CJR

06/01/2026

What's cooking in the CJR kitchen? Asparagus!

From our culinary team:

"Showcasing our Litchfield CJR Farm to table asparagus experience this Spring season. Asparagus has been on the menu in the dining hall. Simply grilled, highlighting the freshest of flavor. A little olive oil, lemon, salt, and pepper go a long way to deliciousness!"

05/31/2026

Learning to recognize the physical and emotional signs of stress is an important part of protecting your mental health. Paying attention to what your mind and body need allows you to pause, reset, and remember that self-care isn’t a luxury — it’s essential to your overall wellbeing.

05/29/2026

We’ve celebrated some significant staff anniversaries on our Litchfield campus this month! Thank you to Chris C. and Jennifer G. for contributing more than two decades of talent and passion to the mission of CJR. We are grateful to have you on our team!

05/27/2026

Our 2026 Scholarship Dinner was an unforgettable evening celebrating bright futures! Congratulations to our scholarship recipients and thanks to our sponsors, friends, and staff for making this year’s event a tremendous success.

05/23/2026

Grabbing some groceries for your Memorial Day gatherings? When you visit Stop & Shop Meriden for your holiday weekend shopping, you can support CJR by adding a reusable shopping bag from this month’s Community Bag Promotion to your order. The store is generously donating $1 from each $2.50 bag purchased back to CJR.

05/21/2026

A future full of possibility starts with support. Every sponsorship represents an investment in education, encouragement, and the belief that young people deserve the chance to succeed. We are deeply grateful to the organizations and individuals who stand beside our students and make this work possible. Thank you to our Scholarship Dinner sponsors for helping empower the next generation!

05/21/2026

05/19/2026

Even small moments of joy can make a big difference. Take time for activities that help you recharge — whether it’s listening to music, journaling the positives from your day, going for a walk, or simply enjoying a few quiet moments. Prioritizing your wellbeing supports emotional balance and mental health, one step at a time. 💚

05/12/2026

Our Annual Scholarship Dinner is almost here, and there’s still time to reserve your seat!

Join us as we recognize our scholarship recipients, honor the generosity of our supporters, and raise critical funds that help young people pursue their educational goals and build successful futures.

Don’t miss this inspiring night of community and impact — purchase your tickets now: https://cjrimpact.org/support/annual-scholarship-dinner/.

05/11/2026

Heading out to do some grocery shopping? Stop & Shop Meriden has graciously chosen CJR as the benefactor of this month's Community Bag Promotion. When you shop this May, $1 from each $2.50 bag purchase will be donated back to CJR. If you stop by the Meriden Stop & Shop to grab a bag, snap a photo and tag us. We'd love to see it!