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Wireless Zone of Groton Presents $10,000 Check to Always Home
Monday, December 19, 2022
Wireless Zone of Groton Presents $10,000 Check to Always Home

In the true spirit of the holiday season, Groton Wireless Zone owners Neil Ryan and Scott Gladstone are giving back to the community. Biannually, the business partners nominate nonprofit organizations in Eastern Connecticut and Southern Rhode Island to receive grants from The Wireless Zone Foundation for Giving® Inc. Established in 2003, the foundation is a collaborative giving program that enhances each individual stores’ capacity to help the communities they serve. “This giving cycle, we’re thrilled to

Always Home, Inc.
Always Home Welcomes New Board Members
Tuesday, October 25, 2022
Always Home Welcomes New Board Members

 Always Home is excited to announce the addition of three new members to its Board of Directors: Joshua Carter, Lauren Cipriani-Espineira and Robert Sampson, who will also serve as Board Treasurer. Elected at the October Annual Board meeting, each new volunteer member brings experience, knowledge and compassion for Always Home’s mission, Preventing Family Homelessness.   Joshua Carter, Executive Director, Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center Carter is a Wakefield, RI resident, proud of his

Always Home, Inc.
Mudheads Partner with Always Home to Prevent Family Homelessness
Wednesday, July 20, 2022
Mudheads Partner with Always Home to Prevent Family Homelessness

For over 30 years, Mudhead sailors have raised funds and awareness for worthy charities. On Saturday, July 16, 2022, the annual Mudhead Benefit Cup Regatta & MegaParty raised over $14,000 for Always Home. Tricia Cunningham, Executive Director of the Mystic-based nonprofit, said, “We are honored to be this year’s beneficiary and grateful for the amazing support and opportunity to share with new friends Always Home’s mission, Preventing Family Homelessness.”   Mudhead Race Committee Chairman, Greg Gilmartin

Always Home, Inc.
Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT Foundation Awards $75,050 to  30 Local Organizations
Monday, April 18, 2022
Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT Foundation Awards $75,050 to 30 Local Organizations

The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT Foundation recently awarded numerous grants to support 30 programs that benefit children and families in the region. The mission of the Foundation, a 501(c)3 overseen by a volunteer board with support from the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT, is to enhance and enrich education and economic opportunities for children and families through generous donations from the business community. The Foundation provides local child-focused non-profits with crucial resources that

Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut, Inc.
Always Home Selected to Benefit from ...
Wednesday, December 01, 2021
Always Home Selected to Benefit from Stop & Shop’s Community Bag Program

Mystic, CT (December 1, 2021) — Always Home has been selected by Stop & Shop as this month’s beneficiary of their Community Bag Program. The local nonprofit will receive a $1 donation for every $2.50 reusable Give Back bag purchased at the store located at 91 Voluntown Road in Pawcatuck, CT during the month of December.  “The pandemic has increased housing insecurity in our region,” said Tricia Cunningham, Always Home’s Executive Director. “We’re seeing more and more working families who are struggling to

Always Home, Inc.
Always Home Completes Window Replacement Project Thanks to Two Major Gifts
Tuesday, August 25, 2020
Always Home Completes Window Replacement Project Thanks to Two Major Gifts

In true community spirit, Always Home completed a major window replacement project this week thanks to The Edward & Mary Lord Foundation and a Rotary Foundation Humanitarian District Managed Grant that matches the support of the Mystic, Groton and Stonington Rotary Clubs. Installation of the new windows will improve safety and energy efficiency at two residential properties Always Home owns in Groton, CT.   Always Home’s mission is Preventing Family Homelessness. “The high cost of our region’s rental

Always Home, Inc.
Honor Mom with a Donation in Her Name to Always Home
Monday, April 27, 2020
Honor Mom with a Donation in Her Name to Always Home

 MOTHER'S DAY IS MAY 10th! This year, you can recognize your Mom (or someone special) while supporting mothers who need extra assistance during these uncertain days of COVID-19. A gift of just $25 to Always Home will help a struggling family pay the rent, a utility bill or childcare when a parent goes back to work. In gratitude, Always Home will send a customized Mother’s Day card to the recipient of your choice, explaining that you have honored them with a gift to Always Home. Just click on the link

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Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT Foundation Awards Over $94,000 to  37 Local Organizations
Thursday, April 16, 2020
Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT Foundation Awards Over $94,000 to 37 Local Organizations

Grants support programs that benefit children and families in Eastern CT   The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT Foundation awarded grants in excess of $94,000 in support of 37 programs that benefit children and families in the region on March 24, 2020. “At this critical time for many nonprofits, the Foundation worked to swiftly disburse funds to the recipients,” said Tony Sheridan, President and CEO of the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT. “The Board members did a wonderful job of making ready the

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Always Home Awarded Major Big Y Donation
Monday, July 29, 2019
Always Home Awarded Major Big Y Donation

At an in-store presentation today, Always Home received a $5,000 donation from Big Y. Always Home is one of 37 charitable organizations benefiting from the proceeds of Big Y’s annual Paul & Gerald D’Amour Memorial Charity Golf Outing. “We are so pleased to be able to give back to the local community,” shared John Connolly, Store Director for the Stonington Big Y.   Always Home’s Executive Director, Betty Smith, acknowledged that this gift will have a positive and enduring community impact. “A single

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Always Home Announces New Executive Director
Wednesday, June 19, 2019
Always Home Announces New Executive Director

Always Home is pleased to announce the appointment of new Executive Director, Betty Smith. Smith is passionate about Always Home’s mission, Preventing Family Homelessness. She has been a member of Always Home’s Board of Directors and an active volunteer. Smith brings to the position a history of high-level, corporate experience and a commitment to volunteerism.  “Always Home is a non-profit that has had an out-sized positive impact in our community and is poised for tremendous future growth,” shares

Always Home, Inc.
Always Home Awarded Major Multi-Year Grant
Friday, May 31, 2019
Always Home Awarded Major Multi-Year Grant

Always Home announced the award of a multi-year grant by the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut. The $75,000 funding, to be allocated over a three-year period, will support Always Home’s work Preventing Family Homelessness. The non-profit agency works exclusively with homeless and at-risk families with minor children.   Always Home’s Interim Executive Director, Betty Smith, acknowledged the importance of securing this grant. “Always Home is committed to addressing the issue of family homelessness

Always Home, Inc.
Charter Oak Awards 10 Grants Totaling $18,850
Monday, May 21, 2018
Charter Oak Awards 10 Grants Totaling $18,850

Local Non-Profits Benefit From Credit Union’s Giving ProgramWaterford, CT – Charter Oak Federal Credit Union awarded $18,850 to 10 local non-profits as part of its quarterly giving grants disbursement. Grant recipients included Always Home, Inc.; Cutler Middle School PTO; Groton Parks Foundation, Inc.; High Hopes Therapeutic Riding Inc.; Madonna Place, Inc.; Striving Towards Empowered Personal Success; Sails Up 4 Cancer; Salt Marsh Opera Company, Inc.; Southeastern Connecticut Enterprise Region; and the

Charter Oak Federal Credit Union
Pfizer Announces Community Grants for 2018
Friday, May 18, 2018
Pfizer Announces Community Grants for 2018

Pfizer’s Groton Laboratories and the Clinical Research Unit, New Haven will support more than 60 programs in Southeastern Connecticut, the greater New Haven area, and southern Rhode Island through its 2018 competitive grants program. Priority was given to programs that bring science and math to students from elementary through high school. Additional awards were made for programs that provide for the underserved or to support local civic and cultural institutions. Groups receiving support in 2018

Pfizer Global Research and Development
Rock the House at Always Home's Annua...
Wednesday, April 18, 2018
Rock the House at Always Home's Annual Gala May 11

You're Invited to "Rock the House" on Friday May 11, 2018 with Always Home as we prevent family homelessness and honor Joyce Olson Resnikoff, Lead Singer for Good in our Community. > Purchase tickets at http://bit.ly/rockthehousegala. > View a YouTube preview!  

Always Home, Inc.
Sport Jerseys Preferred at 'Home Fiel...
Monday, April 24, 2017
Sport Jerseys Preferred at 'Home Field Advantage' Gala May 5

Mystic Area Shelter and Hospitality needs your help striking out family homelessness!   Mystic Area Shelter and Hospitality’s annual gala is set for May 5 at Mystic Seaport’s North Lawn and River Room at Latitude 41°. The sports-themed fun begins at 6:30 p.m. and includes games, gourmet tailgating fare, open bar, major league silent and live auctions, and dancing to the beat of Power Posse.  Attire is casual, with favorite team jerseys and sneakers encouraged.   The gala is the nonprofit agency’s

Always Home, Inc.
Let the Countdown to MASH's Gala Comm...
Friday, March 24, 2017
Let the Countdown to MASH's Gala Commence!

You're invited to Home Field Advantage MASH's Ultimate Tailgating Gala to prevent family homelessness! Join MASH as we serve up some fun, strike out family homelessness, and honor former Senator Andrew Maynard for his tireless advocacy on behalf of Connecticut's homeless.Click here to purchase your tickets now. 

Always Home, Inc.
Attend a Folk Concert Supporting MASH...
Friday, February 10, 2017
Attend a Folk Concert Supporting MASH Feb 17

Groton Congregational Church invites you to a folk concert in support of Mystic Area Shelter & Hospitality on Friday, Feb. 17th at 7:30 pm! Curtis Brand and the On Call Band  Curtis Brand's music starts with the words.  In the tradition of singer songwriters like Harry Chapin, Jim Croce, and Willie Nelson, Curtis playfully jabs the listener with the existential absurdity of our everyday life. He tells tales of the human condition--the lost souls, the wounded veteran, the let-down lover--and blends them

Always Home, Inc.
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