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Mid-point Delivery to Bridgeport Rescue Mission

A couple of TCW members delivered almost $900 worth of winter accessories to Bridgeport Rescue Mission on December 30th. This included, among other things,160 pairs of new socks, 42 hats and 38 pairs of gloves. They were very appreciative of all the donations but were especially excited about the socks and gloves which they immediately put out for distribution. The drive continues through March 31st. Thank you to everyone in the community for their support and generosity in making this happen.

Holiday Gifts Delivered to Mercy Learning Center

Recently, several TCW members spread holiday cheer by delivering gifts to families of Mercy Learning Center (MLC)’s students. MLC offers free literacy, life skills, career, and early childhood education to disadvantaged women in the greater Bridgeport area. Thanks to Gail, Duly, Nannette, Liz F, Liz T, Tracey, Jo, Tina, and Sandra for purchasing items on the children’s wish lists! In addition to the items in the photo, many more items were ordered on Amazon and delivered directly to MLC.

Holiday Basket Delivery

Holiday giving at its best! On December 8th, our TCW team delivered gifts, essentials, and gift cards to Trumbull Social Services for our adopted family. A huge thank-you to everyone who donated and to Mary, Vicki, and Terri for organizing. Wishing this sweet family the happiest holiday season!

Thanksgiving Basket Delivery

Trumbull Community Women received the names of two families from Social Services and prepared baskets filled with everything they need for Thanksgiving, along with gift cards to help them buy holiday gifts. This photo shows the “basket” for just one of the families!

Veteran’s Day Annual Breakfast

On November 11th, the Trumbull Community Women once again hosted a heartfelt breakfast buffet for local veterans before the Veterans Day assembly at Trumbull High School. A number of club members contributed by baking a variety of delicious pastries for the event, ensuring there was enough to also share with the Trumbull Police Department, Trumbull EMS and Library Staff. This annual tradition continues to be a rewarding experience, as it brings the community together to honor and show appreciation for those who have served.

Cake Kit Donation

On November 3rd, 22 birthday cake kits were delivered to the Trumbull Food Pantry made by TCW members. The kits contain cake mix, icing, birthday candles, balloons, a cake tin, and a can of soda (in case the family doesn’t have eggs or oil.). All families should be able to celebrate their birthdays. 

Halloween House Decorating Contest – Results

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all of you for your entries in our Halloween House Decorating contest. We truly appreciate the hard work and time put in to decorate your homes for Halloween. Each entry makes Trumbull a bit more “spooktacular” for our community.

A big thank you, also, to our judges who had the difficult task of selecting just 3 winners – 15 Sport Hill Road, 9 Raynor Avenue and 9 Southgate Road. Congratulations!

We encourage everyone to participate in this contest next year. Thank you for being a part of our Halloween festivities!

Giving Tree Drive – School Supplies Donation

Trumbull Community Women’s Giving Tree recently wrapped up our School Supplies Drive to benefit Mercy Learning Center in Bridgeport. Mercy provides free literacy and life skills education to low-income women and their children, helping families build brighter futures through education. The Center currently serves over 500 women and nearly 60 children in its Early Childhood Education Center. Many of the women come to MLC to learn English so they can support their children in school and often continue on to earn diplomas and pursue further education.

Thanks to everyone’s generosity, we collected approximately 480 items valued at $900! These donations will help give MLC’s dedicated learners and their children the tools they need to start the school year strong. Mercy Learning Center was deeply appreciative of our continued support and the kindness of our community. Thank you to everyone who contributed!

Semi-annual Free Shredding Event

Trumbull Community Women hosted our semi-annual Free Community Shredding Event on Saturday, October 18th at the Trumbull Nature & Arts Center. This event is sponsored by the Town Fair Tire Foundation, the philanthropic division of Town Fair Tire. While the shredding is free, donations are greatly appreciated. The proceeds go back to the community in the form of grants, scholarships, community events, financial assistance, etc. Thanks to the generosity of the community, we had another successful event!

Diaper Drive to Benefit Mercy Learning Center

On October 8th, TCW generously donated nearly 800 diapers to Mercy Learning Center to support its residents. Mercy Learning Center offers free literacy and life skills education to low-income women in Bridgeport—many of whom are mothers experiencing diaper insecurity. Some visit the center weekly to receive diaper disbursements. Access to free diapers allows these women to redirect limited financial resources toward other essential family needs, all while working toward economic self-sufficiency through education.

Food Drive to Benefit Mercy Learning Center

We were fortunate to have another beautiful day for our food drive on Saturday, October 4th, at Stop & Shop in Bridgeport, benefiting the Mercy Learning Center. Thanks to the hard work of eight dedicated TCW volunteers, we collected $3,500 worth of non-perishable food and toiletries, along with $400 in cash donations. The cash was used to purchase sixteen $25 Stop & Shop gift cards, bringing the total value of our donation to an impressive $3,900! The donations were delivered to the Mercy Learning Center on Monday, October 6th.

A heartfelt thank-you to our amazing volunteers—and to the generous community members who donated! Your kindness and support made this food drive a great success and continue to make a real difference in the lives of others.

Storywalk & Rock Painting Event

On September 24th, TCW and the Trumbull Public Library co-hosted a reading and painting adventure for kids ages 4-8. Christine, Trumbull Library Children’s Librarian, read “Chooch Helped” by Andera L. Rogers aloud as we went through the story walk. Then the kids let their imagination run wild as they painted rocks which will subsequently be put along the Story Walk. One lucky child won a copy of the book, which TCW donated, as a door prize. 

Food Drive to Benefit Trumbull Food Pantry

We had a beautiful day on September 20th for our food drive at the Trumbull Stop & Shop to benefit the Trumbull Food Pantry. We collected donations from 10 am to 2 pm at both entrances of the grocery store. The Trumbull community was once again very generous and contributed $4,500 in non-perishable food and toiletries as well as $450 in cash, which were converted to eighteen Stop & Shop $25 gift cards, for a total of $4,950 in donations. The donations, which filled two vehicles, were delivered to the Trumbull Food Pantry on Monday, September 22, by two members of our Families in Need team. It was another great Trumbull Community Women team effort!

Trumbull Arts Festival – Children’s Creative Tent

Sunday, September 14th was a beautiful day for the Arts Festival, especially at the Children’s Creative Tent, where imagination and hands-on fun took center stage! Children spent the day making crafts, filling the tent with color, creativity, and laughter. Smiles lit up the faces of young artists—and the young at heart—as they proudly shared their handmade creations. TCW is always proud to host this joyful event and deeply appreciates the continued support from our wonderful community. Thank you for being a part of it. See you all next year!

Giving Tree Drive – Toiletry Donation

TCW recently completed its spring Giving Tree Drive collecting toiletries for the women and children of Mercy Learning Center in Bridgeport.  We collected 260 items totaling approximately $700. Among the items were 44 toothbrushes and 84 bars of soap. Pictured below are Mary Hurley and Danette Tur delivering the items to MLC’s Development Associate, Jennifer Sanchez. When asked to explain the impact the donation was going to have and she wrote:

“In Social Services, our goal is to connect students with local resources so they can focus on their education and finish the semester strong. For many, the rising cost of basic necessities—like toiletries—creates real challenges. These everyday items aren’t always easy to come by, and without them, it can be tough to stay on track. By easing some of these financial pressures, we help students meet their basic needs and continue their studies with fewer distractions. At MLC, students have access to our onsite diaper and food pantry. This gives them the essentials they need to focus on what matters most— their education.”

CJW Spring Conference

On May 31st, Andrea, Hilary, Susan, Anna, Duly, and Sandra represented TCW at the annual conference hosted by our parent organization, Connecticut Junior Women. Twenty clubs from across the state participated to honor and celebrate community service, personal growth, and leadership. Our club was recognized for our 60 years of service AND for being the LARGEST CLUB in the state! Andrea received an award for her efforts as VP of Membership, and Sandra received TWO awards: “Junior of the Year” and “Social Media Superstar”. Kudos to Andrea and Sandra for their exceptional contributions to our club’s successes.

Food Drive to Benefit Mercy Learning Center

Our food drive on Saturday, May 31st, was a resounding success. Thank you to everyone who made a generous contribution. We collected non-perishable food and toiletries, as well as cash for gift cards, for a total donation valued at approximately $1,600. The folks at Mercy Learning Center were very appreciative of the donation!

Annual Installation Banquet

On May 6th, TCW held our annual Installation Banquet at Jennie’s Pizzeria. Members enjoyed the opportunity to socialize, enjoy dinner, celebrate the year’s achievements, and install our new Executive Board. Our Social Committee: Vicky, Debi, and Michelle did an amazing job planning and organizing this event. Sue S. began the evening with an invocation followed by Nannette leading us in a toast. Once dinner concluded, our outgoing President Duly gave a lovely speech recounting the events of the year, and thanked all the members for the privilege of being their President. She then gave appreciation gifts to the outgoing Board members. Special awards were also given to Terri for her 10 years as Parliamentarian, Bernadette for generously crafting beautiful gift baskets for club events, and Vicky for providing us with 4 years of fun, camaraderie, and laughter . Next, Andrea recognized Kiran and Tina for their 5-year anniversaries and Sandra for her 10-years in the club. Sandra was also recognized as Member of the Year. Next Sandra delivered a heartfelt speech thanking Duly for her extraordinary leadership, and presented a printed photo book featuring pictures from every event over the past 3 years, a gift card to Ecco, and a thank you card signed by members. Sandra symbolically passed the “immediate past President” baton to Duly in the form of a customized baton. Next, Debi installed the incoming Executive Board, absent were Susan D. and Anna who were each traveling at the time. Finally Shirley and Andrea spoke about their hopes and aspirations for the upcoming year. All in all this was a really fun evening, filled with laughter and joy.

Food Drive to Benefit Trumbull Food Pantry

On May 3rd, TCW held its bi-annual food drive to benefit the Trumbull Food Pantry. We collected non-perishable foods and personal hygiene items worth almost $3,000 in donations. All items were delivered to the food pantry on May 5th. It was perfect weather for a food drive, and everyone was so generous!

Community Fair

On May 3rd TCW was delighted to participate in the second annual Community Volunteer Fair hosted by the Trumbull Public Library. Andrea, Caroline, Lalitha, Shirley, Julie, and Christine represented TCW and spoke with everyone who visited our table. Thank you to Trumbull First Selectman Vicki Tesoro, who came to say hello. One of our visitors remarked, “You are a fun group!”

Tidy-Up Trumbull

April 26th was another rainy Tidy Up Trumbull Day . . . but our community was not deterred. Many thanks to the Trumbull Democrats, Masconn Kids, Sustainable Trumbull, Impact Trumbull, the Hrbek family representing Brownie troop 36050 and Girl Scout troop 30060, the Alred family, the McKee family, and the other individual families we did not capture on camera. And special thanks to First Selectman Vicky Tesoro for coming to our coffee and cleaning up with the Democrats. These community wide efforts are what put the “community” in Trumbull Community Women. Thank you everyone who braved the weather and tidied up our town today, tomorrow and always!

Adopt-A-Classroom

As part of our Adopt-A-Classroom project, TCW members Shirley and Kiran delivered 30 Writing Boxes to Head Start in Trumbull on April 25th. Each box is thoughtfully packed with engaging items such as crayons, chalk, letter and number tracing cards, LCD writing tablets, and so much more — all designed to help prevent the “summer learning slide” for children ages 3 to 5. We are grateful for the opportunity to support the growth and development of our community’s youngest learners. These Writing Boxes will help prepare Pre-K and Kindergarten-ready students for a strong start in the 2025–2026 school year. 

Trumbull Food Pantry Donation

On April 21st, Linda from the Families in Need Committee delivered diapers totaling almost $250 to the Trumbull Food Pantry for the families in need of diapers for their little ones.  They were most appreciative of our donation. 

Another Successful Shred-it Event

TCW’s spring shredding event on April 5th was a resounding success, despite the dreary weather! We’re thrilled to have assisted our neighbors in securely disposing of their sensitive documents. A huge thank you to all the TCW members, especially our unstoppable leader, Julie Howes, who made the event possible. We also deeply appreciate your generous donations, which will support our community through a variety of town-wide events and aid for those in need.

Mercy Learning Center Donations

On Friday, March 14th, Terri and Barbara from the Families in Need Committee delivered a generous donation of feminine hygiene products and food to Mercy Learning Center, valued at $250. The center had been running low on supplies and was very appreciative of our contribution.

Giving Tree Donations – Thomas Merton House

On February 26th, TCW members Mary, Tina & Danette, delivered 180 socks, gloves/mittens and hats to Thomas Merton Family Center. It is a new building which offers many services for the most needy population of the greater Bridgeport area. The staff members were very appreciative to receive our donation and look forward to working with us in the future. These items were donated by our generous and caring community at the Giving Tree located at the Trumbull Public Library.

We delivered in total 485 items (worth approximately $3,700) that were collected over the past five months to the following organizations:  Bridgeport Rescue Mission, Spooner House and Thomas Merton Family Center.  These donations were very much appreciated by these organizations and helped support their mission for those in need.  Thank you also to Town Fair Tire Foundation for generously donating 244 pairs of Bombas socks towards the Giving Tree clothing drive.

Partnering with Trumbull Nature & Arts Center

On February 22nd, TCW partnered with the Trumbull Nature & Arts Center for a delightful morning of terrarium-making with the kids. Mark Cenari, the Center’s educator, did an excellent job engaging the children throughout the activity. Duly Chiappetta was the creative mastermind behind the project at TCW, and a special thanks goes to Sheryl Baumann for her collaboration and for welcoming us to the Nature Center. It was a fun and memorable experience for everyone involved.

Valentine’s Day Recognition

TCW shared Valentines Day love and recognition with the staff at the Mary J. Sherlach Counseling Center.  Two TCW members, Sandra and Susan, delivered goody bags to thank them for their contributions to the mental health of our town. The Center offers individual and family counseling, vaping cessation, coping strategies, academic tutoring, and so much more. We are grateful to them for the vital services they offer.

Giving Tree Donations – Spooner House

On January 17th TCW members Danette and Mary delivered 180 socks, hats and gloves to the Spooner House in Shelton. These were donations to our Giving Tree located in the front lobby of the Trumbull Public Library on Quality Street. Missed this round? No problem! We will be taking donations through February. We appreciate your generosity!

2025 Kick-off Meeting

On January 7th, TCW held its first meeting of 2025 which was well attended by current, new and potential members alike. We started off with a special recognition from the VFW for our efforts supporting Veterans. Graham Bissett Commander, Bob Mraz Vice Commander, and Dan Sacco Director of Programs, all of VFW Post 10059, were there for the presentation. After the presentation and a discussion of completed club events and a few upcoming events, Duly opened the meeting for all members to discuss ideas they had for our group to become involved with. Many members have great passion for their projects and we look forward to their write-ups in our newsletter each month telling us more about the organizations they support and how we can get involved. A great start to the new year.

Holiday House Decorating Contest – Winners

TCW is pleased to announce the 2024 Holiday House Decorating Contest Winners (in no particular order) – 107 Whitney Avenue, 92 Four Seasons Lane and 17 Green Street. Congratulations to these home for their outstanding festive displays!

Thank you to everyone who participated! It was a difficult decision for our judges. We truly appreciate the hard work and time put in to decorate each home for the holidays. Every entry makes Trumbull a bit more festive for our community.

We encourage everyone to participate in this contest, as well as our Halloween House Decorating contest, next year. Thank you for being a part of our holiday festivities!

Annual Holiday Party

On a crisp Sunday afternoon, TCW members gathered in warmth and camaraderie for our annual holiday celebration. This year’s event took place at the charming Historical Society, which was adorned with festive decorations, creating a cozy atmosphere. Members enjoyed a delightful spread of appetizers and desserts, while some husbands also joined in the festive cheer. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated. Wishing all our members and their families a joyful holiday season!

Holiday Basket Delivered

With the generosity of our club members, Trumbull Community Women delivered 5 boxes and 4 bags of food, toiletries, and paper goods for our holiday adopted family (a mom and 2 teenage sons), as well as gift cards to Target and Stop & Shop.  We wish them a joyful and peaceful holiday and new year.

Letters from Santa

As of December 11th, all letters from Santa have been mailed. Thank you to everyone who requested a letter!

Year End 2024 Meeting

On December 3rd, TCW marked the close of 2024 with a holiday-themed Desserts and Raffle Meeting, which featured the installation of four new members! We enjoyed a variety of delicious treats and festive prizes while warmly welcoming our newest members. Wishing everyone a joyful holiday season!

Thanksgiving Basket Delivered

On November 21st, two of our members, Mary Hurley and Jo Lifrieri (pictured below), delivered a Thanksgiving basket to Trumbull Social Services for our adopted family. We hope the mother and her two teenage sons enjoy the thoughtful treats and have a joyful, bountiful Thanksgiving. As always, a sincere thank you to all of our members for their generous donations!