LifeBridge and NAACP Partner to Distribute Free Food to Families on MLK Day Written by LifeBridge Community Services
Free Food Box Distribution
LifeBridge and the Greater Bridgeport Branch NAACP share in the belief of unlimited human potential and the vision of Bridgeport youth and families living in a community made stronger by neighbor helping neighbor as each of the organizations works to lift people up. In the spirit of seeking equal justice and a better, more just world for all people, the two organizations will join in solidarity and mutual support of the community to lead by example.
This year in recognition of Martin Luther King Day, the Greater Bridgeport Branch NAACP and LifeBridge will partner in a traditional day of service to distribute food to those most in need in our community with the hope that they will never have to be in need again.
Nonprofits rely on virtual fundraising through community funds as COVID cancels in-person events
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A student works on a project during a summer day camp program through LifeBridge in Bridgeport, Conn. The program was made possible through with funds raised during the Fairfield County Community Foundation’s annual Giving Day this year. Giving Day was on Feb. 27, 2020 and helped nonprofits raise funds to get through the COVID-related shutdowns that happened a few weeks later.Contributed photo /
More than 12,000 individuals donated to about 400 nonprofits taking part in the Fairfield County Community Foundation’s annual Giving Day last February.
What many didn’t know was the $1.65 million raised that day would help these organizations weather the storm looming ahead.
Written by LifeBridge Community Services
Senator Marilyn Moore Lends Support to LifeBridge Take the Cill out of Winter Coat Distribution
In an effort to “Take the Chill Out of Winter,” LifeBridge Community Services will distribute warm winter apparel to the many families it serves with help from Senator Marilyn Moore. New and gently used coats and other winter gear will be given away to LifeBridge clients on Tuesday, December 15 and Wednesday, December 16 at their Bridgeport headquarters located at 475 Clinton Avenue.
“We are relaunching our Community Closet operation which was impacted by the COVID-19 crisis,” said LifeBridge President & CEO Alan Mathis. “We wanted to be sure that the families we continue to serve through the Diaper Bank, Urban Scholars, Behavioral Health and other programs have what they need to stay warm this winter. It’s been a tough year and many of those we serve are struggling right now.”