2020 Year in Review

Last year at this time, I wrote to you in this Year-in-Review publication and noted that the world had changed suddenly as we were forced to pivot and address the needs of our community in the midst of a pandemic. When we asked, many of you contributed to our COVID-19 or Civic Leadership Funds and for that  generous support, we are grateful. Beyond our initial drive in 2020 to produce 22,000 face shields for medical staff and first responders when PPE was scarce, we shifted resources and began providing tens of thousands of dollars in emergency COVID-19 grants to nonprofits and school districts to help them weather
the storm and continue on, often assisting the most vulnerable in our communities. Our staff established a rotation of remote and in-office work to keep each other safe. Our committees and board met virtually and in an unprecedented way. They reviewed the grant recommendations and the aid flowed out weekly for months.

“…Without your support, the hard work that was set in motion pre-COVID would have come to a halt. Because of you, LVCC has been able to continue to provide instruction, assistance, and encouragement to members of our adult literacy community.” – Ron Sheffer, Executive Director of Literacy Volunteers of Central CT

We also had a responsibility to ensure that our ongoing Community Response Grants, Scholarships, Sponsorships, and Community Initiatives continued to respond to the needs of the communities we serve. I’m proud to say that our team of staff and volunteers excelled, the programs continued, contributions to our funds were strong, and nine new funds or scholarships were established during the year.

“…Your generous contribution will allow us to expand access to inpatient care and create a first of its kind program in a space specifically designed for the needs of families impacted by Autism Spectrum Disorder.” – Lynn Ricci, President & CEO, Hospital for Special Care

Our organization was able to do all of this because of its strong foundation of eighty years serving the Greater New Britain area communities and connecting donors who care with causes that matter. During these challenging times, if you can, join us in responding to our community needs with a gift to our Civic Leadership Fund or to our COVID-19 Initiatives Fund online at www.cfgnb.org/donate-now.

Sincerely,
David J. Obedzinski