The Westport Country Playhouse suggests perhaps the largest group ever, for this week’s Unsung Heroes award: their holiday audiences.
During last month’s run of “A Sherlock Carol,” Playhouse patrons offered significant donations and support for 3 area charities.
More than 12 boxes in the lobby were filled with donations of food for Homes with Hope.
Westport’s homeless shelter and food pantry says, “it means so much when local organizations step up to support our mission, especially during the winter months when the need is high and community support matters most. We’re grateful to be part of a town that continues to show up for its neighbors.”
Homes with Hope volunteers, with Westport Country Playhouse audience donations.
Audiences also donated hundreds of new toys and books for Norwalk Toys for Tots.
Meanwhile, The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp benefited from audience cash and online contributions. The total — $10,835.53 — will send 4 youngsters there this summer.
The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp has special meaning for the Playhouse. It was created by Paul Newman, who during his 50 years in Westport — with his wife Joanne Woodward — was also a generous WCP supporter.
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The effort — which draws many volunteers from Westport, with several drop-off points here (see list below) — is like many: Folks donate gifts for children who otherwise would not receive them. Last year, they provided over 6,000 toys to nearly 3,300 children in Norwalk, Fairfield and Westport.
