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S.T.E.P.S., Inc. is a non-profit organization committed to empowering girls and uplifting communities To find out more about all that S.T.E.P.S., Inc.

We offer free after school programming to the girls of Bennie Dover Jackson Middle School, Groton Middle School, and the high school girls of Groton and New London. Our curriculum is built upon the elements of The Wellness Wheel and includes units designed to nourish the "whole girl". Topics include: Stress and anger management, media literacy, body image, healthy relationships, financial literacy, goal setting, and much more. In addition to our after school programming, S.T.E.P.S., Inc. holds Summer Program Sessions which focus on developing leadership skills. has to offer, visit STEPSCT.org

S.T.E.P.S., Inc. is a 501(c)(3) organization

10/09/2026

STEPS, Inc. is incredibly grateful to everyone who supported our I Am Empowered Dinner & Fashion Show on Friday, October 2nd!

Our speakers were amazing, and our girls truly shined!! Watching them walk with confidence and embrace their individuality reminded us why we do what we do.

Together, we are empowering girls and inspiring futures! 💗💗💗💗

09/30/2026

🎨 What Color Will You Wear?

The I Am Empowered Dinner & Fashion Show is almost here, and we’re inviting you to show up in COLOR! ✨

💗 Hot Pink — Confidence, boldness & empowerment
💚 Green — Growth, renewal & possibility
💜 Purple — Purpose, wisdom & strength
❤️ Red — Courage, passion & power
💙 Blue — Peace, trust & confidence
💛 Yellow/Gold — Joy, optimism & success
🧡 Orange — Creativity, enthusiasm & energy
🤍 White — New beginnings, clarity & hope
🖤 Black — Strength, elegance & sophistication

Of course, Hot Pink & Green are our signature S.T.E.P.S. colors, so you can never go wrong showing up in a little—or a LOT—of either! 💗💚

Whatever color you choose, wear it boldly and come ready to celebrate empowerment, community, fashion, and the incredible women making an impact around us.

✨ I Am Empowered Dinner & Fashion Show
📅 Friday, October 2, 2026
⏰ Doors open at 5:30 PM | Event starts at 6:00 PM
📍 Port ‘N Starboard at Ocean Beach Park
98 Neptune Avenue, New London, CT

09/27/2026

✨ 5 DAYS TO GO! ✨

You’ve seen the introductions, and you’ve shown these incredible women so much love! 💕 Now, come hear from and celebrate them in person at the I Am Empowered Dinner & Fashion Show!

Join us Friday, October 2nd at 6 PM as we welcome our Keynote Speaker, Megan Gilbert, hear from our Women Who Empower, Kiesha Murphy and Juliette Parker, and honor Kathy Greene and Kia Baird for their impact and contributions. ✨

This powerful evening also helps raise funds to support the girls and young women of S.T.E.P.S., Inc.

💗 Can’t be there? You can still be part of the impact! Support the work of S.T.E.P.S. by becoming a sponsor or advertising your business in our event program.

🎟️ To register or become a sponsor, click the link below or scan the QR code on the flyer:

https://tinyurl.com/IAE-2026-Dinner-Fashion-Show

✨ 5 DAYS. One powerful evening. Come celebrate, connect, and support!

09/25/2026

✨ Meet Our New Executive Director, Wendy Wilbur! ✨

Wendy Wilbur is a passionate advocate for empowering girls and women to recognize their worth, build confidence, and walk boldly in their strength. She leads with authenticity and compassion, creating spaces where others feel seen, heard, and supported.

As the new Executive Director of S.T.E.P.S., Wendy brings her passion, experience, and heart for empowering others to the organization’s next chapter. She looks forward to building upon S.T.E.P.S.’ strong foundation while expanding opportunities for girls to grow, discover their potential, and envision futures filled with purpose and possibility.

Please join us in welcoming Wendy Wilbur, Executive Director of S.T.E.P.S.! 💗💚

09/24/2026

✨ Meet Our Honoree: Kia Baird! ✨

Kia Baird is a Certified Employment Support Professional and dedicated community leader whose work centers on creating opportunities and strengthening communities.

Kia has also made an impact right here at S.T.E.P.S., serving as a consultant to our Board of Directors during the development of our strategic plan and Executive Director search.

Her leadership and service have included the National Council of Negro Women, Southeastern CT Re-entry Council, Equality CT, and other community organizations throughout the region. Kia has also been recognized as a 40 Under Forty honoree, SECT Professional Woman of the Year, and one of 100 Women of Color.

Through her commitment to service, advocacy, and empowering others, Kia continues to make a meaningful impact throughout Southeastern Connecticut.

We are proud to honor Kia Baird at the S.T.E.P.S. I AM EMPOWERED Dinner & Fashion Show! 💗💚

09/22/2026

✨ Meet Our Honoree: Kathy Greene! ✨

Kathy Greene is a longtime advocate for inclusion, collaboration, and creating opportunities throughout Southeastern Connecticut. She founded and directed the Lighthouse Voc-Ed Center from 1992–2017 and has continued to support nonprofits, women-owned businesses, and community organizations throughout the tri-state area.

Kathy also has a special connection to S.T.E.P.S., currently serving as our grant writer and helping support the resources and opportunities that make our work possible.

In 2018, Kathy co-founded the Girl Power Collaborative alongside leaders from S.T.E.P.S., Girl Scouts, Girls on the Run, and the Soroptimist CT Shoreline Club. The collaborative received the Eastern Connecticut Chamber’s Collaboration of the Year award in 2019 and continues its work today.

Kathy believes that collaboration is key to helping individuals and communities thrive, and we are proud to honor her at the S.T.E.P.S. I AM EMPOWERED Dinner & Fashion Show! 💗💚

09/18/2026

✨ WE ARE OFFICIALLY 2 WEEKS AWAY! ✨

The countdown is ON for the S.T.E.P.S., Inc. I Am Empowered Dinner & Fashion Show! 💕👗

This year’s theme, “Women Who Empower,” is all about celebrating women who lead, inspire, uplift, and make an impact in the lives of others—and we are so excited to gather for an evening of empowerment, inspiration, fashion, food, and community!

📅 Friday, October 2, 2026
⏰ Doors open at 5:30 PM | Event begins at 6:00 PM
📍 Port ’N Starboard at Ocean Beach Park, New London

✨ Only TWO WEEKS to go! Have you purchased your ticket yet?

🎟️ Scan the QR code on the flyer or click the link below to secure your seat!
https://tinyurl.com/IAE-2026-Dinner-Fashion-Show

09/16/2026

We are thrilled to announce that 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝗿, 𝗠𝗮𝘆𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗻, will be one of our featured speakers at S.T.E.P.S.’ 𝗜 𝗔𝗺 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗗𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 & 𝗙𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄, speaking as a 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘀!

Join us on 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝗻𝗱 for an unforgettable evening filled with 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 as we come together to honor and recognize incredible women who are making a difference in our community.

For more information about our event, click the link below:
https://tinyurl.com/IAE-2026-Dinner-Fashion-Show

09/14/2026

We are thrilled to announce that 𝗞𝗶𝗲𝘀𝗵𝗮 𝗠𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗵𝘆, 𝗢𝘄𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗱𝗼 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝘆, will be one of our featured speakers at S.T.E.P.S.’ 𝗜 𝗔𝗺 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗗𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 & 𝗙𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄, speaking as a 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘀!

Join us on 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝗻𝗱 for an unforgettable evening filled with 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 as we come together to honor and recognize incredible women who are making a difference in our community.

For more information about our event, click the link below:
https://tinyurl.com/IAE-2026-Dinner-Fashion-Show

09/11/2026

We are thrilled to announce that 𝗠𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗻 𝗚𝗶𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘁, 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘂𝘁, will be our 𝗞𝗲𝘆𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿 at S.T.E.P.S.’ 𝗜 𝗔𝗺 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗗𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 & 𝗙𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄!

Join us on 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝗻𝗱 for an unforgettable evening filled with 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 as we come together to honor and recognize incredible women who are making a difference in our community.

For more information about our event, click the link below:
https://tinyurl.com/IAE-2026-Dinner-Fashion-Show

Address

Groton, CT
06340

Opening Hours

Monday	6am - 5pm
Tuesday	6am - 8pm
Wednesday	6am - 5pm
Thursday	6am - 8pm
Friday	6am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 3pm
Sunday	10am - 6pm

Telephone

+18609417949

Website

http://www.stepsct.org/

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