Blog - Operation Hope of Fairfield

“Refill the Pantry” at Villa Ave Stop & Shop on Saturday, September 21

Sep 20, 2024

Shopping for groceries this weekend? 🛒 Swing by Stop & Shop on Villa Ave in Fairfield on Saturday, September 21, 9am-5pm and donate a few extra items to help stock our Pantry🥫The “Refill the Pantry” drive is a collaborative project sponsored by four churches: Our Saviour’s Lutheran (Fairfield), First Presbyterian (Fairfield), Grace Lutheran (Stratford) and Good Shepherd Lutheran (Monroe). Many thanks to these churches and their congregations for their support of our neighbors in need 🙏

Since the churches began collaborating for area food pantry collections in October 2022, they have gathered over 26,000 pounds of food and $18,800 in cash and gift card donations ❤

In Need of Full-Size Paper Grocery Bags for Pantry Clients

Sep 19, 2024

As you’re doing your grocery shopping, we would love any paper grocery bags you can spare! We’re in need of full-size brown paper grocery bags to pack groceries and essentials for our Food Pantry clients. Handled and handle-less paper grocery bags, as well as Target reusable bags, are appreciated! Please drop off Monday-Friday, 9am-4:30pm, 636 Old Post Road, Fairfield, and please do not leave donations unattended. Thank you for helping us feed and care for our neighbors in need!

Deadline Extended to September 23 to Sponsor “Hole for Hunger”

Sep 19, 2024

Looking for a quick and easy way to show your support of Operation Hope of Fairfield and our neighbors in need? Join these “Hole for Hunger” sponsors Claremont Sales Group, Fucigna Family, Massage Envy Fairfield, Michael Smith Architects and sponsor a “Hole for Hunger” for just $250! Your name will be prominently displayed on the course of the Country Club of Fairfield at our Annual Golf Outing on October 7 ⛳ Great visibility on a beautiful and exclusive course at one of the area’s most eagerly anticipated events! No need for you to be present…but rest assured, your presence will be seen on the course! Purchase your “Hole for Hunger” sponsorship here by September 23. Plus, we have just two foursomes remaining…grab one here before they sell out!🏌‍♂️Thanks to our generous sponsors for making the Annual Golf Outing possible:

Beverage Sponsor: The DiNardo-Aiello Family Fund
Closest to Pin: Jersey Mike’s Fairfield
Eagle Sponsor: Champion Maintenance & Construction
Fairway Sponsor: PNC Bank
Greens Sponsor: Webster Private Bank
Longest Drive Sponsor: AT&T
Lunch Sponsor: Turner Construction
Putting Contest Sponsor: BBR Partners
Reception Sponsor: Global Infrastructure Partners
Birdie Sponsor: Harry’s Wine & Liquor Market

Join Us at ConnectFairfield’s 2nd Annual Sip & Support

Sep 18, 2024

Join us at ConnectFairfield CT‘s 2nd Sip + Support Non-Profit Showcase at Elicit Brewing in Fairfield on Wednesday, September 25, 6-8pm! We’re excited to be one of the over 25 local non profits participating! Get to know all of us and the work we do to create a positive impact in our community. Learn about volunteer opportunities, upcoming events, and donation needs. Come by, enjoy a drink, grab a bite to eat, and learn more about local organizations. Admission is free, so come solo or bring your friends and colleagues! Connecting community…thank you ConnectFairfield

September Is Hunger Action Month

Sep 12, 2024

September is Hunger Action Month – Feeding America’s annual campaign to raise awareness of hunger in the United States and to take action to combat poverty, inequity, and injustice so we can end hunger for good. Every action―big or small―is one step closer to an America, and a Fairfield and surrounding community, where no one is hungry. When people are fed, futures are nourished, and we can all reach our full potential. Join us in the mission to end hunger right here at home for our neighbors in need in our community:

✅ DONATE TO OUR FOOD PANTRY, purchase on Amazon & ship directly to us here

✅ MAKE A FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTION, $.90 of every dollar donated goes to feeding, housing and counseling our neighbors in need, donate here

A Day of Remembrance and Service

Sep 11, 2024

As we reflect on the 23rd anniversary of 9/11, we pay tribute and honor the memory of the brave and loved ones lost that day, keeping them and their families in our hearts. We hold dear their struggles will not have been in vain, and maintain a sense of hope for the future. We will never forget.

As 9/11 has been federally recognized as the National Day of Service and Remembrance and is intended to transform this national day of tragedy into a day of doing good, it’s become the largest annual day of charitable service in the United States. Please take a moment to support a cause close to your heart, and know that your donation makes a big difference

UBS Connecticut Offices Collaborate for Service Campaign

Sep 6, 2024

Feel Good Friday! Earlier this summer, the 3 UBS branches in Connecticut joined forces with Operation Hope for UBS’ Season of Service event. In this annual community service campaign, UBS mobilizes employees across the Americas to create local impact in their communities through hands-on and skills-based volunteering.

Operation Hope was fortunate to be the recipient of hands-on help and donations from these 3 branches. The branches donated items and put together snack bags and toiletry kits for us to distribute our on outreach rounds and in our Community Kitchen and Pantry. The snack bags were chock full of healthy, protein rich items and handy essentials, including tuna salad kits, fruit cups, granola bars, mixed nuts, water/juice, utensil packs, napkins, tissues, chapstick and hand sanitizers. The toiletry kits were full of travel sized items including shampoo, conditioner, soap, lotion, shaving cream, razor, deodorant, toothbrush and toothpaste. Thanks so much to the 3 UBS Connecticut offices for collaborating on this important project and for the generosity. These types of “grab and go” bags are so helpful for our neighbors in need and we are grateful for the help.

If your company (big or small!) is interested in doing some outreach, such as these toiletry kits and snack bags or preparing meals, for Operation Hope, please send us an email here.

Sponsor a “Hole for Hunger” at Annual Golf Outing

Sep 4, 2024

Here’s a quick and easy way to show your support of Operation Hope of Fairfield and our neighbors in need! Sponsor a “Hole for Hunger” for just $250 at our Annual Golf Outing at the Country Club of Fairfield on October 7 ⛳ Great visibility on a beautiful and exclusive course at one of the area’s most eagerly anticipated events! No need for you to be present…your presence will be seen on the course! Purchase your “Hole for Hunger” sponsorship here by September 9. Plus, we have a handful of foursomes remaining…grab one here before they sell out!🏌‍♂️

Seeking Donations for Operation Hope’s Pantry

Sep 3, 2024

We’re looking for a little help from you to refill our pantry! Our most pressing needs are cash, checks and grocery store gifts cards, which allow us to purchase fresh produce, dairy and meat for our neighbors in need.

Regular sized items (not bulk) appreciated. Drop off at our pantry M-F, 9am-4:30pm 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 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)

– Coffee (regular, instant & decaf)
– Popcorn

– Dried potatoes

– Canned fruit

– Pancake mix & syrup
– Dried fruit & nuts

– Honey

– Broth
– Cleaning supplies

– Paper towels

– Tissues

Happy Labor Day!

Sep 2, 2024

Labor Day is a day to celebrate the achievements and hard work of America’s workforce. We thank and support all the workers who help our neighbors in need. You empower us to help people solve their crises and build stability in an environment where compassion inspires dignity and hope.

In observance of Labor Day, our office at 636 Old Post Road, as well as our Food Pantry and Community Kitchen, will be closed today, Monday, September 2. The office and Community Kitchen will reopen for regular hours Tuesday, September 3 and the Food Pantry will resume regular service, 10am-12pm, Wednesday, September 4. Donations will be accepted once the office reopens on Tuesday. We wish you and yours a safe and happy holiday 🇺🇸

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