MEDIA ALERT: SUN 12/7 United Way celebrates 105th Birthday with toys for children, cards for seniors, and an exciting announcement

[Caitlin Dalton]

PRESS CONTACT:
Maria Arnold, Chief Advancement Officer
United Way of Greater New Haven
cell (203) 980-7171 | mar...@uwgnh.org

 

MEDIA ALERT

United Way of Greater New Haven celebrates their 105th Birthday with toys for children, cards for seniors, and an exciting announcement

New Haven, CT — On Sunday, December 7, United Way of Greater New Haven will begin celebrating its upcoming 105th birthday at The Shops at Yale’s Weekend of Holiday Cheer. Community members and donors will drop off toys and warm coats for babies and toddlers as part of United Way’s annual holiday drive. Last year, 330 local children received new toys and a winter coat thanks to this effort, and United Way hopes to serve even more children this year.

To mark the occasion, the public is invited to stop by and write a birthday card for a local senior. Everyone who creates a card will receive a free birthday cookie while supplies last. The cards will be shared with older adults across the region to bring a little extra joy to seniors celebrating their birthdays, including any local centenarians marking milestones of their own!

United Way will also recognize a major milestone: reaching the $5 million goal for its United for the Future capital campaign during the quiet phase. This historic investment will help meet immediate needs and strengthen long-term community support, ensuring more families have stable housing, financial security, and opportunities for their children to thrive.

United for the Future is United Way’s first-ever capital campaign, created to address today’s most urgent challenges while preparing for what comes next. The campaign focuses on expanding financial stability programs, strengthening opportunities for children from birth through high school, and supporting innovative approaches that help neighbors access housing, quality jobs, childcare, and essential services.

SUNDAY 12:30-2:30 PM: United Way’s 105th Birthday

VISUALS: Donors dropping off donation of toys and coats for children, members of the public making birthday cards for seniors.

WHAT: Photo, video, and interview opportunity

WHEN: Sunday, December 7, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM

LOCATION: Broadway Island, 56 Broadway, New Haven, 06511 

WHO:  Jennifer Heath, President & CEO of United Way of Greater New Haven
               Maria Arnold, Chief Advancement Officer, United Way of Greater New Haven

               Members of the Board of Directors of United Way of Greater New Haven

               Toy and coat drive donors

 

About United Way of Greater New Haven:
For 105 years, United Way of Greater New Haven has been bringing people together to turn challenges into possibilities and hope into action. Together, we’re building communities where children are nurtured, families are thriving, and neighbors have opportunities to reach their full potential. Join us at www.uwgnh.org.

 

Caitlin Dalton (she/her)  Sr. Dir. of Marketing & Engagement United Way of Greater New Haven  (c) 203.887.8827 | cda...@uwgnh.org

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PRESS CONTACT:

Maria Arnold, Chief Advancement Officer

United Way of Greater New Haven

cell (203) 980-7171 | mar...@uwgnh.org

MEDIA ALERT

United Way of Greater New Haven celebrates their 105th Birthday with toys for children, cards for seniors, and an exciting announcement

New Haven, CT — On Sunday, December 7, United Way of Greater New Haven will begin celebrating its upcoming 105th birthday at The Shops at Yale’s Weekend of Holiday Cheer. Community members and donors will drop off toys and warm coats for babies and toddlers as part of United Way’s annual holiday drive. Last year, 330 local children received new toys and a winter coat thanks to this effort, and United Way hopes to serve even more children this year.

To mark the occasion, the public is invited to stop by and write a birthday card for a local senior. Everyone who creates a card will receive a free birthday cookie while supplies last. The cards will be shared with older adults across the region to bring a little extra joy to seniors celebrating their birthdays, including any local centenarians marking milestones of their own!

United Way will also recognize a major milestone: reaching the $5 million goal for its United for the Future capital campaign during the quiet phase. This historic investment will help meet immediate needs and strengthen long-term community support, ensuring more families have stable housing, financial security, and opportunities for their children to thrive.

United for the Future is United Way’s first-ever capital campaign, created to address today’s most urgent challenges while preparing for what comes next. The campaign focuses on expanding financial stability programs, strengthening opportunities for children from birth through high school, and supporting innovative approaches that help neighbors access housing, quality jobs, childcare, and essential services.

SUNDAY 12:30-2:30 PM: United Way’s 105th Birthday

VISUALS: Donors dropping off donation of toys and coats for children, members of the public making birthday cards for seniors.

WHAT: Photo, video, and interview opportunity

WHEN: Sunday, December 7, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM

LOCATION: Broadway Island, 56 Broadway, New Haven, 06511

WHO: Jennifer Heath, President & CEO of United Way of Greater New Haven

      Maria Arnold, Chief Advancement Officer, United Way of Greater New Haven

      Members of the Board of Directors of United Way of Greater New Haven

      Toy and coat drive donors

About United Way of Greater New Haven:

For 105 years, United Way of Greater New Haven has been bringing people together to turn challenges into possibilities and hope into action. Together, we’re building communities where children are nurtured, families are thriving, and neighbors have opportunities to reach their full potential. Join us at www.uwgnh.org.

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