United Way Activates Its Rapid Response Fund for Housing Assistance
Hartford, Conn. (November 19, 2025) – The United Way Rapid Response Fund has been activated to help people stay housed. In response to the continued increases in homelessness, the challenge that winter represents with high utility bills and the disruptions to food benefits, the organization is prepared to provide direct cash assistance to help people stay housed during the winter months. Through this effort, United Way will prevent and address homelessness…
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United Way and FOX61 Announce the 3rd Annual ImpaCT Award Winners
Hartford, Conn. (Oct. 23, 2025) – United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut and FOX61 honored individuals, organizations and companies who are making a significant contribution to health care, housing, financial empowerment and education in Connecticut at the 3rd Annual ImpaCT Awards ceremony celebrated at Hartford Marriott Downtown. During the event, Barbara Dalio, Connecticut-based…
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United Way Deploys $2.76 Million to Drive Collective Action to End Poverty
The organization is working with 40 strategic partners committed to closing gaps in child literacy, wages, housing and life expectancy through collective action. Hartford, Conn. (October, 16, 2025) – United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut will invest $2.76 million to end poverty in the 860 region this year. Funding will support 40 strategic partners…
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