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# United Way of Northwest Connecticut

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## Posts

- [2025 Celebrity Waiters Campaign Kickoff Breakfast](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/resource-development-executive-summary/) - Our Celebrity Waiters Campaign Kickoff Breakfast was a SOLD-OUT success! On Friday, September 12th at Torrington Country Club, 180 community members joined us for a Hollywood-themed morning of fun, food, and fundraising. Together, we kicked off this year’s Campaign in true star-studded style — and we couldn’t be more grateful. A very special thank you
- [2,800 Boxes of Cereal Collected](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/2800-boxes-of-cereal-collected/) - 2,800 Boxes of Cereal Collected A huge thank you to the students at St. John Paul the Great Academy for their incredible effort in collecting 2,800 boxes of cereal, which they generously donated to Stock the Shelves, a program of The United Way of Northwest Connecticut These donations were distributed to 12 food pantries across
- [Eversource Energy Donates $20,000 to United Way of Northwest Connecticut](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/eversource-energy-donates-20000-to-united-way-of-northwest-connecticut/) - We are excited to announce that Eversource Energy has generously donated $20,000 to the United Way of Northwest Connecticut. This contribution will go a long way in supporting essential programs that uplift our community. This generous gift is a powerful reminder of what can be achieved when businesses and community organizations work together for
- [Lisa Ferris Named Executive Director of the United Way of Northwest Connecticut](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/united-way-of-northwest-connecticut-names-lisa-ferris-executive-director/) - United Way of Northwest Connecticut Names Lisa Ferris Executive Director (TORRINGTON, CT) The United Way of Northwest Connecticut Board of Directors has named Lisa Ferris its Executive Director. Following a period of reorganization, the United Way board launched a search process that resulted in selecting Ms. Ferris to head up the agency. Since
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## Pages

- [Home](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/) - meet alice 26% of Northwest Connecticut households are falling short. Learn More United for Community Addressing urgent needs today and advancing a better tomorrow. Learn More Meet our board Learn More Making an Impact Together, we help our neighbors in Northwest Connecticut thrive by addressing critical needs and strengthening our community. Healthy Community Improving health
- [Contact](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/contact/) - Home Contact Us United Way of Northwest Connecticut 175 Prospect St / Torrington, CT 06790 Mailing address: PO Box 1001-Torrington, CT 06790-1001 P: 860-489-4131
- [Day of Action](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/day-of-action/) - Day of Action Because of our amazing volunteers and the generous support from local companies and individuals, our United Way Day of Action was a tremendous success! Together, we collected 3,745 pounds of food — that’s the equivalent of 3,121 meals for our neighbors in need across Northwest Connecticut. Your kindness, teamwork, and commitment to
- [Alice](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/alice/) - Home meet alice Meet Alice When Working Isn’t Enough to Make It Work Many households in Northwest Connecticut struggle to cover basic living expenses. Financial stability is just out of reach even though they work full-time. These households are ALICE– Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed. Who is ALICE in Northwest Connecticut? ALICE represents the individuals
- [Staff](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/staff-2/) - Home Staff Our Team Lisa Ferris Executive Director Meg McGinn Administrative Assistant
- [Donate](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/donate/) - donate https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ZCOYXxXM70 When you give to the United Way of Northwest Connecticut, you become part of a powerful movement that brings people, passion, and philanthropy together to drive meaningful change. Your support helps fund date-driven solutions that improve lives and strengthen our community, ensuring a better future for our neighbors.
- [Volunteer](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/volunteer/) - Volunteer Give an hour. Give a Saturday. Give your best. We all have special talents. Things we can do to help.
- [Rapid Response](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/rapid-response/) - Home Rapid Response Northwest Connecticut Rapid Response Fund: Real Help, Right When It’s Needed In March 2025, the United Way of Northwest Connecticut launched apilot Rapid Response Fund in North Canaan, where 48% of householdsare classified as ALICE or living in poverty. This fund truly impacted families in that area. We are looking to expandthis
- [Rejecting Racism](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/rejecting-racism/) - Home rejecting racism ANTI-RACISM AND ETHNIC DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT United Way fights for the health, education, and financial stability of every person in every community. Connecticut United Ways recognize structural racism, ethnic discrimination and other forms of oppression have contributed to racial disparities that have existed in the past and persist in the present. We acknowledge
- [CT 211](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/ct-211/) - Home CT 211 Dial 211. Find Help. Get Connected. 211 is a program of United Way of Connecticut and is supported by the State of Connecticut and Connecticut United Ways. What is 211? 211 is a free, confidential information and referral service that connects people to essential health and human services 24 hours a day,
- [Accountability](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/accountability/) - Home Accountability United Way of Northwest Connecticut is committed to the highest standards of financial accountability and transparency. Our financial records are audited annually by an independent certified public accounting firm, as designated by our Board of Directors, to ensure that all donations are managed responsibly and in accordance with all applicable regulations. 2025-2026 Finance
- [Annual Miniature Golf Classic](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/annual-miniature-golf-classic/) - Home Annual Miniature Golf Classic Join us for a fun-filled day of friendly competition, laughter, and community support — all while putting for a cause!! When: June, 2026Where: R&B Sports WorldTime: 10:30 AM – 2:00 PMTickets: $50 per player (Up to 6 players per team) Event Highlights 10:30 AM: Registration Opens 11:00 AM: Shotgun Start 12:30 PM: Lunch & Small Bites
- [Stock The Shelves](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/stock-the-shelves/) - Home stock the shelves About the program Stock the Shelves is a United Way of Northwest Connecticut program started by a group of community leaders whobecame friends through their volunteer activities and want to address the ongoingissue of food insecurity in Northwest Connecticut. ​ The group is working with area businesses, civic groups, municipalities, schools
- [News](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/news/) - Home News Category - Any - Affinity Groups/Giving SocietiesCampaignDay of CaringFundraisingNewsPress ReleaseStuff the BusTocqueville SocietyWomen UnitedWorkplace Campaign Impact - Any - Community ResiliencyFinancial SecurityGet InvolvedGive BackHealthy CommunityTaek ActionYouth Opportunity APPLY 2,800 Boxes of Cereal Collected 2,800 Boxes of Cereal Collected A huge thank you to the students at St. John Paul the Great Academy for...
- [Financials](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/financials/) - Home financials financials 2022 Audit 990 – Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax
- [Volunteer Income Tax Assistance](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/volunteer-income-tax-assistance/) - Home Volunteer Income tax assistance File Your Taxes
- [1943 Society Endowment Fund](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/1943-society-endowment-fund/) - Home 1943 society endowment fund 1943 Society Endowment Fund The 1943 Society was formed in 1992 as a vehicle to create an endowment fund that would grow so that future office expenses could be paid from the fund’s annual earnings. Alan Eckstrand, Chairman of the 1943 Society, initiated an annual campaign to expand the fund
- [Board Of Directors](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/board-of-directors/) - Home Board of directors 2025 Board of Directors United Way of Northwest Connecticut is guided by a local volunteer Board of Directors made up of community leaders from across the Northwest Corner. Our Board focuses on strategic priorities and ensures that United Way fulfills its mission of helping neighbors care for one another. Executive Committee
- [Menu Item 3](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/menu-item-3/) - Home Menu Item 1 Making an Impact This could involve supporting local charities, sponsoring community events, or simply offering a helping hand to those in need. These actions create a ripple effect that contributes to the overall well-being of your community Healthy Community Improving health and well-being for all. Youth Opportunity Helping young people realize
- [Menu Item 2](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/menu-item-2/) - Home Menu Item 1 Making an Impact This could involve supporting local charities, sponsoring community events, or simply offering a helping hand to those in need. These actions create a ripple effect that contributes to the overall well-being of your community Healthy Community Improving health and well-being for all. Youth Opportunity Helping young people realize
- [Menu Item 1](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/menu-item-1/) - Home Menu Item 1 Making an Impact This could involve supporting local charities, sponsoring community events, or simply offering a helping hand to those in need. These actions create a ripple effect that contributes to the overall well-being of your community Healthy Community Improving health and well-being for all. Youth Opportunity Helping young people realize
- [Women United](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/women-united/) - Home Women united Women United Be Inspired. Be Empowered. Join Women United. For decades, women have been the heart and soul of United Way of Northwest Connecticut — leading with purpose, lifting others through service, and creating lasting change in our community. Whether through leadership on the board, championing campaigns, or mobilizing networks of support,
- [Get Help](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/get-help/) - Home Get Help
- [Mission and History](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/mission-history/) - Home Mission & History Mission Helping People in Northwest Connecticut Care for One Another Vision United Way is committed to using all resources available to create a measurable impact on Northwest Connecticut in the areas of the region’s greatest needs. We will support quality programs delivered by United Way member agencies that respond to
- [Our Work](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/our-work/) - Home Our Work
- [Warm the Children](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/warm-the-children/) - Home warm the children The Register Citizen and United Way of Northwest CT are teaming up once again to make sure no child goes cold with our Annual Warm The Children program, but we need your help! Currently each agency is able to give 10 children the ability to be warm this winter. The more
- [Reset Your Password](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/reset-your-password/) - Home Reset your password Log in Reset your password Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. address Username or Username or email address *Password reset instructions will be sent to your registered email address. Submit
- [Log In](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/log-in/) - Home Log in Log in Reset your password Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. Username Username *Enter your Javelina username. Log in
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- [Privacy Policy](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/privacy-policy/) - Who we are Suggested text: Our website address is: https://www.northwestunitedway.org. Comments Suggested text: When visitors leave comments on the site we collect the data shown in the comments form, and also the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection. An anonymized string created from your email address (also called a

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- [GivingTuesday](https://www.northwestunitedway.org/event/givingtuesday-2/) - GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement unleashing the power of radical generosity. GivingTuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea: a day that encourages people to do good. Since then, it has grown into a year-round global movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity. Join the movement
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