News & Events
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.
Community Renewal Team served over 1,600 seniors this Thanksgiving
WFSB - This Thanksgiving, the Community Renewal Team’s (CRT) Elderly Nutrition Kitchen had the privilege of serving over 1,600 seniors. The Elderly Nutrition Program plays a vital role in supporting not only homebound Meals on Wheels clients, but also seniors in congregate settings. CRT staff were honored to prepare and serve these meals for the seniors in their community.
Community Action Agency of Western Connecticut awarded funding for workforce development
Westfair Business Journal - Spectrum has issued a $40,000 grant to The Community Action Agency of Western Connecticut (CAAWC) through its Community Center Assist to further enhance their workforce development program.
The Day - Over the last year, Thames Valley Council for Community Action (TVCCA) participated in the Community Assistance Rate program ran by Norwich Public Utilities (NPU) that saved customers $309,409 on their electricity bills. TVCCA has staff on duty at the NPU customer service center to review applications for the NPU Community Assistance Rate and for other grant-funded energy assistance programs.
