Middlesex United Way

09/03/2026

🚨 Hot off the press! 📰

A big thank you to Lori and the team at Old Saybrook Neighbors Magazine for featuring the Middlesex Pantry Project in their September 2026 issue! We appreciate the help spreading the word across the shoreline community.

Read the full, extended article on LinkedIn here:
https://lnkd.in/p/e7B8GBXW

09/01/2026

Another delivery making its way into the community!

This morning, we dropped off donations to the Middlefield Social Services Food Pantry, continuing the impact of our Flood the Food Banks drive and Middlesex Pantry Project.

Together, these efforts have helped support about a dozen local food pantries across Middlesex County!

08/28/2026

Governor Ned Lamont is coordinating with community organizations and advocates around increased ICE activity this week in Connecticut. Please click here https://ctimmigrants.base44.app/LocalGroups or here https://uwc.211ct.org/information-and-resources-regarding-the-trump-administration-immigration-directives/ if you or someone you know needs access to legal and other resources.

08/28/2026

HOPE IS POWER 💜 A new session begins Thursday, September 3!

Cancer treatment can change so much. HOPE IS POWER is here to help survivors take the next step forward.
This FREE 12-week small-group exercise program is designed specifically for adult cancer survivors of all ages and fitness levels. With guidance from specially trained YMCA health and wellness staff, participants work to rebuild strength and endurance, regain function, and reconnect with confidence and community.
Because moving forward after cancer is about more than recovery. It’s about reclaiming your strength, your independence and your life.
💜 New session enrolling now
💜 No cost to participants
💜 All fitness levels welcome
Learn more about HOPE IS POWER and take the first step toward joining our next group.
For more information visit our website: vsymca.org
Or contact Bethany Nadow, Health and Wellness Coordinator
[email protected]
860-399-9622 ext. 111

08/27/2026

Join us in wishing our President and CEO, Shawonda, a very happy birthday! 🎉🥳

We’re celebrating with a post to look back at a few of Shawonda’s memorable moments from past President’s Balls.

Help us keep the celebration going in 2026 by reserving your spot for this year’s Roaring Twenties-inspired evening at the Wadsworth Mansion on Thursday, October 22, 2026.

Get your tickets today:
https://middlesexunitedway.org/presidents-ball-26

08/27/2026

08/26/2026

Seeking Volunteers!

Join Middlesex United Way for our Campaign Kick Off & Day of Caring on September 16th. We’ll begin the morning together at Cross Street AME Zion Church before volunteers head out to complete meaningful service projects throughout our community.

Join us:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0848A4AA2FA4FECE9-65357357-middlesex #/

Police Activity League Of Middletown
Middlesex YMCA
YMCA Camp Ingersoll

Join Middlesex United Way for our Campaign Kick Off & Day of Caring! 8am-9am: Pep Rally and Speeches to kick off the campaign season 9-12pm: Volunteer Opportunties in Middletown and Portland Please note in the comment section when signing up if you are a part of a company or organization NOTE: Some....

08/25/2026

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08/24/2026

Sending a Monday morning thank you to everyone who came out to support our Top Dog fundraiser at Missy’s Top Dog in Portland last week! Between cash donations and with a dollar donated per hot dog sold between 11am-2pm, we raised over $500!

We'd also like to thank Missy for allowing us to join her and our board member Kevin Reich for hosting our fundraiser for a fourth year! 🌭 👏