It’s been a tumultuous time, for people who rely on SNAP benefits to eat.
But when things looked bleak, Westporters responded to their neighbors.
Homes with Hope — the non-profit focused on ending homelessness and hunger in Fairfield County — says:
In the midst of uncertainty, our community once again proved what makes Westport so special.
Over the past 2 weeks, as many families faced the difficult reality of a government shutdown and a pause in SNAP benefits, your support helped us keep our shelves full and our neighbors nourished.
We’re happy to share some good news: SNAP benefits have been reloaded, providing much-needed relief for many of the individuals and families we serve. But even during the most challenging moments, you showed up in every way imaginable.
Beyond the basics, Homes with Hope personnel offer fresh foods like fruit, and much more.
From the incredible team of volunteers at the Gillespie Center Food Pantry, to everyone who donated, your kindness has been the driving force behind our response.
Thank you to everyone who made monetary donations, purchased from our Amazon Wish List, and delivered groceries and supplies directly to our pantry.
We’re deeply grateful to those who organized food drives across town, including Westport & Sunrise Rotary Clubs, Coleytown Middle School, Saugatuck Elementary School, Tend Dental, Staples Players and the Westport Country Playhouse.
Westport Rotary and Sunrise Rotary Clubs organized a successful food drive, at Stop & Shop.
Thanks to you, we were able to meet an unprecedented level of need last week.
In just one week, there was a 70% surge in good pantry demand.
Over 700 bags of groceries were collected, during food drives. In addition, the Westport community donated over $20,000. And more than 500 Amazon wish list boxes were bought, and delivered.
Westporters ordered hundreds of boxes, through Amazon’s wish list.
1,100 adults and children benefited from pantry services, in just 4 days.
It’s been a challenging month, but your generosity turned it into a story of hope and resilience. Every can, every dollar, every delivery made a difference.
From all of us at Homes with Hope — thank you for helping us ensure that no one in our community goes hungry. 💙
PS: If you’d like to continue supporting our work, click here to learn more about how to donate, volunteer, or otherwise help Homes with Hope.
