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HARTFORD, CT -- Data shows that the new coronavirus is disproportionately striking black and Hispanic residents and killing black residents at a significantly higher rate than others. This is a tragic reflection of a longstanding reality in our state and country – widespread racial and ethnic health disparities.
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TORRINGTON, CT -- The Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation has awarded $40,350 in Rapid Response Grants to nonprofits providing for basic needs in Northwest Connecticut.
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WATERBURY, CT -- Webster Bank announced today a $100,000 donation to United Way COVID-19 Response Funds as part of its commitment to support its local communities. The Funds assist agencies and families which are facing financial challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic and will provide assistance for basic needs including food, shelter, health care and childcare.
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CONNECTICUT -- Working families and individuals who have lost jobs or hours during the COVID-19 emergency might have another source of assistance through a new United Way fund offering $200 electronic cash cards to eligible recipients. The fund is part of the Connecticut United Ways Statewide COVID-19 Response Fund, created with funding from major corporations and donations from the public.
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Liberty Bank Team Announces $100,000 Emergency Grant to Support Local Hospitals in Pandemic Response
MIDDLETOWN, CT -- Liberty Bank today announced that through their charitable foundation they are committing $100,000 to help area hospitals and frontline healthcare workers in Connecticut.
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HARTFORD, CT -- Hartford Foundation for Public Giving President and CEO Jay Williams spoke with MetroHartford Alliance Content Manager Nan Price about how the Foundation responds to and meets the community’s needs during challenging times.
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NEW CANAAN, CT -- The New Canaan Community Foundation recently announced the second round of grants awarded through its COVID-19 Response Fund. Grants this week invest a total of $137,000 and focus on supporting local hospitals and emergency services on the front lines; the emergency needs of local families and workers, including financial assistance and food; and vital funds to support the local small business community.
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WATERTOWN, MA -- Tufts Health Plan Foundation announced today it is providing funding to 18 additional nonprofit organizations as part of the $1 million it has committed to support community efforts on behalf of older people affected by the coronavirus.