A Musical Legacy for Middlesex County For more than 30 years, the Community Music School (CMS) has been serving the musical education needs of shoreline residents and enriching the artistic life of the community. As a member of the Community Music School Board of Trustees and an avid fan of the school’s programs, Paula Merrick knew that the creation of an endowed fund would be a sound investment in the school’s future – even if it was fifteen years in the making. “I just love the Music School and my husband, Hap, and I always felt very strongly about ensuring…
DonateRemembering Daniel Mental health issues impact everyone, not just those struggling with these challenges. Families, friends, colleagues, and neighbors are all touched in some way. For many families the challenges can bring heightened awareness, advocacy, and opportunities, to help others right in their own communities. Just ask Cathy and Jim Probolus of Portland. Cathy’s nephew, Daniel Howe, grew up in New Jersey, spent time exploring the Rocky Mountains in Colorado and went on to study engineering at Cal State East Bay in San Francisco. Daniel’s life path would bring him to a passionate study of world religions and finally a…
DonateThe Annual Colter Classic Golf Outing will be held July 15, 2019. To learn more or sponsor the event, click HERE A great attitude. A friend to everyone. An infectious smile. An excellent athlete whose passion was wrestling. A mentor and leader to those around him. These are just a few of the things people knew and admired about Colter Abely. Colter grew up in Middletown and graduated from Xavier High School. He was surrounded by friends, neighbors, and teachers who looked forward to his smile, his positive attitude about life, and his willingness to help everyone. Unfortunately tragedy struck in…
DonateWe can all make a difference if we stand together. In September 2009, a dedicated group of Middlesex County business leaders took a stand against bullying. Working through the Community Foundation of Middlesex County (CFMC), these leaders established the Council of Business Partners Fund and, with the help of Rushford, a Hartford Healthcare partner, developed and funded the “No Bully Zone” Program. In 2014, CFMC’s Council of Business Partners joined with partners from Middlesex County and throughout Connecticut to launch the Campaign for Bully-Free Communities – calling everyone to stand together and take the bully-free communities’ pledge. The “No Bully…
DonateImproving Lives and Building Futures Mental illness is debilitating. It’s not often discussed, yet its impact stretches well beyond those affected by it. It impacts families, friends, neighbors – the entire community. Quality health care and recovery support services provide for physical and mental wellbeing, independence and community integration. For over four decades Gilead Community Services has offered programs to foster recovery from mental illness, including general counseling for individuals and families through the outpatient clinic in Middletown, intensive community-based programs, and rehabilitation services for individuals living independently. This commitment to Gilead’s comprehensive support and a strong sense of community…
DonateEndowments strengthen organizations and help secure their future. The Middlesex United Way recognized this in 2001 when it was the first organization to establish an agency fund with the Community Foundation. In 2010 Middlesex United Way again chose to work with the Community Foundation to establish an endowed fund that will benefit the broader community for years to come. Their decision emphasizes their trust in the expertise the Community Foundation offers to expertly manager their gifts.
DonateThe Directors are legendary for their giving, known for their commitment to the community and especially to the youth in our community – the future civic and business leaders of Middlesex County. Their philanthropy – their gifts of time, talent, and money – exemplify their pledge to support programs and services designed to prepare young people for their futures Their trust in the Community Foundation of Middlesex County’s capabilities and stewardship is indicative of choosing organizations which will serve the best interests of Middlesex County. Over the years, the Director family has worked with the Community Foundation to establish funds…
DonateThe Directors are legendary for their giving, known for their commitment to the community and especially to the youth in our community – the future civic and business leaders of Middlesex County. Their philanthropy – their gifts of time, talent, and money – exemplify their pledge to support programs and services designed to prepare young people for their futures. Their trust in the Community Foundation of Middlesex County’s capabilities and stewardship is indicative of choosing organizations which will serve the best interests of Middlesex County. Over the years, the Director family has worked with the Community Foundation to establish funds…
DonateThe Directors are legendary for their giving, known for their commitment to the community and especially to the youth in our community – the future civic and business leaders of Middlesex County. Their philanthropy – their gifts of time, talent, and money – exemplify their pledge to support programs and services designed to prepare young people for their futures Their trust in the Community Foundation of Middlesex County’s capabilities and stewardship is indicative of choosing organizations which will serve the best interests of Middlesex County. Over the years, the Director family has worked with the Community Foundation to establish funds…
DonateBELDEN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION ENDOWS PERMANENT DESIGNATED FUND Since its founding in 1888, the Belden Library Association was a cornerstone in creating and supporting a public library to benefit the people of Cromwell. To this day, the Library has remained an important hub of the Town of Cromwell, providing a wealth of information, services, and programs for residents of all ages. For almost 100 years, the Library was housed in the old Academy building on Main Street in Cromwell, but it was clear that new space was needed. In December 1985, the renamed Cromwell Belden Public Library opened in a new…
DonateSHORELINE LANDMARK SUPPORTS LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS Bill’s Seafood Restaurant is a landmark on the Connecticut shoreline. Thousands of area residents and visitors visit annually to experience the on-the-water setting to the “tune” of Westbrook’s “singing bridge”. The local (and visiting) residents have long supported Bill’s. Their loyalty is returned by the owners and staff many times over. For the past six years, Bill’s Seafood has hosted a golf tournament to support scholar-athletes from the shoreline towns. In just six short years, the business has awarded over $98,000 in scholarships. In 2009 alone, a total of $18,000 was presented to…
DonateThe Directors are legendary for their giving, known for their commitment to the community and especially to the youth in our community – the future civic and business leaders of Middlesex County. Their philanthropy – their gifts of time, talent, and money – exemplify their pledge to support programs and services designed to prepare young people for their futures Their trust in the Community Foundation of Middlesex County’s capabilities and stewardship is indicative of choosing organizations which will serve the best interests of Middlesex County. Over the years, the Director family has worked with the Community Foundation to establish funds…
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