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Federal Funding Increases Announced for SNAP, Child Nutrition Program
WFSB - Federal funding increases were announced for major food programs. The Supplemental Nutritional Insurance Program, or SNAP, and child nutrition programs were said to be getting a significant boost. A news conference with Sen. Richard Blumenthal and advocates took place at 11 a.m. on Monday at CRT in Hartford.
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Helps Those in Need
New Britain Herald - United Way of West Central Connecticut has partnered with HRA of New Britain in support of the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. With many companies sending out their W2 forms this month, many employees are filing their taxes. Those who earned less than $60,000 in 2022 may be eligible for free tax preparation services through the VITA program. People can make appointments at the Untied Way of West Central Connecticut and HRA of New Britain...
CT Families Struggle with Increased Heating Costs
Connecticut residents have been facing an increase in home heating oil prices, with occasional declines, in the past three winters, with the current average of $4.453 per gallon, a 30.1 percent increase from the same time last year. Electricity bills also have seen a steep increase with the new year.
Cash Strapped Residents Seek Help as Community Action Agency Works to Keep Up with Demand
New Haven Register - It was barely December and Tanya King already was out of oil. "I don't think it's fair that I should have to sleep in the cold," said King, who lives in West Haven and said she has been struggling to keep up financially.
Number of CT Families Seeking Fuel Assistance ‘Just Unbelievable’
New Haven Register - As state lawmakers prepared to return to Hartford Monday to consider more funding for energy assistance programs, social service organizations in Connecticut are reporting an increase in people seeking help paying their heating bills this winter.
Alliance for Community Empowerment Cuts Ribbon and Dedicates New Early Learning Site
STRATFORD – After 47 years of dedication to educating our youth, Alliance for Community Empowerment is proud to name their newest Early Learning Site after Alterine “Mama J” Johnson. Ms. Johnson is the embodiment of what Alliance does and her support for the community is unmatched. The new early learning site is located at 909 Main St. in Stratford and will be enrolling children between the ages of 6 weeks and 5 years old, with Ms. Alterine as the Site...
Organizations Say Growing Need for Help with Energy Bills as Costs Rise
NEWS12 - The need for help at Bridgeport's Alliance for Community Empowerment building is growing by the day, and Executive Director Dr. Monette Ferguson says most of the requests are for energy assistance.
Manchester Author Works to Educate Children While Also Helping People Experiencing Homelessness
Hartford Courant - A Manchester resident who found peace and purpose during the pandemic by fulfilling her dream of becoming a children’s book author now is working for the second year in a row to make a difference in the world for children and individuals who are experiencing homelessness.
Valley Residents Discuss Worries of Heating Their Homes This Winter
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Naugatuck Valley residents who are worried about heating their homes sat down with officials in Derby. Congress has allocated millions in energy assistance, but many people are worried it is still not enough. A woman named Christina says the state gave her a budget of $600 in heating assistance.
