Family Promise of Central CT In the Press, News, Stories

2020 CarterCares Contest Winners

We are very proud to announce that Family Promise of Central Connecticut won the 31st annual “CarterCares” Charity Contest! Our organization was one of many worthy groups that were nominated to win a $5,000 donation from Carter Mario Law Firm. With the efforts of our incredible network of volunteers and supporters, FPCCT received the most votes and won!

Click the link below to see the official CarterCares contest announcement: https://cartermario.com/about-us/cartercares/carter-cares-31st-anniversary/

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At Carter Mario Law Firm, they have been fighting for Connecticut injury victims for 30 years. But their commitment to the community doesn’t stop in the courtroom. Their CarterCares program serves as a way for their attorneys and staff to reach out and make a difference in the lives of their neighbors. This generous donation will certainly make a difference for the families we serve at Family Promise!

We are so grateful to our friends at Carter Mario Law Firm and to everyone that cast their vote for us!

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Getting to know Nina Rodriguez

A Community Spirit

On the second day of our Social Distancing Challenge Week #1, we would like to take the opportunity to thank our Program Coordinator, Marlaina “Nina” Rodriguez.

Nina was originally hired as our part time case manager but has become much more.  She currently manages our social media platforms, posts financial transactions and trains and manages our Volunteer Coordinator program…as well as everything in between.  Nina has stepped up her commitment to our families during the pandemic. She has created some wonderful videos to reach out to our volunteers and has done tremendous work for our Coronavirus Emergency Relief Fundraiser all while she continues to maintain “operations as usual” at the Day Center!

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On a personal note Nina has a huge passion to help the community through advocacy with many social justice issues.  Nina loves to travel and has been to all 50 states!  Have you ever seen a smirk like the one on young Nina?

Please send her some good thoughts and wishes as she continues her valuable work for us and/or donate to Family Promise in support of Nina’s service to our guest families.

To make a donation online click below to use PayPal: 

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Getting to know Sara Schmidt

Our unsung hero
On the first day of our Social Distancing Challenge Week #1, we would like to take the opportunity to thank our Executive Director, Sara Schmidt.

Since coming on-board in November, Sara has advocated tirelessly for our guest families by partnering with the children’s school counselors at the schools, accompanying them to appointments and hospital visits, and securing them the care they need to be successful (sometimes even in the middle of the night). The pandemic has not changed Sara’s dedication to her responsibilities. As an essential worker Sara shows up every day to do everything she can to help our guests stay safe and healthy.

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On a personal note Sara likes to hike, read and do crafts. She enjoys chocolate milkshakes and is an expert cotton candy spinner! (And yes, that’s a slightly younger Sara on the left!)

Please send her some good thoughts and wishes as she continues her valuable work for us, and consider donating to Family Promise in recognition of her efforts.

To make a donation online click below to use PayPal: 

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State of the Affiliate 2020

The Board of Directors of Family Promise of Central Connecticut invites our volunteers, supporters and interested parties to our first ever State of the Affiliate Presentation. Inspired by the format of the State of the Union Address, the Board of Directors will share FPCCT’s story by providing program updates, testimonials, and a report from our new Executive Director.

Please join us for an informational presentation and  reception with light refreshments.

State of the Affiliate
Thursday, February 13, 2020
6:30pm – 7:30pm
United Church of Christ in Newington
11075 Main Street, Newington, CT 06111
Snow Date on February 24, 2020

Special thanks to UCC Newington for hosting!

RSVPs are highly recommended. To be placed on the guest list, please email: admin@fpcct.org

Click the link to download the PDF flyer: State of the Affiliate Flyer

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Donation from the Archbishop’s Annual Appeal

Family Promise of Central Connecticut just received a very generous donation from the Archdiocese of Hartford through its Vicariate Outreach Program. The funding will help us continue to aid homeless families with children in the greater Hartford area.

Since 1981, the Archbishop’s Annual Appeal has been able to assist tens of thousands of people – regardless of race, religion, or color – across the Archdiocese of Hartford with health care, education, housing, emergency expenses and in several other ways. It is through the Archbishop’s Annual Appeal Vicariate Outreach Program and the generosity of its donors that the Appeal is able to assist a wide array of community-based charities, just like Family Promise of Central CT.

We are so grateful for the continued support of the Archoicese of Hartford. With donations like this one we are able to fulfill our mission of ending homelessness one family at a time!