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Here are resources in the city and across the state of Connecticut that support families experiencing food insecurity.
May 28, 2024 10:04 amEDT
Information through Greenwich Public Schools
GREENWICH, CT — Greenwich Public Schools must notify the community of resources in the city and throughout the state of Connecticut regarding supporting families experiencing food insecurity.
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If you are food insecure, visit any of these websites to learn more about how to receive assistance.
City of Greenwich Department of Human Services
The mission of the Greenwich Department of Human Services is to support Greenwich residents by providing direct services, collaborating with community partners, and focusing on initiatives that improve their lives.
Connecticut 211
This website provides comprehensive and up-to-date information on food programs and services.
Feeding America
Feeding America is a national network of food banks, food pantries and local meal programs. Their common goal is simple: help people get the food and resources they need to thrive. Everything they do is focused on bringing nutritious food to communities, from securing food donations to advocating for policies that end hunger.
Connecticut Food Shares
Its mission is to provide an informed and equitable response to hunger by mobilizing community partners, volunteers and supporters. Founded in 1982, Connecticut Foodshare is a member of the Feeding America national network of food banks. Connecticut Foodshare supports individuals and families, from one end of the state to the other, addressing root causes, creating long-term solutions and distributing nutritious foods through local partner programs in an effort to alleviate hunger.
Connecticut Department of Children and Families
Working together with families and communities to improve child safety, ensure more children have permanent families, and promote the overall well-being of children is the core focus of the Department of Children and Families (DCF). DCF protects children who experience abuse or neglect, strengthens families through support and advocacy, and builds on existing family and community strengths to help children facing emotional and behavioral challenges, including those committed to the Department for juvenile justice system.
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