The United Way of West Central Connecticut is inviting you to Live United this holiday season. United Way is seeking donations for their Annual Joy of Sharing Holiday Toy & Gift Drive. This program has been providing toys and gifts to children, teens, and families in need in Bristol, Burlington, Plainville, and Plymouth for the past 14 years. Last year alone, over 2,000 toys and gifts were requested in their four-town region. This year, the need is greater than ever and they need your help. New, unwrapped toys and gifts are needed for children ages 3 through 14. These gifts are then given to local non-profit organizations that distribute them to their clients. When asked about the Joy of Sharing Program, United Way’s president Donna Osuch said in a press release, “Sometimes we don’t even realize that our friends and neighbors might be in need. During the holidays, it becomes more apparent that some people are struggling to make ends meet. We hope that people who can help will make the holidays more special for those who need it.” According to Osuch, the news release said, the gifts are collected in two ways: through individual contributions and through companies and […]
The United Way of West Central Connecticut is inviting you to Live United this holiday season. United Way is seeking donations for their Annual Joy of Sharing Holiday Toy & Gift Drive. This program has been providing toys and gifts to children, teens, and families in need in Bristol, Burlington, Plainville, and Plymouth for the past 14 years. Last year alone, over 2,000 toys and gifts were requested in their four-town region. This year, the need is greater than ever and they need your help. New, unwrapped toys and gifts are needed for children ages 3 through 14. These gifts are then given to local non-profit organizations that distribute them to their clients. When asked about the Joy of Sharing Program, United Way’s president Donna Osuch said in a press release, “Sometimes we don’t even realize that our friends and neighbors might be in need. During the holidays, it becomes more apparent that some people are struggling to make ends meet. We hope that people who can help will make the holidays more special for those who need it.” According to Osuch, the news release said, the gifts are collected in two ways: through individual contributions and through companies and […]