| JANUARY 1, 2013 -- December 14th is a day no one in Connecticut will forget. Thoughts and prayers go to every victim, student, faculty member, citizen of Newtown/Sandy Hook, first responder and law enforcement personnel.
The Connecticut State Grange has established the 'Sandy Hook Angels Fund' through its foundation to help the families of the victims and students during the most troubling time in their lives.
Connecticut State Grange President Jody Cameron explains why the Grange has pledged to help make a difference. "By establishing the Sandy Hook Angels Fund, the Connecticut State Grange hopes to enable healing in this community by ensuring the services they need are available to them," he said. "The community of Newtown has experienced the most horrific of events anyone could."
100% of the donations will be forwarded to the Newtown Youth and Family Services and the Newtown Parent Connection. The Connecticut State Grange Foundation is a 501c3 charitable organization. Donations are tax deductible.
All donations are to be made payable to the Connecticut State Grange Foundation, Inc, earmarked for the Sandy Hook Angels Fund and mailed to:Connecticut State Grange Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 1393, Glastonbury, CT 06033
For more information on the Connecticut State Grange Foundation Sandy Hook Angels Fund, e-mail info@ctstategrange.org, or call 860-633-7550.
About the Connecticut State Grange: The Connecticut State Grange has been an integral part of rural and non-rural communities across the state for over 125 years, with currently nearly 60 local Grange chapters in Connecticut. Local Granges are committed to bettering their communities through service projects, legislative initiatives, and family orientated activities. Visit the Connecticut State Grange website at www.CTStateGrange.org. |
