westbrook First Graders Learn To Swim
With funding support to the Valley Shore YMCA, the Community Foundation of Middlesex County helped every first grader in Westbrook learn how to swim. At the Community Foundation of Middlesex County, we know that it’s the little things that count, that can change a community and improve the quality of life for all. TOGETHER we Read More →
11 Dec 2014
CFMC — Brings Attention to CDKL5
Community Foundation of Middlesex County Avery Fund donors Leah Wysock and Mara Kelley with Avery Leopoldino in 2012. At the Community Foundation of Middlesex County, we know that it’s the little things that count, that can change a community and improve the quality of life for all. TOGETHER we feed the hungry, shelter families, teach Read More →
2 Nov 2014
How Does the Community Foundation Work?
CFMC launches new infographic to illustrate how we help “Good People Do Great Things”.
21 Oct 2014
NOTICE: Bullyfree Rally – Venue Change
PLEASE NOTE – VENUE CHANGE FOR BULLY-FREE COMMUNITIES RALLY DUE TO FORECAST OF RAIN, THE BULLY-FREE COMMUNITIES RALLY HAS BEEN MOVED TO MIDDLESEX COMMUNITY COLLEGE, 100 Training Hill Drive, Middletown National Unity Day – October 22. Join students, parents, neighbors, and colleagues from Middlesex County in a show of unity for bully-free communities at a Read More →
17 Sep 2014
Campaign for Bully-Free Communities
Stand Together for Change Join us today and Take the Pledge to help us make Middlesex County a bully-free community.
18 Aug 2014
Thank You to our Fiddle Fest Auction Donors
We extend a heartfelt Thank You to our generous donors who provided wonderful auction items for “Fiddle Fest on the Connecticut River.” An Enchanting Evening at the Moore Estate Enjoy a private dinner for ten (you and 9 of your closest friends) at the enchanting home of Deborah and Roy Moore in Killingworth. Surrounded by Read More →
17 Jul 2014
Giving Back, Paying Forward, Partnering Forever
Bob Drouin of Middletown loved a bargain, made a mean blueberry muffin, and was even was known to dress up as Santa from time to time. He shopped at Saver’s and rarely spent money on himself, but when it came to taking care of his community, Bob’s generosity was outstanding, even after he passed away.
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