Angel of Edgewood, Inc.

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Angel of Edgewood, Inc. Angel of Edgewood, Inc. is a nonprofit Community Cafe, Pantry, and Resource Center.

10/14/2026

All is welcome. 11-1pm. Come on down.

The salaries and the quality of education our children received never matched. From inner circles to the streets, they j...
10/14/2026

The salaries and the quality of education our children received never matched. From inner circles to the streets, they justified raise after raise, yet there was never enough accountability for the lack of resources our teachers and students so desperately needed. A pattern that continued for years.

And let’s not overlook the role of City Hall and previous city administrations that supported this system. The decisions, the salaries, the raises, and the lack of accountability didn’t happen in a vacuum. There were people in positions of power who supported these decisions, defended them, and allowed the same patterns to continue while our schools struggled.

Now, we have Dr. Andraé Townsel, and this man can’t catch a break!

No one should be above criticism or accountability, but where was this same level of scrutiny when previous administrations were collecting enormous salaries while our schools struggled, teachers were digging into their own pockets, and our children were being asked to succeed without the tools and resources they needed?

We cannot expect one superintendent to walk through the door and undo years of systemic problems overnight. Leadership should absolutely be held accountable, but accountability must be consistent, not selective. And that includes the elected officials, city administrations, and everyone else who had a hand in shaping the very system we’re now demanding he fix.

And since we’re discussing salaries, let’s have an equally serious conversation about classroom conditions, student achievement, teacher retention, special education services, and where our education dollars are actually going.

Our children deserve more than expensive leadership. They deserve an education system that actually invests in them.

And accountability shouldn’t begin and end with whoever happens to occupy the superintendent’s office. It should extend to everyone who helped create, fund, defend, and sustain the system.

Because the real question has never been simply how much we’re paying the people at the top. It’s what our children are actually getting in return.

The highest earner last year in Hartford was the now former superintendent, followed by a dozen members of the Hartford Police Department, according to salary data obtained from the city.

Leslie Torres-Rodriguez, who left after school year ended in June 2025, earned $330,679 in 2025, the highest payout in Hartford. Torres-Rodriguez became superintendent in 2017 and was replaced by Andraé Townsel.

The next 12 highest earners in the city last year were all members of the Hartford Police Department.

Read more: https://www.ctinsider.com/projects/news/hartford-ct-highest-paid-employees-2025/

Today, join Angel of Edgewood, Inc. and Bertera Subaru of Hartford every Wednesday for “Wednesday at the Table” from 11a...
10/14/2026

Today, join Angel of Edgewood, Inc. and Bertera Subaru of Hartford every Wednesday for “Wednesday at the Table” from 11am - 1pm for a FREE community lunch! We're bringing neighbors together, sharing a warm meal, and giving back to the community because everyone deserves a seat at the table. All are welcome, and the food is FREE!

Some partnerships support the work. Bryn Tindall and Rebellion Group help make the work POSSIBLE. As Founder and CEO of ...
08/16/2026

Some partnerships support the work. Bryn Tindall and Rebellion Group help make the work POSSIBLE.

As Founder and CEO of Rebellion Group, Bryn built his career doing what he does best: challenging the status quo, connecting people and businesses, launching bold ideas, and turning what others see as impossible into opportunity. That same fearless approach has helped grow Rebellion into one of Connecticut’s most recognized marketing and technology companies, earning multiple appearances on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies.

But for Angel of Edgewood, Bryn is so much more than a CEO. He is a fierce advocate, a connector, a door-opener, and a true COMMUNITY PARTNER. Bryn has used his platform, relationships, resources, and influence to catapult Angel of Edgewood into spaces we could never have imagined. He doesn't just tell people about our work. He makes sure the right people SEE it, understand it, and know why it matters.

So much of what we are able to accomplish is strengthened by the unwavering commitment of Bryn and the entire Rebellion Group team. They have poured their talent, strategy, creativity, technology, connections, and resources into helping us grow our reach and tell our story on a completely different level.

Bryn doesn't just open doors. He makes sure Angel of Edgewood is in the room.

We are beyond proud to recognize Bryn Tindall and Rebellion Group as our Community Partner for Angel of Edgewood’s 6th Annual Back-to-School Extravaganza. This is what partnership is supposed to look like. ❤️🎒

WE’RE GOING BEYOND THE BACKPACK!The Back-to-School Extravaganza is bigger than pencils, notebooks, and backpacks. It’s a...
08/16/2026

WE’RE GOING BEYOND THE BACKPACK!

The Back-to-School Extravaganza is bigger than pencils, notebooks, and backpacks. It’s about making sure our children walk into that classroom knowing their COMMUNITY is behind them.

Angel of Edgewood,’s 6th Annual Back-to-School Extravaganza is BACK, and we’re bringing Hartford together for an afternoon of amazing vendors, community resources, giveaways, family fun, and a whole lot of LOVE!❤️

Because OUR children deserve more than supplies. THEY DESERVE OPPORTUNITY. 💯

📅 Tuesday, August 25th
📍 Dunkin’ Park | 1214 Main Street, Hartford
⏰ 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Same place. NEW HOURS. BIG ENERGY. 🔥

This is Beyond the Backpack: Where Knowledge Changes Communities.

Tag a family. Share the flyer. Spread the word. And meet us at Dunkin’ Park! 🎒📚❤️


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¡HARTFORD, VAMOS MÁS ALLÁ DE LA MOCHILA!

La Celebración de Regreso a Clases es mucho más que lápices, cuadernos y mochilas. Se trata de asegurarnos de que nuestros niños entren al salón de clases sabiendo que su COMUNIDAD los apoya. ❤️

¡La 6ta Celebración Anual de Regreso a Clases de Angel of Edgewood ESTÁ DE REGRESO! Estamos reuniendo a Hartford para una tarde con increíbles vendedores, recursos comunitarios, regalos, diversión para toda la familia y, sobre todo, ¡mucho AMOR! ❤️

Porque NUESTROS niños merecen más que útiles escolares. MERECEN OPORTUNIDADES. 💯

📅 Martes, 25 de agosto
📍 Dunkin’ Park | 1214 Main Street, Hartford
⏰ 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Mismo lugar. NUEVO HORARIO. ¡GRAN ENERGÍA! 🔥

Esto es Más Allá de la Mochila: Donde el Conocimiento Transforma Comunidades.

Etiqueta a una familia. Comparte el flyer. Corre la voz. ¡Y nos vemos en Dunkin’ Park! 🎒📚❤️

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/angel-of-edgewoods-6th-annual-back-to-school-extravaganza-tickets-1996793686669

SHE’S MORE THAN A PARTNER. SHE’S FAMILY. For years, Maria DeSarbo of Carbonella & Desarbo Inc Inc has been one of Angel ...
08/16/2026

SHE’S MORE THAN A PARTNER. SHE’S FAMILY.

For years, Maria DeSarbo of Carbonella & Desarbo Inc Inc has been one of Angel of Edgewood’s biggest champions. She has supported our mission, advocated for our work, opened doors, stretched resources, added a little extra when families needed it, and consistently showed up for our community.

Some partnerships are about an event. Others are built on years of trust, commitment, and a shared belief that our families deserve the very best.

Maria, thank you for continuing to stand with Angel of Edgewood and the people we serve. We are proud to recognize you as an AOE Community Champion & Longstanding Partner.

6th Annual Back-to-School Extravaganza
Beyond the Backpack: Where Knowledge Changes Communities.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/angel-of-edgewoods-6th-annual-back-to-school-extravaganza-tickets-1996793686669

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Hartford, CT
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