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Make A Difference In Naugatuck: Where To Give Back This November
From a brand partner: From volunteering to donating, here are ways to support local organizations and causes close to home.
NAUGATUCK, CT — Giving Tuesday falls on Dec. 1 this year, but you don't have to wait until then to make a difference close to home.
Throughout November, local nonprofits, food pantries, animal rescues, community organizations and other groups are looking for donations, volunteers and other forms of support. Whether you have a few hours to give, items to donate or simply want to support a local cause financially, there are plenty of ways to help.
Patch rounded up organizations and opportunities to give back in and around Naugatuck. Needs and volunteer opportunities can change, so check directly with each organization for the latest information.
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Here are some ways to make a difference in Naugatuck this November:
Naugatuck Valley Soup Kitchen
The Naugatuck Valley Soup Kitchen delivers free meals to Naugatuck residents in need. It began in 2020, when a local resident used her first stimulus check to start it, and the only requirement to receive meals is living in town.
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Donations can be made through PayPal or by check payable to Naugatuck Valley Soup Kitchen and mailed to NVSK, P.O. Box 1866, Naugatuck, CT 06770. Its website has a volunteer page, and neighbors who want meals can sign up through its contact page.
United Way of Naugatuck and Beacon Falls
The United Way of Naugatuck and Beacon Falls, at 270 Church St., raises money for local programs, including emergency food, shelter and utility assistance, early education and access to healthcare.
Residents can donate online once or monthly. Volunteers can support its annual campaign or join a Community Impact Council, which reviews agency programs and budgets and makes funding recommendations. Call 203-729-1564 or email Info@UnitedWayNaugatuck.org.
Learn more about volunteering with the United Way.
Animals for Life
Animals for Life is a nonprofit rescue that has served Connecticut communities since 1996. Its shelter at 195 Rubber Ave. in Naugatuck cares for homeless cats and kittens.
Supporters can give online, shop its wish list, sponsor a cage, foster or volunteer. Call 203-267-6777 or email contact@animalsforlife.org.
Learn more about donating to Animals for Life.
Naugatuck Senior Center
The Naugatuck Senior Center, at 300 Meadow St., serves adults 50 and older and encourages members to give back through community volunteer service.
Volunteers can join the Garden Group, which meets Monday through Friday at 9 a.m. to care for the center’s pumpkin patch and rose garden, or help with the VITA tax assistance program from February to April. Call 203-720-7069.
Learn more about the Naugatuck Senior Center.
Naugatuck Outreach Partnership
The Naugatuck Outreach Partnership is a 100% volunteer-driven nonprofit that works to ease hunger and hardship in town. It holds events to raise money for other local groups, including Naugatuck Animal Control, the Naugatuck Valley Soup Kitchen, Naugatuck Youth Services and the Naugatuck YMCA.
Its website explains how to get involved or donate.
Naugatuck Youth Services
Naugatuck Youth Services, Inc. is the town’s youth service bureau. It runs prevention programs, mentoring and a paid worksite program for young people ages 14 to 24. Its goal is to help all of Naugatuck’s young people realize their potential “to be healthy, resilient and awesome.”
Adults and older students can volunteer as mentors, working one-on-one or in small groups with teens. Mentor training is the first step toward any volunteer role, and the organization offers monthly sessions. Residents can also donate through its website. Call 203-720-5673.
Learn more about volunteering with Naugatuck Youth Services.
Naugatuck YMCA
The Naugatuck YMCA, at 284 Church St., offers youth and teen development programs, summer camp and programs for older adults. Its website says the Y’s annual campaign helps low-income and isolated residents take part in its programs.
Residents can donate through its Annual Campaign page, including through the Connecticut Community Foundation’s Give Local program by naming the Naugatuck YMCA. Volunteers can fill out the Y’s volunteer application. A state directory lists roles such as administrative help, greeting members, answering phones and special events. Call 203-729-9622.
Learn more about donating to the Naugatuck YMCA.
This isn't an exhaustive list of organizations doing good work in and around Naugatuck. Donation needs, volunteer opportunities and hours can change, so check directly with an organization for the latest information before donating or volunteering.
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