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Lemonade Stand Raises $101 for Operation Hope

Jul 29, 2025

Two friends, Rosie Kay and Reese Klein, raised $101 for Operation Hope at their lemonade stand! ☀️🍋💛 What the girls raised is enough to feed a family of 5 for a month. These girls are making a big difference in the lives of our neighbors in need, and we couldn’t be more grateful for their big hearts 💛 Pictured here is Rosie dropping off the proceeds at our office. Thanks to everyone who generously supported the girls’ lemonade stand! 💛

CT Extreme Hot Weather Protocol Activated through July 30

Jul 28, 2025

Beat the heat and try to stay cool! 🥵 Governor Ned Lamont announced that due to a weather forecast indicating that Connecticut will experience a multi-day stretch of exceptionally hot and humid conditions, he is directing Connecticut’s Extreme Hot Weather Protocol to be activated effective at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, July 28, 2025, and remaining in effect through at least 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. Cooling centers are open across Connecticut. Anyone in need of a place to get out of the heat can locate their nearest cooling center by calling 2-1-1 or viewing the list that is published online at 211ct.org.

Community Pet Food Pantry Stops at Operation Hope for One Day Only – August 28

Jul 28, 2025

The Community Pet Pantry is August 28, 12-2:00pm at Operation Hope in the parking lot behind the building (access via Beach Road). Appointments are required, please call 860-594-4500 x6308 to schedule your pick up. This free pet food pantry is open to residents of Fairfield County. The food is provided at no charge to community members in need of support so that pets in homes can stay with the families that they already love so much. All of the pet food provided has come to the Connecticut Humane Society by way of generous donations. We are grateful for the CHS’s support of our neighbors in need, and especially of our four-legged friends!

Honoring the Memory of Our Friend, First Selectman Bill Gerber

Jul 18, 2025

It has taken us a few minutes to gather our thoughts and recover from the shocking loss of our Fairfield First Selectman, William “Bill” Gerber

It’s impossible to believe this energetic and kind man, who had such a passionate way of moving through the world, is gone. Much has already been said, and we at Operation Hope join the hundreds of people reconciling with this unexpected tragedy.

We will remember Bill for his love of family, community and giving back. His ability to listen intently and challenge us to solve problems together. His lighthearted and joyful approach. His strategic and curious mind. Thank you, Bill, for stepping up to serve your community.

We hope that this sad turn of events will remind us all that life is fragile and we have just this one chance to choose how we care for each other, hold space for each other, and demonstrate compassion and tolerance for those who may hold different views than we do. Let us unite and support each other and remember to greet each day with great expectations.

Bill, we imagine your long-awaited reunion with Teddy and picture you free of pain.

Most importantly, we send love, light and healing prayers to Bill’s beautiful family, Jessica, John and Gillian. We hope you feel the love and genuine support of our entire community

Local Student Brings “Roots & Shoots” Joy to Community Kitchen Guests

Jul 15, 2025

Local student Mia has been making beautiful valentines for the past few years to gift to our Community Kitchen guests who join us for lunch and dinner on Valentine’s Day.

This summer, she wanted to make her own Roots & Shoots project, addressing conservation and the environment while focusing on humanitarianism (which has been challenging for an 11 year old!). She found an idea online, and added some inspirational sayings on the sweet candy butterfly wings.

Mia enjoys helping people and knows spreading kindness and being nice makes people feel good. We are grateful for our littlest helpers and knowing that people like Mia are here, sharing kindness and joy in our community. Thank you, Mia!

Happy 4th of July!

Jul 4, 2025

Operation Hope of Fairfield wishes you and yours a happy and safe 4th of July celebration! 🇺🇸❤️🤍💙🇺🇸

In observance of the 4th of July, our office at 636 Old Post Road, as well as our Food Pantry and Community Kitchen, are closed, Friday, July 4. The office, Food Pantry and Community Kitchen will reopen for regular hours, Monday, July 7. Food donations will be accepted once we reopen. Thank you!

Office, Food Pantry & Community Kitchen Closed for 4th of July

Jul 2, 2025

Operation Hope’s business office, Food Pantry and Community Kitchen will be closed Friday, July 4, in honor of the 4th of July. The Pantry will also be closed Thursday, July 3. The business office, Food Pantry and Community Kitchen will resume regular hours on Monday, July 7. Have a safe and happy holiday!

Seeking Food & Toiletry Donations for the Pantry

Jul 1, 2025

We’re currently really in need of full size toiletries for our Pantry clients, see list below. Toiletries, like soap, shampoo and toothpaste, are considered non-food items and are not eligible for purchase with SNAP benefits. Our clients rely heavily on our Pantry for these types of items, so they can use their SNAP benefits for food assistance. Please take a moment to consider helping our neighbors in need with a few much-needed donations.

Regular sized items (not bulk or travel) appreciated. Drop off at our pantry M-Th, 9am-4:30pm & F, 9am-1pm at 636 Old Post Road; there’s a drop off area to the left of the building. Please ring the bell and someone will greet you. Please do not leave donations unattended and/or when the office is closed. Monetary donations are always welcome so we can purchase exactly what we need for our clients, donate here. Or, feel free to purchase from our Amazon wish list here and your donation will be shipped directly to the pantry. Thank you!

– CASH, CHECKS, GROCERY STORE GIFT CARDS (to buy perishables)

– Canned chili & stew
– Ground coffee

– Sugar, flour & oil

– Baby wipes

– Bladder pads
– Shampoo
– Conditioner
– Deodorant
– Body wash
– Toothpaste
– Shaving cream

– Floss
– Cleaning products
– Toilet paper
– Paper towels

Morgan Stanley Fairfield Office Gives Back: Makes Bagged Lunches for Operation Hope

Jun 25, 2025

At Morgan Stanley, June is Global Volunteer Month. While supporting the communities in which Morgan Stanley employees live and work is a priority year-round, the firm kicks up its efforts in June, leveraging the power of its employees to strengthen their impact globally. We are grateful that Morgan Stanley Wealth Management in Fairfield selected Operation Hope as its non-profit partner for Global Volunteer Month. 10 employees of the Fairfield branch gathered to make 38 bagged lunches for our Community Kitchen guests. Lunches included a sandwich, a piece of fruit, a bag of chips, a cookie or granola bar and a bottle of water. We always appreciate these meals our guests can grab and go, especially as sometimes, it is the only meal they may eat that day. Thanks to Morgan Stanley Fairfield branch for feeding our hungry neighbors!

CT Extreme Hot Weather Protocol Activated

Jun 20, 2025

Beat the heat and try to stay cool! 🥵 Governor Ned Lamont is advising Connecticut residents, particularly those who are most vulnerable, to take precautions ahead of the extreme temperatures that are forecast to impact the state beginning Sunday, June 22. The National Weather Service has issued heat advisories for most of the state through Wednesday, June 25. Cooling centers are opening across Connecticut. Anyone in need of a place to get out of the heat can locate their nearest cooling center by calling 2-1-1 or viewing the list that is published online at 211ct.org.

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