Connex Donates Over 600 Items to Family Centered Services
Connex is proud to announce the successful completion of its annual Holiday Give initiative, donating more than 600 toys and essential items to Family Centered Services of CT. In addition, Connex made an in-kind monetary donation of $1,500 to further support Family Centered Services of CT’s programs, which target specific issues such as neighborhood crime, partner violence, substance abuse, and more.
Family Centered Services offers immediate intervention and support while acting as the launch pad to help build a healthier, happier future for families facing neglect, abuse, and domestic violence. No child or family should go without the support they need because of circumstances beyond their control. From mid-November through December 12, donation boxes were placed in Connex branch lobbies and back-office locations. Members and employees generously contributed a wide range of items from baby care essentials and children’s toys to gifts for adolescents, as well as personal hygiene and household necessities. These contributions will directly benefit the families and children served by Family Centered Services of CT, helping to ensure they have the support and resources needed to experience a joyful and meaningful holiday season.
“The gifts that we’ve received through Connex’s Holiday Give are really wonderful”, said Jacquelyn Farrell, Executive Director, Family Centered Services. “Most of our families wouldn’t have a Christmas or a holiday without the help of organizations like Connex. We are so very grateful for everything they have done for us.”
Connex is proud to support organizations that provide critical services to families impacted by abuse, domestic violence, and neglect. By standing with these partners, we help ensure that children in crisis receive the safety, care, and support they need to heal, grow, and thrive.
About Connex
One of Connecticut’s largest credit unions, Connex is a full-service credit union serving more than 70,000 members at eight branches. Membership is open to anyone who lives, works, attends school, or worships in New Haven, Hartford, Middlesex, or Fairfield counties. For more information, please call 1-800-CR-UNION or visit connexcu.org
About Family Centered Services of CT
Family Centered Services of CT (also known as Family CT) was founded in 1977, originally as the Coordinating Council For Children In Crisis, Inc., focusing on child abuse prevention, treatment, and accessible, coordinated family support services in the New Haven area. Family Centered Services is proud to be the first agency to address domestic violence alongside child abuse. They are located at 235 Nicoll St, New Haven, their website is familyct.org, and they can be reached at 203-624-2600.