News & Events
Community Renewal Team held its First Annual Coldest Night of the Year
WVIT/NBC 30 - February 22, 2025, Community Renewal Team (CRT) and the Connecticut Coalition to End Homelessness hosted the Coldest Night of the Year walk to raise funds and awareness for people experiencing homelessness and hunger. The event successfully raised $41,282 with the support of 204 walkers and 34 participating teams. Donations are being accepted until March 31, if you would like to contribute, click here.
Alliance for Community Empowerment’s 5th Annual Love Our Community Event
Alliance for Community Empowerment hosted its 5th Annual Love Our Community Day. Over 250 guests dressed up to support the important work Alliance does serving Fairfield County. For photos and a recap of the event, click here.
Thames Valley Council for Community Action marks 60 years of service
The Bulletin - Thames Valley Council for Community Action (TVCCA) is celebrating 60 years of impact! TVCCA continues to focus on fighting poverty, promoting self-sufficiency and building stronger communities. Join them in celebrating this milestone by attending their Dine-Out and community events being held throughout the year. To read more about TVCCA's 60th anniversary, click here.
HRA joins The Diaper Bank of CT to advocate for Medicaid diaper coverage
Fox 61 - Dr. Marlo Greponne, Executive Director of the Human Resources Agency (HRA) of New Britain, joined the Connecticut Hospital Association and state legislators for The Diaper Bank of CT's press conference to advocate for Medicaid coverage of diapers for children birth to age three with certain health conditions. For more information, watch FOX 61's coverage here.
Community Action Agency of Western Connecticut received a holiday donation from Sikorsky Credit Union
The Patch - The Community Action Agency of Western Connecticut (CAAWC) received toys and a $3,000 donation from Sikorsky Credit Union this holiday season.
TEAM, Inc.’s Flood Relief Update
Following the devastating floods that impacted Connecticut on August 18, 2024, TEAM, Inc. launched a flood relief initiative to support the communities it serves. Since then, TEAM, Inc. has raised over $1.2 million to directly assist flood survivors in rebuilding their homes and recovering from the disaster. TEAM, Inc. extends heartfelt gratitude to all those who donated to this important cause and helped restore lives. To read a special thank you from TEAM's President/CEO David Morgan, click here.
CAANH is a partner in the Elm City Climate Collaborative
The New Haven Independent - Community Action Agency of New Haven (CAANH) is partnering with the City of New Haven and other nonprofits across the Greater New Haven area to launch the Elm City Climate Collaborative. This initiative aims to use a community-driven engagement process to mitigate climate change, build resiliency, and reduce pollution in New Haven. The collaborative recently received 20 million in federal funding to begin this work.
Senator Chris Murphy discusses housing insecurity with CRT
NBC 30 - Senator Chris Murphy held a round table discussion on housing insecurity with local leaders at CRT’s McKinney shelter. A guest of the shelter discussed how the the McKinney shelter helped him find a job and regain his dignity after falling on hard times.
Community Renewal Team’s Holiday Giving Tree and Toy Drive
Fox 61 - Ilana Bersein from Community Renewal Team (CRT) sat down with FOX 61's Keith McGilvery to talk about CRT's Holiday Giving Tree and Toy Drive to help make the holiday brighter for children in need.
Access Community Action Agency Awarded $5,000 Grant from Berkshire Bank Foundation to Support Transportation Assistance in Eastern Connecticut
Access Community Action Agency is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a $5,000 grant from the Berkshire Bank Foundation. This generous funding will support the critical transportation-related needs of individuals and families in Eastern Connecticut, where access to reliable transportation is essential for everyday life.