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$1.2 million in federal funding will help CT families get diapers
Channel 3 WFSB News - Channel 3 provided coverage of the Diaper Distribution Demonstration and Research Pilot Program (DDDPP) press event. This new federal program helps families in need access diapers. CAFCA received $1.2 million dollars to distribute over 1.3 million diapers and supplies to 320 children in collaboration with participating Community Action Agencies and other partners. To learn more about the program, families should visit www.cafca.org to find and contact their local Community Action Agency.
Diaper – Accessible: Federal program kicks off in NB
New Britain Herald - About a dozen families participated in the Diaper Distribution and Research Pilot program held by the Connecticut Association for Community Action (CAFCA), which plans to distribute over $1.2 million in diapers and supplies to families in need, serving approximately 320 children.
New diaper bank opens in New Britain
NBC CT - A new diaper bank opened in New Britain on Monday with the help of new federal funding. U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal and U.S. Rep. Jahana Hayes announced that for the first time the federal government will be providing funding for diaper distribution in the amount of $1.2 million. Connecticut was one of 18 states chosen, according to Hayes.
Hayes, Blumenthal Join Nonprofits to Launch Diaper Program
Congresswoman Jahana Hayes and Senator Richard Blumenthal voiced their support at a press conference today at the Human Resources Agency of New Britain’s Food and Resource Center for a new federal program that provides diapers to families in need across the state. Funded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the Diaper Distribution Demonstration and Research Pilot Program (DDDPP) expands existing diaper distribution programs, increases accessibility to diapers, and connects program participants to other support services like Head...
Access Food Pantry Program awarded $2,500
Access - Eversource has awarded the Access Community Action Agency $2,500 for the Access Food Pantry Program. This support will play a crucial role in ensuring that pantry shelves are stocked and that the needs of the communities will be met year-round.
Thames Valley Council for Community Action to receive state capital improvements grants
The Day - Governor Ned Lamont announced that his administration is awarding Thames Valley Council for Community Action $792,681 in state funding to help support new construction expansion of its Groton childcare center at 35-38 Central Ave.
New Opportunities Inc. helps respond to the increased need for food services within their local area
New Canaan Advertiser - New Opportunities Inc. is helping to respond. Their Meriden food pantry is open daily from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and hosts a Connecticut Foodshare truck with fresh food and vegetables every other Thursday. Pantry participants also receive access to a variety of wraparound services that are provided in a number of different languages that are prevalent in the area.
TVCCA’s Groton childhood center proposal gets $2 million boost
The Day - Legislators approved $2 million for Thames Valley Council for Community Action, Inc.'s early childhood center during a meeting of the Community Investment Fund 2030. The fund helps economic development in historically underserved communities across the state. The State Bond Commission will need to grant final approval but TVCAA is excited about the opportunity to continue to improve and expand capacity at their childhood center in Groton.
Rhonda Evans Announced as CAFCA’s New Executive Director
CAFCA Announces Rhonda Evans as Executive Director - The Connecticut Association for Community Action, Inc. (CAFCA) has named Rhonda Evans as its next Executive Director. Evans brings decades of experience and a wealth of knowledge working with and for low-income people across Connecticut, including nearly 20 years as CAFCA’s Deputy Director and as Interim Executive Director for the past six months.
