statement of financial position 2019 / 2018

49 Main Street Middletown, Connecticut 06457 860.347.0025 www.MiddlesexCountyCF.org

[email protected]

2020 Board of Directors

John L. Boccalatte, Chair

Moira Bessette Martin, Vice Chair

Deborah L. Moore, Vice Chair

Timothy P. Geelan, Secretary

Susan Martin, Treasurer

Cynthia H. Clegg, President & CEO

Brian J. Abely

Laura M. Colebank

Cliodhna M. Coles

Thomas A. Gezo, Sr.

A Round of Applause to All of our Everyday Heroes Suppor ng Our Community!

John R. Ivimey

Wallace C. Jones

Marc L. Levin

Larry McHugh

Andre McMillian

We see it every day, a call or a note or an email from someone asking how can I help. When our world came to a halt this spring, we received many special calls asking “How can I help?” We are humbled and honored by the overwhelming generosity of everyone who has reached out with supplies to help us support our essen al personnel, first responders, and communi es in need.

Ted Rossi and his family, through the generosity of the Rossi Family Founda on Trust, worked with CFMC to bring essen al face masks to our most vulnerable families and organiza ons.

Connec ng the dots … the Andy Schatz and Barbara Wolf Founda on joined several anonymous donors to provide face shields to our first responders.

Gregory P. Rainey

Clinton D. Reid

Mauricio Salgar

Susan E. Sawchuk

Jessica Griffin Scheff

Judith D. Schoonmaker

Gary M. Wallace

Meghan E. Whelen

Frantz Williams, Jr.

Kate A. Wolter

Report to the Community 2019/2020

A Better Today and a Brighter Tomorrow

Through support for local nonprofits who make our towns a little

better every day …

Through partnerships with small businesses who want to make a

difference …

Through volunteers who reach out and give a hand up …

Through community members who put their hearts and dollars to

You help our local communities thrive through

Your community foundation.

Thank You.

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STATEMENT OF ACTIVITIES 2019 2018

REVENUE

Gi s & Contribu ons

Endowed $998,743 $5,539,647

Unendowed 661,638 961,332

Administra on 309,102 332,740

Inkind Contribu ons 62,887 61,878

Total Gi s & Contribu ons $2,032,370 $6,895,597

Investment Income 704,026 1,020,028

Fees ‐ Agency Endowments 18,170 18,124

TOTAL REVENUE $2,754,566 $7,933,749

EXPENSE

Grants ‐ Unendowed funds $469,197 $303,003

Grants ‐ Endowed funds 311,469 311,086

Func onal Expenses:

Program Services 197,723 224,300

Management & General 241,287 246,508

Fundraising 282,365 234,810

TOTAL EXPENSE $1,502,041 $1,319,707

Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss),

net 3,653,864 (2,860,200)

(DECREASE) INCREASE IN NET ASSETS

$4,906,209 $3,753,842

Net Assets at beginning of year 22,750,010 18,996,168

Net Assets at end of year $27,616,219 $22,750,010

2019 Investments and Performance Founda on investments are determined and monitored by the Finance and Investment Commi ee to meet the Board of Direc‐tor's approved Investment Policy. Monies are invested with a Financial Management Firm, with cash holdings in money market accounts. *This report is unaudited. The Community Founda on's financial results are audited annually. Audited financial reports and Internal Revenue Service form 990 are available upon request.

LIABILITIES & NET ASSETS

LIABILITIES

Agency Funds $992,820 $860,059

Grants Payable 429,918 451,415

Split‐Interest Agreements 283,885 305,963

Expenses Payable 13,669 10,125

TOTAL LIABILITIES $1,720,292 $1,627,562

ASSETS 2019 2018

Cash & Investments $28,593,865 $23,574,772

Contribu ons Receivable 61,332 175,007

Split‐Interest Agreements 135,050 120,084

Other Assets 586,264 507,709

TOTAL ASSETS $29,376,511 $24,377,572

NET ASSETS

Without Donor Restric ons

Donor Designated $2,837,171 $2,311,907

Donor Advised 943,699 794,250

Undesignated 17,738,730 14,368,189

General Support 3,234,440 2,746,354

Net Assets Without Donor Restric ons

$24,754,040 $20,220,700

Net Assets With Donor Restric ons

2,902,179 2,529,310

Total Net Assets $27,656,219 $22,750,010

TOTAL LIABILITIES & NET ASSETS

$29,376,511 $24,377,572

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION 2019 / 2018

Planned Gifts $19,875,000 $20,204,000 (Approximate Known Revocable Gifts)


Our Community At Work—Thank You to our Board of Directors and Volunteers for Your Work on Behalf of Middlesex County.

Our Board and Commi ee members are incredible. So many individuals give their me and their talent to the help the Community Founda on and Middlesex County every day. Our Standing Commi ees, Ad Hoc Commi ees, Fund Commi ees, Giving Circles, and many Subcommi ees are essen al to everything the Community Founda on does in the community.

We offer our hear elt gra tude to all the volunteers who offer their me and exper se on one (or more!) of the many commi ees and groups at CFMC.


Deborah L. Moore, Chair

Nancy Fischbach, Vice Chair

Moira Besse e Mar n, Vice Chair

John L. Boccala e, Secretary

David Director, Treasurer


2019 Volunteers Serving Standing Commi ees, Ad Hoc Commi ees, Fund Commi ees and office volunteers

Brian J. Abely

Laura M. Colebank

Cliodhna M. Coles

Timothy P. Geelan

Thomas A. Gezo, Sr.

James A. Gomes

John R. Ivimey

Wallace C. Jones

Marc L. Levin

Susan Mar n

Andre McMillian

Gregory P. Rainey

Mauricio Salgar

Gary P. Salva

Susan E. Sawchuk



Meghan E. Whelen


Kate A. Wolter

Chaleen Abely Laney Bank Chris Brodeur John Biddiscombe John Boyd Bill Chatman Bill Childress Herb Clark Randy Clegg Nancy Cronin Chris ne Cummings Susan Daniels Steve Denison David Director Alex Donovan Marilyn Douglas Mel Ellis

Ma Fleury Ashley Fong Joan Gay Donna Lee Gennaro Dave Gilbert Jennifer Glick Gail Gorton Sharon Griffin Bill Guerra Jennifer Hadley Chris Hall Jane Harris Clyde Hartson John Hennelly Cathy Iino Tony Irving

Mike Joslin Bob Kirkpatrick Sigrid Kun Harriet Levin Ed Lisk Mary Anne Lisk Melissa Lowery Ellen Lukens Rona Malakoff Bill McMinn Lee McQuillan Kathy McRae Mary Meixell Susan Merrow Nancy Meyers Terry Morris

Sco Nardozzi Connie O’Brien Sophie Ohaus Tracey Ohaus Jason Otrin Laura Pedersen Judith Preston Cathy Probolus David Reynolds Larry Ritzhaupt Rosario “Riz” Rizzo Penny Robiner Dave Royston Bill Russell MaryAnne Salemi Dave Sams

Joe Santaniello Melissa Schilke Biff Shaw Dave Shulman Liz Shulman Theresa Sistare Annie S rna Bill Tait Rich Tomc Pa Vassia Maris Wacs Sarah Wadle Gary Wallace Bill Walsch Chris na Walsch Dave Williams Joe Wollack

Annual gathering of the CFMC Board Chairs at our holiday get together: Herbert Clark, John Boccala e, Deborah Moore, John Biddiscombe, David Royston, Marcia Kalayjian, Wallace,Jones, (inset photo: Robert Kirkpatrick)

Dear Friends,

The world has certainly changed since the end of 2019. It’s shi ed – morphed. 2020 is amazingly different and complex with many uncertain es. In a heartbeat, COVID‐19 stopped all of us in our tracks and changed everything in ways none of us could have foreseen. Thankfully YOU remain the constant in your steadfast commitment to our wonderful community and everyone in Middlesex County.

Whether you live “up‐county” or “down‐county,” you have demonstrated your love of – and concern for – where we live, work, and play. Your amazing “we’re in this together” and “can‐do” a tudes have expanded our capacity to do more, give more, and ‐ dare we say care more ‐ to support our friends and neighbors and the unique quality of life we treasure.

You have put your hearts and dollars to work to help others through the Community Founda on of Middlesex County. For that we are extremely grateful. YOU have demonstrated that generosity is more than dollars. It’s that phone call to an elderly neighbor or rela ve, that wave from across six feet, that smile (behind the mask, of course) to a complete stranger that communicates “I’m here for you.”

We know there are many challenges ahead and that we have a great deal of work to do. We also know that by working together the important, cri cal priori es will get done. At the Community Founda on, we commit to con nuing the dialogues that have begun to find meaningful, equitable solu ons for our future, so that all of our neighbors will have the chance to realize their full value and poten al.

We take pride in turning obstacles into opportuni es and with your help, we will make our towns and county even be er than they are now. We are “Great People Doing Great Things,” and together, we are moving forward for a brighter future. Thank you for your con nued support and partnership.

TOGETHER WE’VE GOT THIS.

Best Regards,

John L. Boccala e Deborah L. Moore Cynthia H. Clegg

2020 Board Chair 2019 Board Chair President & CEO

PS. Our annual Report to the Community is later than we’d like. It also has a slightly different look than in past years. This report contains some of the usual pieces we are honored to share with you – such as our 2019 Financial Statement, the grants approved by our Board of Directors during 2019, our generous supporters and many Funds working on your behalf throughout Middlesex County. The Report also includes a 2020 snapshot of what you have made possible during this extraordinary me. You have come together through the Live Local Give Local Emergency Fund and Donor Advised and Field of Interest Funds to support our community in its me of need.

For your unwavering support and trust in working with and through the Community Founda on of Middlesex County, we are most grateful.

Thank You.


Throughout 2019 and into the first months of 2020 …

Epochs Arts Mini Stage

Ronald McDonald House Chari es for CT and Western MA keeps families together as they strive to

overcome major health issues.

“Love Your Local—Middlefield”: An evening with Durham Middlefield Youth & Family Services, Levi E. Coe Library, and Middlefield Volunteer Fire Department with Edward Lang, Lang & Corona, P.C.,

and Gary P. Salva, Sagemark Consul ng, Lincoln Financial Services.

High Hopes Therapeu c Riding brings joy and a sense of accomplishment.

The Bu onwood Tree Teen Open Mic Night


Barbara P. Miller Susan Miller Mary Jane Minkin Alison Mitchell Betsy Morgan Andrew and Gail Morris Martha Ohaus Joanne O'Neil Dena Otrin Renee Pallenberg Susan Perl Ann Prichard Cathy Probolus Barbara Putnam Bridget Quinn‐Carey Laura Quin liani Jane Raunikar Linda Reamer Kate Reamer Pat Rehmer Megan Rhodes Jean Richards Wendy Rieder Linda Riley Blue Pa Rizzo Daniel Rosenbaum and Kim Koncsol Ruth Rossi Sco Rubinow Mary Russell David Rutkin Cemmy Ryland Mary Anne O. Salemi Hilary Sams Betsy Sams Roz Scala Jessica Scheff Mary Jo Shafer Biff and Jean Shaw Teresa Shulman Barbara Simone Theresa Sistare Do e Smith Eileen So le Angelini Marge Stahl Gini Stewart Joan Stone Eileen Sullivan John Talbo Polly Talbo Thayer Talbo Kathy Talevi Nanci Thibault Deborah Thompson Lynn Thornwall Carmel Tommasi Margo Valen ne Pa Anne Vassia Maris Wacs Theresa Wa ord Maryanne Watson Chris ne Whelen

Meghan Whelen Barbara‐Jan Wilson Denise Wollack Kristen Zarfos‐Vasiliou Nancy C. Zimmer Gi s in Memory of Colter Abely Susan D.E. Allison Penny Apter Ronald S. Ashworth William Ashworth, son of Ronald S. Ashworth Alice S. Bauer Mary J. Beckley Mary Bizckley John Burr Carol Carpenter Katchen Coley Mary Connie Comfort Rosemary Cowan Morin Gene Cox Judy and Hugh Cox Julia Curtain Julie Curtain Ruth D'Aquila Sue Davenport Kaye Davis Martha Davis Soper Barbara Delaney Peter DeRita Edythe Director Sylvia Dvorchek Hertha Eggers

Geri Ficarra David Frank Ryan Gordon Linda Gorin Carolyn Greenleaf Philomena Guardiano Mary Hall Nellie Hall Jessie Hall Donald Harrison Sybil Dorothea Hast Carol Holzberg Daniel G. Howe Phyllis A. Howe Jason, son of Jeanne Friberg Anne E. Kalayjian Rodney Kirouac Samantha Kobrick Joseph Konefal Frank Korn Mary Ann Lambert Helen S. Lawton Isabel Leach Ryan T. Lee Be y Lourie Donald Malcarne Madge Manfred Arlene R. Mazzo a Esther McCann Leopold Phylis McGee Marcia Meyers Ruth Namnoum Julie Nes Gloria K. Nilson

Caddy Nolde Barbara Page Ellen Pa erson Elizabeth Pernel Alice Philbrick Maribeth Price Thea Putnam Edna Resnikoff Ben Rosado Sari Rosenbaum David Rutkin Perry Sachs Barbara Segal Do y Sheble Felix G. Sheehan MD Martha Soper John W. Spaeth, III Michael Steinbaum Kate Swi Anne Talbo Harold Talbo Lynn Thornwall John A. Trevisan, Jr. Ethel Vasiliou Robert L. Vincent Liz Wallace Susan Wasch Jane Weiner Schatz William, Ethel, and Louise Louise Zarfos

Thank You For All You Do! We have a mo o at CFMC … you are always a member of the CFMC family with a special “CFMC” ta oo on your heart!

It is always difficult when a board member’s term comes to an end. We extend a huge THANK YOU to four individuals who reached the end of their Board of Directors terms in 2019 … yet con nue to serve Middlesex County in so many ways!

David Director of Cromwell, Nancy Fischbach of Deep River, James Gomes of Cheshire, and Gary Salva of Middlefield have each provided excep onal knowledge and exper se to CFMC during their terms on the Board of Directors. They follow so many other incredible individu-als, and we are grateful for their con nued commi ee par cipa on and leadership.

We are honored and humbled by their ongoing commitment to Middlesex County. We thank them for working to ensure a brighter future and be er tomorrow for all of us.

David Director Nancy Fischbach James Gomes Gary Salva


Gi s in Honor of The Abely Family Jen Alexander At Risk Boys Commi ee Laney Bank Leslie Barlow Jennifer Barry Nancy Bell Kai Belton Bonnie Bennet Anne Bishop Dr. Thomas Bladek Krystal Blake Carolyn Blicharz Amy Bloom Elizabeth Bobrick Priscilla Bollard‐Wilder Sallie Boody Mary Boone Eileen Branciforte Alison Brinkmann Brenda Brody Jane Brown Martha Brown Suzy Burke Jill Butler Jackie Calamari Debra Calamari Margot Calder Joseph Carabe a Maggie Carbo Susan Carpenter Eleanor Champion Robin Chapin Sherry Clark Melissa Clark Cynthia and Randall Clegg Libby Cook Susan Cummins Karen D'Agos no Sally D'Aquila Deborah DeCristoforo Nancy DeHaan Joanne Deschler Donna DiBella Salvatore Di Mauro Renee DiNino Carol Director David Director Grace Director Todd Director Phyllis Dober Nancy D'Oench Kris n K. Donlan Ashley Donovan Robin Ellis Karen Erickson Nancy Fischbach Margaret Flinter Joan Gay Peter Germini

Brian Gerson Thomas Gezo Barbara Gibbons Susan Gillespie Patricia Glazer and Robert Egan Jennifer Glick Felicia Goodwine‐Vaughters Phyllis and Barry Gordon Pa y Gorss Nancy M. Greenberg Phyllis Greenberg William Guerra Jeanne Guer n‐Potoff Kelsey Guilmar n Lee Guilmar n Diana Harbison Jane Harris Sybil D. Hast Yvonne Haynes Helen C. Heller Marybeth Heyd Etzie Heyl Kimbro Hintz Barbara Holloman Bea Holt Dave Hoversten Kemp Talbo Hoversten Jacqui Hubbard Joseph Humble Lynda Hunnicu Paddy Hurley Cathy Iino Faith Jackson Pa Johnston Mary R. Jones Robin Jones Marcia Kalayjian Margo Kalayjian Janice Kalkreuth Melissa Kantrow Robert R. Keenan Sarah Keenan Joan and Jackie Kilar

Arthur Kinsolving Isabelle Kinsolving Farrar Rachel Kinsolving Joyce Kirkpatrick Liz Kirkpatrick Rob Kirkpatrick Robert L. Kirkpatrick, Jr. Emily Kitchings Laura Kitchings Suzanne and Chester Kitchings, Jr. Sally Knight Tiffany Knoop Sigrid Kun Pam Lang Denise Lee Mihae Lee Sally Ann Lee Lisa LeMonte Harriet Levin Lorraine Lieberman Brenda Lima Mary Anne Lisk Gail Livingston Jada Lou t Fran Ludwig Audrey Lyons Katy Magown Susan Malan Malloves Jewelers' 90th Anniversary Joanne Masin Sally Mayer Jennifer McCann Sue McCann Phyllis McDowell Paula McHale Sharon McInerney Jane S. McMillan Lorraine McRae Kathy McRae Mary Meixell DeniseMarie Mendler Paula Merrick Charlo e Meyer

2019 CFMC Council of Business Partners Spotlight Award recipient CT Youth Excellence Program, Living in Safe Alterna ves


… A look back at what you made possible!

Connec cut Forest & Park Associa on’s newly renovated Highlawn Outdoor Educa on Area

Rushford Girl Talk par cipants spend a day at Camp Ingersoll

Middlesex Habitat for Humanity

Coali on on Housing & Homelessness annual sleep out

Connec cut Humane Society

The Giving Garden at Parmelee Farm


A&A OFFICE SUPPLY / JOHN AND EILEEN SULLIVAN BRIAN AND CHALEEN ABELY ANONYMOUS (1) JOHN BIDDISCOMBE AND GAIL GORTON JOHN BOCCALATTE AND MICHELE SALONIA STEPHEN AND ALISON BRINKMANN BROWN & WIMLER CONSTRUCTION, LLC GERALD AND EILEEN BURKE VINCENT AND TINA CAPECE CARLSON FAMILY FOUNDATION WILLIAM R. CHANEY HELEN AND WILLIAM C. CHATMAN THE CLARK GROUP HERB AND SHERRY CLARK TRYON AND MELISSA CLARK CYNTHIA AND RANDALL CLEGG CHARLES* AND MARGARET COE LAURA AND KEVIN COLEBANK / HUISKING FOUNDATION THE COLES FAMILY / PHILIP AND CLIO COLES CONNECTICUT YANKEE REALTY, INC. MARY LOU D’ADDARIO AND SEAN KENNEDY NANCY AND WOODBRIDGE D’OENCH DIRECTOR FAMILY / CONNECTICUT LIGHTING CENTERS GEORGE V. EAMES IV ESSEX STEAM TRAIN & RIVERBOAT GEORGE C. FIELD COMPANY NANCY FISCHBACH AND MARTIN WOLMAN

JUANA MARIA G. FLAGG TIMOTHY AND MELISSA GEELAN TOM AND EVELYN GEZO RICHARD AND BARBARA GIBBONS DAVID AND TERESA GILBERT STEPHEN AND PATRICIA GORSS SHARON AND WILLIAM GRIFFIN GUILFORD SAVINGS BANK HAJJAR MANAGEMENT JANE AND GREG HARRIS INTERFAITH OPEN GOLF TOURNAMENT JOHN AND JUDITH IVIMEY MARY JONES WALLACE AND JENNIFER JONES MARCIA AND DAVID KALAYJIAN JOYCE AND ROBERT L. KIRKPATRICK, JR. THE KITCHINGS FAMILY EDWARD AND PAMELA LANG MARC AND JUDE LEVIN JANE AND DIRK LEWIS LIBERTY BANK FOUNDATION / LIBERTY BANK SUSAN MARTIN AND DAN ELEY AIDAN MARTINEZ JOANNE AND MICHAEL MASIN GEORGE AND SARAH MAYER LARRY AND PATTY MCHUGH ANDRE AND JAMIE MCMILLIAN KATHERINE MCRAE JOSEPH AND DIANEMARIE MENDLER MIDDLEOAK MIDDLESEX HEALTH DAVID MINER AND STEPHANIE ROBINER DEBORAH AND ROY MOORE

ANDREW AND GAIL MORRIS NORMAN NEEDLEMAN AND JACQUELINE HUBBARD CONNIE O’BRIEN MARIA AND DAVID OTFINOSKI O’ROURKE’S DINER PEACH PIT FOUNDATION PRATT & WHITNEY BARBARA AND DAVID PRESTON GREGORY AND KELLY RAINEY CLINT REID AND MEREDITH RYAN‐REID JEAN M. RICHARDS AND BOYNTON SCHMITT* MARK AND DEBBIE RICHARDS JERRY ROBERTS AND JENI GRAY ROBERTS TONI ROBINSON AND MICHAEL PLOUF DAVID AND EUNICE ROYSTON MAURICIO AND TRACEY SALGAR GARY AND BETH SALVA BRIAN AND SUSAN SAWCHUK JESSICA AND ANDREW SCHEFF JUDY AND RENNY SCHOONMAKER JEAN AND BIFF SHAW RICHARD AND JOAN TOMC PATTI ANNE VASSIA NANCY M. VENDETTI BILL WASCH AND CHRISTINA WASCH THE WHELEN FAMILY WHELEN ENGINEERING COMPANY, INC. FRANTZ WILLIAMS, JR. AND ANNE MARIE JOHNSON RACHEL M. WILTSIE KATE AND JEF WOLTER *deceased

Making Great Things Possible CFMC Leadership Circle Community founda ons take me to build. The Founda on is well on its way with its endowed funds and known planned gi s. However, it needs opera ng support un l such me as its capital base can fully support its modest administra ve costs.

In 2006, a commi ed group of Community Founda on supporters ini ated a giving circle fund known as the President’s Society to support general opera ons. These generous donors make contribu ons of $1,000 or more annually to Opera ons in support of the work of the Community Founda on. A second Leadership level, the Chairman’s Circle was established with annual gi s to opera ons of $2,500 or more annually. Recently, in recogni on of several long‐ me CFMC supporters, a third level was established, the Community Benefactor. These generous donors make contribu ons of $5,000 or more annually to support our work in the community. In a difficult economy this support has allowed the Community Founda on to increase its much needed financial and other (Beyond the Grant) support to local nonprofits.

2019/2020 Members of the Leadership Circle:


Thomas J. Shea Rachel Schemmerling Paul and Geraldine Schilling Margaret Schofield * Wynn and Elise Schoolnik Judith and Raymond Schoonmaker Alice R. Schumacher Nancy Schumann David and Amy Sclarsky Security Systems, Inc. Senior Living at Guilford Marie and Joseph Serra Maryann Serra John and Patricia Sgrillo Shagbark Lumber & Farm Supplies The Scarth Family Ann Shapiro and Thomas Callinan Carol and Stephen Shapiro Carolyn D. Shaw Jean Adams Shaw Claire E. Shea Thomas and Diana Sheard Marie Sheehan Sherwood Inspec on Services, LLC David Sherwood Shipman's Fire Equipment Larry and Ginny Shobe Teresa and David Shulman Irene and Allen Silberstein Susan Silver Maria Simao Barry Simon and Susan Silverman Joseph Simone Jr. Simply Sharing, Inc. Theresa and David Sistare Skyline Exhibits and Graphics, Inc. SL Healthplans, LLC Tia Smith Anita and Seymour Smith James H. Smith Katherine R. Smith Bruce A. Sobin Mary Solera Judith A. Solomon Somerset Plas cs Company, Inc. Howard Sommer and Linda A. Waldman Brandon Souto Sharon and William Speed Gary and Jill Spelucin Jill Spiller Spurstone Squadron Capital, LLC Bruce and Monique Stenquist Robert Stephens Sterling Realtors Calice D. Sterling St. Mary's Post 1166 Catholic War Veterans St. Vincent dePaul Place Annie S rna

Wendy W. Stokes John and Meredith Sturges Suburban Sta oners, Inc. Coleen and Sean Sutherland Kathleen M. Swaim

T Dennis and Michele Tacke Sabrina Ta and Cody Schoolnik Thayer Talbo Tate + Burns Architects, LLC Dana and Terrylynn Taylor Donna L. Taylor Tea Roses Tea Room LLC Janice Thaxter and James Cunningham Patricia M. Thompson Janice and John Thurston Corinne and John Tillo a Toth Family Trust / Joyce and John Toth Richard and Joan Tomc Tompkins Family Karen and Paul Torop Susan and Paul Tracey Tradebe Environmental Services, LLC Victor and Theresa Traeger Edwina A. Trentham Tribune Media Connec cut Trinity College Estate of Jessie A. Tro a Dorothy Tyc Peter and Diane Tyc

U United Associa on of Journeymen & Appren ces of the Plumbing & Pipe Fi ng Industry Untouchable Towing LLC DBA PAS Ursel's Web

V Valley Shore Community Television, Inc. Daria H. Vanderveer Susan and Robert Van Derzee Claudia and Gordon Van Nes Pa Anne Vassia James and Mary Ventres Veterans Vietnam War, Inc. Middletown Chapter VFW Middlesex Post 583, Inc. Victor Auto Body Works Vincent Cahill & Son Excava ng Robert L. Vincent, Jr. Patrick and Elaine Vivero Vito & Sons, LLC

W W. H. Reaves & Co., Inc. Deborah Walden Capt. Gary Wallace Wallingford Cardinals Corpora on Robert and Judith Walsh Katrin Walton William J. Warner Webster Bank Tara and Ira Weiner Lori B. Weiss Weslyan/RJ Julia Bookstore LLC West Main Street Services, Inc. Town of Westbrook Wes ield Fire Department Whelen Engineering Company, Inc. Thomas and Betsy Whidden Whitbeck Road, LLC Barbara and Carlyle White Thomas and Marilyn White James Williamson Allan and Nancy Winship‐Poole Winterfell Windham Falls Owner LLC dba Sols ce Senior Living at Groton Victoria T. Winterer John and Karen Winterscheid Wise Street Founda on Trust Woodford Dental, LLC Ronald Wygonik, D.D.S.

X Xavier High School Mary and Theodore Xenelis

Y Yac Industries LLC Matvei Yankelevich Joyce Yarrow and Debra Collins YMCA of Northern Middlesex County

Z Tony Zambrello James Zanardi Kristen Zarfos and William Vasiliou Heather and Robert Zavod Nancy C. Zimmer Virginia P. Zwelling


Arthur and Marcia * Meyers Nancy and John Meyers Middlefield Rockfall VFW Post 10362 Middlesex Community College Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce Middlesex Habitat for Humanity of CT Middlesex Health Middlesex United Way Middletown Elks Lodge 771 Middletown Emblem Club # 452 Middletown VFW Post 1840, Inc. Glenda and Joseph Milardo, Jr. Susan and Douglas Miller Lorrie Milton David Miner and Stephanie Robiner Suszanne and Christopher Miner John and Yve e Minervino MJ's Custom Jewelry Jane Moen Edward J. Mokoski John and Dianne Monahan Deborah and Roy Moore Emily N. Moore and Jerry Graham Dean and Jessica Morgans Rick and Elizabeth Morin William and Maureen Morris Richard S. Mousseau Mary and Dino Moutogiannis Patrick and Eileen Moynihan Gail and Garrell Mullaney John and Michelle Mulligan Virginia and John Murphy

N Lois and Mar n Nadel Donald W. Namnoum Donna and Robert Namnoum Sco Nardozzi Nathan L. Jacobson & Associates, Inc. Naugatuck Emblem Club #160 Nelson Precision Drilling Company, Inc. Nelson's Automo ve Service Center, LLC Nemergut Consul ng Joanne Nes Jeffrey and Lisa Newman Nicola, Yester & Company Karen Nichols Iris Rivas‐Nieves and Wilfredo Nieves NMB/NHBB Noble Construc on & Management NRG Heat and Power LLC Robert A. Nussbaum

O O & G Industries, Inc. Donald and Andrea O'Boyle Daniel O'Brien David and Maryann O'Brien Tom O'Brien

Tracey O'Brien Anne a E. O'Connor Tracey and Karl Ohaus Ronald Organek Orthopedic Associates of Middletown Arlene F. Otell

P Douglas J. Packard Nicholas J. Palermo, D.O., PC Jean and Tom Panciera Paradiso Financial & Insurance Services Randy and Richard Parks Carol Parmelee‐Blancato and Joseph Blancato Gary Parrington and Susan Balestracci Peter and Elsie Pa on Pay Forward, Inc. Peach Pit Founda on Mary and Louis Pear Laura M. Pedersen Peeled Snacks John and Jeanna Pellino Anne and George Penniman Edward and Theresa Pernel Catherine A. Perry William and Lisa Peterson Deborah J. Petruzzello Elisabeth A. Petry Riley Drew Pichnarcik David Pina Pink Zebra Susan E. Pogue The Portland Electric Company, Inc. Geraldine Porto Po's Rice and Spice, LLC Mort Potoff and Jeanne Guer n‐Potoff Pough Interiors David and Barbara Preston Cathy Probolus Ma hew Probolus Prolete Physical Therapy & Sports MED PC Robert and Shirley Prue PT Electrical Purple Rock Produc ons William Purvis and Mihae Lee

Q Ma hew Quinn Bridget Quinn‐Carey and Jim Carey

R John and Dyanne Rafal Valerie Raggio and David Desoderato Sean Rahilly Gregory and Kelly Rainey Amanda E. Simcik

Julie Rappoport Lisa and William Rappoport Marilyn L. Rappoport Naomi Rappoport William M. Rappoport and Muffy Locke Nicholas Randles Jane and Mark Raunikar Amy Ravitz Linda and Dr. Ernest Reamer Gail Reen Joan and William Reichenbach Joel Reich and Beth Hillson Christopher Reilly John Reisch Reliable Cleaners & Tailoring, Inc. Repurpose Me Reynolds' Garage and Marine, Inc. Paul Rhoda Riggio's Garden Center, Inc. John D. and Michelle Riley Lois and Nicholas Riloff Janet Riscassi River Valley Propane Inc. River View Cemetery, Inc. Patricia Rivers Rivers Edge Donuts LLC Rosario and Patricia Rizzo Caroline Robinson Debra and Brian Robinson Robinson, Wright & Weymer Funeral Home, Inc. R.J. and Virginia R. Rollefson David and Laura Roman Frank J. Romeo, III Howard T. Rosenbaum David and Nancy Ross David and Eunice Royston Edmund and Diane Rubacha Susan B. Rubin Running Brook Farms, LLC William and Diane Russell Patrick Ryan Ryan T. Lee Memorial Founda on Meghan Ashley Ryczek Carol K. and Michael Ryland

S Suzanne and David Sack Marjorie and Stanley Sadinsky Mauricio and Tracey Salgar Susan E. Saltus Betsy and David Sams, Jr. Elizabeth and Samuel Sargeant Anita Ford Saunders Brian and Susan Sawchuk Starr and Philip Sayres SBW Founda on Barry and Kathleen Schacht Elizabeth and Lawrence Schafer A. Schatz & B. Wolf Family Founda on, Inc.


Crea ng a Legacy with the Community Founda on

Your planned gi to the Community Founda on of Middlesex County will have meaning and impact for years to come. Those who remember the Community Founda on through a will, trust, designa on, or other planned gi types are honored members of the Community Founda on’s Legacy Society. These future gi s may be unrestricted, restricted to a specific geographic area (your home town or area), field of interest (The Arts, Environment, etc.) or to a designated organiza on. We are deeply grateful to the individuals who have informed us of their inten on to include CFMC in their estate planning. Known planned gi s total more than $19.5 million from 96 individuals (as of December 31, 2019). We welcome you to join them!

CFMC Legacy Society

Anonymous (18) Jeanne e Archer‐Simons and Robert E. Simons Ronald S. Ashworth Bonnie Bennet Siegmar and Sylvia Blamberg Marcia W. Bromberg Harry Eben Burr Eileen and Gerald Burke Jill Butler Tim Cahill Jean H. and Richard Caron Bill and Helen Chatman Sherry and Herb Clark John S. D’Aquila * Sally D’Aquila Ellen G. D’Oench * Russell G. D’Oench, Jr. * Barbara S. Delaney * Engelbright Estate Santo Fragilio *

Ralph and Gail Gometz Gary and Patricia Gomola Esther and Richard Goodwin * Verena Harfst George Hart * Beatrice Casey Holt Lore a K. Ingersoll * Mary Janvrin * Robin Jones Marcia and David Kalayjian George and Phyllis Kinser Robert L. Kirkpatrick, Jr. Gayle Kranz Lisa and Lamar LeMonte Sonya and Jeff Madoff Edward L. McMillan Jane Stokes McMillan Deborah L. Moore Ellen Pa erson * Barbara and David Preston

Heidi Ramcke Jean M. Richards Liz Petry Riley Marjorie Rosenbaum * Sari * and Howard Rosenbaum Dave and Eunice Royston Gary and Beth Salva Jean and Biff Shaw Irene E. Silberstein Jane Sodergren * Thomas H. S ckney and David Wes all Elizabeth Swaim * Jessie Tro a * Pa Anne Vassia Susan and William Wasch Kevin Wilhelm Charles * and Rachel Wiltsie Jan Youngblood Joan S. Youngs

* Bequest received/announced

2019 and 2020 Welcomed Five Members to our Board of Directors At the Community Founda on of Middlesex County we consider ourselves very fortunate not only to have you as our PARTNERS IN PHILANTHROPY, but also to have dynamic leaders who strive for excellence in everything they do.

Our Board of Directors was pleased to welcome Mauricio Salgar of Deep River, Jessica Griffin Scheff of Durham, and Clinton D. Reid of Deep River in 2019. In 2020 Larry McHugh of Middletown and Gary M. Wallace of Middletown joined this dedicated group of community leaders and ambassadors. We are extremely thankful to our newest members, and to all of our Board of Directors, for their knowledge of and passion for our community.

We are humbled and honored by the many contribu ons of our strong and able staff and our numerous energe c volunteers who add to our ability to “Help Great People Do Great Things.”

“A Round of Applause” to our Board and staff for believing Philanthropy Ma ers. Philanthropy Works.

L to R: Mauricio Salgar, Jessica Griffin Scheff, Clinton Reid, Larry McHugh, and Gary Wallace


Grant Making is a Team Effort

Grant making occurs all year long. Your generosity and your passion impact the community with every gi you make and every grant you recommend. In FY2019, thanks to you, grants totaling $805,825 were approved by the CFMC Board of Directors to support our community. You, your neighbors, colleagues, and the commi ed grants commi ees con nued to respond to needs across our local communi es through donor advised funds, designated funds, and the compe ve grants cycle.

The Community Founda on offers a compe ve grant applica on cycle once a year. Nonprofit organiza ons may apply in one of several focus areas including:

Community Enrichment (Arts/Culture/History)

Community Health (Health/Medical/Hospital Care) Economic Security/Economic Opportunity Economic Development Educa on (Community Wide/Schools) Environment Public / Social Benefit (Civic Improvement/ Social Service) Recrea on Programs addressing animal welfare and services and animal/human

services; Programs serving women and girls; and Programs serving at‐risk boys and young men.

Grant applica ons are reviewed by eight (8) commi ees made up of diverse volunteers who care about our community. Grants are awarded to organiza ons that provide programs and projects to help individuals build be er lives; foster coopera ve approaches to community issues; serve as a catalyst for a rac ng other resources; and build and strengthen the infrastructure within an organiza on to help it be er meet its mission

In short, we look for organiza ons that will make a difference every day in our community.

Together we are addressing issues important to our community, crea ng opportuni es to bring young and old together, and discovering new ways to make our region the best place to live, work, and play. In the following pages, you will see how you – our donors and fund holders – made a tremendous impact in Middlesex County.

G A I – S P – S O C

2019‐2020 Compe ve Grant Awards Total Awarded: $288,280.00

A Li le Compassion Inc. / $4,000.00 / Nest Gatherings: Hands‐On Coding and Robo cs Nights

Adelbrook Behavioral & Development Services / $5,000.00 / A Taste For Living: Providing Culinary and Nutri onal Life Skills to Neuro‐Diverse Young Adults

American Liver Founda on ‐ Connec cut Division / $1,000.00 / Public and Pa ent Liver Health Educa on

American Red Cross‐CT Chapter / $2,000.00 / Disaster Cycle Services

Animal Alliance Welfare League, Inc. / $2,500.00 / Early pediatric spay‐neuter program.

Bikes for Kids, Inc. / $2,310.00 / The “North Pole Express” with Bikes and Helmets

Brainerd Memorial Library / $2,700.00 / AWE Early Literacy Sta on

Brian House, Inc. / $1,000.00 / Enhanced Wellness Program

Bushy Hill Nature Center / $5,000.00 / Summer Campership Assistance Program

Business Industry Founda on of Middlesex County / $5,000.00 / Middletown Summer Youth Employment Program

2020 Pandemic Update: CFMC was honored to work with our nonprofit grantees to iden fy how awarded funds could be adapted, redirected, or unrestricted to meet organiza ons’ needs as they transi oned to virtual and socially distanced opera ons and programs. All organiza ons were offered the opportunity to submit updates and requests for change-of-use of approved grants to meet the needs within their organiza ons due to COVID-19. We are proud to report that none of the organiza ons approved during the compe ve process had to return their grant awards.

Manes & Mo on Pathways Program


Mary Beth and Michael Hammond Harding Development Group Jane and Gregory Harris Susan Lee Harrison Har ord Wolf Pack Community Founda on Inc. Carol Hartmann Hartson General Carpentry, LLC Clyde and Mary Hartson Dorothea E. Hast Louise L. Hayash David Hayes Joan D. Hedrick John and Judith Heiser William and Paula Herbst Michael L. Herne Patricia Hesslein Etzie S. Heyl Garre and Tara Hofer Kimberly A. Hogan Patricia and Richard Holloway Beatrice C. Holt Maria and Robert Holzberg Hometown Founda on Inc. Mark A. Hovey and Karen L. Collins Frank and Karen Hubbard Warren and Lorraine Hubbard Keith and Nancy Huber Chester A. Hughes III Dianne Hunt‐Mason, APRN Hun ngton Financial, Inc. Patricia Hurley Lawrence A. Hya

I Infinite Technology Consul ng Catherine Iino and Paul Kahn Interfaith Open Golf Tournament Michael Irwin and Susan Saporito‐Irwin Italian American Civic Order Inc. John and Judith Ivimey Ivoryton Congrega onal Church

J William and Bo Jacaruso Be y Jackson Faith M. Jackson The Jazzy's Children Fund The JECM Founda on Jewish War Veterans Post 51 JG Cafe LLC DBA Dunkin' Donuts JMJ DDS, LLC Deborah Leigh Johnson Kathleen and Keith Johnson Wallace Jones and Jennifer Elles‐Jones WJ Financial Advisors, LLC Joseph's Autobody JTWIN Builders Corp. Linda and Dwight Juliani Ju a Koenig Arena Tastefully Simple Consultant

K Marcia and David Kalayjian Janice and Nelson Kalkreuth Dorothy and Harold Kaplan Bequest of Barbara Kashanski W. Wilson Keithline and Beth J. Mazadoorian James Keough Louisa and Jerry Ketron Killingworth Lions Charity Kingswood‐Oxford School Joyce and Robert L. Kirkpatrick, Jr. Kitchings Family Founda on Deborak Kleckowski and Thomas Hibbard John P. Koch Andrew and Theresa Konefal Gerhard and Hanna Krauland Kenneth A. Kron Kronenberger and Sons Restora on Inc. Kuhn Employment Opportuni es David Kusovitsky and Patricia Olschan‐Kusovitsky

L Timothy LaChance Salvatore and Kris n Lagana James H. Lally Landmark Architects, P.C. David and Lynda Larson Robert and Kathleen Laundy Alice and Tom Laurenson Linda Lavallee and John Formica, Jr. Dr. Paul J. Leckowicz, D.M.D. Robert and Susan Ledder Rebecca Lemanski Alice Lee The Lee Company Leighton Lee IV Sally Ann and Dylan Lee Daniel and Carol Lemieux Mark and Kris n Leopoldino Seth and Judy Lerner Marc and Jude Levin Levine Insurance Group, LLC Jane and Dirk Lewis Liberty Bank Lorraine L. Lieberman Alan and Rhona Lieberson Valerie Light Mary Anne and Edwin Lisk Bob Li lefield The Li le Salon LLC DBA PRIMP Live Your Vision LLC Audrey Livingston Audrey Locorotondo Terrance and Be e Lomme Patricia and Jerome Long Chris na S. Long Long Hill Energy

Susan F. Lourie Judith and Jeffrey Lovelace Frances J. Ludwig Pamela Lugli Ann Marie Luisi Ellen W. Lukens Roger Luskind and Pamela Taxel Ami Lynch0

M Maco Machinery Co., Inc. Madison Investment Center, Inc. Alejandra and Alex Madlener Mahoney Sabol & Co., LLP Rona Malakoff and Ethan Goller Shirley H. Malcarne Cheryl and Robert Malcolm Susan and Thomas Malecky Susan A. Malan and Robert Ward Shirley H. Malcarne Cheryl and Robert Malcolm Susan and Thomas Malecky Manchester Emblem Club #251 Malloves Jewellers Andrea M. Malon, M.D. Clare E. Manzi, M.D. Kathleen and Joseph Manzi MAR Enterprises Inc. A Marvelous Car Wash Victor Marek Jane Marcher Founda on Jane and Larry Marino Eric Marszalek Moira B. and Sean Mar n Joanne E. Masin Michael and Marion Mastrianni Mastrianni & Seguljic, LLC Mary‐Jo Matava Kelly and Hunter Mathena Mark Mathena Mather & Pi s Insurance, Inc. Ma abese Canoe Club, LLC John and Linda Mayoros Arlene T. McAuliffe Charlo e McCoid Nancy McCormick Tyler McDonald Paula McHale Lawrence and Patricia McHugh Francine and Jon McKiernan Lucy McMillan and Edward McKeon Edmund W. McRae, Jr. Katherine B. McRae Edmund and Margaret Meehan Lucy and Andrew Meigs Mary and David Meixell Marina Melendez and Joseph Virgadula Judith and Daniel Merida Meriden Hyundai Paula A. Merrick Karen Meyer


Collins Parent Coaching, LLC Community Health Center, Inc. Connec cut Blues Society, Inc. Ci zens Bank Compass Group USA Division The Congrega onal Church in Killingworth Joyce and John * Conklin Connec cut Ligh ng Centers, Inc. Mar n and Virginia Connors Elizabeth and Joseph Conroy Vincent and Deborah Constan no Jeremy Cooper Lynne Cooper Richard and Susan Coppola Heidi and Cur s Corum D. Alannah Coshow Karen Cote Anthony and Patrice Cozza Rob Craco James and Elaine Crawford Crehan Group, LLC Penelope and Dana Crompton Cromwell Automo ve, LLC Nancy and Thomas Cronin Chris na Crosby and Janet R. Jakobsen Cross Street A.M.E. Zion Church Community Health Center, Inc. CSMTA Middlesex‐New London Chapter CT Novelty Co., Inc. Connec cut Humani es Connec cut Mason Contractors, Inc. Connec cut Water Services, Inc. Linda M. Cuddy Peter and Michelle Cumpstone James and Nicola Cunningham Maureen and James Cunningham Custom Carpets

D Robert and Catherine Dacey Ann T. D'Addario Family Founda on John and Debra D'Amico Susan and Harry Daniells David and Carolyn Daniels Daniels Energy Richard D'Aquila Sally and Sal D'Aquila Da co The Davenport Family Barbara Davis Timothy C. Day Marjorie W. Debold Deborah and John DeCristoforo Joanne DeJohn Del Greco Electric, LLC Estate of Barbara S. Delaney DEMCO, LLC James and Carol Denham Rosemarie and Raymond Dennis Denvir Tire Shop, LLC

Maria DePaola Joanne Deschler Design Essence, Inc. Richard and Lillian Diachenko Didato's Oil Service Gloria Dimon and Sco Courtemanche Disabled American Veterans Inc. SHEA‐Cedarholm‐Clark Chapter 7 Elizabeth L. Dobbins * Gabriella and David Dober Phyllis Dober William and Barbara Dober Linda and Edward Dodd Peter and Connie D'Oench Dooli le Funeral Service, Inc. Kathy and John Paul Doty Craig and Marilyn Douglas Joyce and James Dowling Down to Earth Group, LLC Sharyn Drapala Edward Droste Durham Middlefield Youth & Family Services Dutch Oil Co., Inc. Susan P. Dutcher Myron I. Dworken Edward J. Dzialo, Jr.

E Kyle Eagleson Nancy Earls Fred and Barbara Edelstein Robin and Greg Ellis Leonard and Jane Engelson Elaine M. Erdman Essence Inc. Essex Hardware Company Essex Lions Chari es Inc. Essex Savings Bank

F Lynn G. Fairfield‐Sonn Andrea and Steven Fassler Michael and Donna Favreau Paula Feder Shirley C. Feldmann Fireworks Hearth and Home, LLC Nancy Fischbach and Mar n Wolman Fishers Island Village Market Brian Fitzgerald Kerrie and Chris Flanagan Michael Fleischmann Flow Tech Jay and Be y Folger Mark Fong Timothy P. Ford Kevin B. Fox Thomas J. Fox Derek Frame Frank Andrew's Mobile Kitchen Frank's Package Store Jan Fraser

Patricia and Robert Frederick Laura N. Frenzel David L. Fried, DMD From You Flowers Johanna S. Furgalack CPA LLC FYF‐Eve's, LLC

G Joann M. Gala Robert and Janet Gala Bradford Galie e Lynn Gallant Prabhash and Frances Ganguli * Ronald Garcia William and J.B. Garrity Geri E. Gasior Joan D. Gay Geomatrix, LLC Kate Gerson Patricia and Fred Ge ner Tom and Evelyn Gezo Gilead Community Services Lynn and Dennis Giroux Mary Ann and Cos Giuffrida Susan and Giulio Giuffrida Sebas an and Paula Giuliano Patricia Glazer and Robert Egan Jennifer Glick Dennis Glynn & Company Gold Tor lla LLC DBA Cuckoo's Nest Louis and Cynthia Goldbla Marcy and Neil Gollinger David Gordon Phyllis and Barry Gordon Edward Goss George H.J. Grande Jenifer Grant Marisa A. Graziano Richard and Ruth Greco Green Guard Turf Care LLC Heather and Michael Greenaway Phyllis S. Greenberg Henry Greenleaf and Andrea Molberg Robert Grigerek Masonry Barbara S. Gross Dora and William Grover Guardian Ad Litem Services, Inc. John and Sheila Guerin Guilford Founda on, Inc. Guilford Savings Bank Cullen Guilmar n Guilmar n, DiPiro & Sokolowski, LLC Lee and Welles Guilmar n Debra Guss and Stephen Angle

H Tim and Courtney Halbert Andrew Hall Frank and Barbara Hall Charles and Cheryl Haller Tracy Hammell‐Murphy and Gordon Murphy


The Bu onwood Tree (NEAR, Inc.) / $2,500.00 / Computer Replacement and Marke ng Materials

Camp Hazen YMCA / $2,500.00 / Summer Campership Assistance Program

Center for Children's Advocacy, Inc. / $5,000.00 / Medical Legal Partnership Project

Chester Historical Society / $2,525.00 / "These Few Lines" ‐ Drama za on and Publica on of a Family's Civil War Correspondence

Children in Placement CT / $5,000.00 / Guardian Ad Litem

The Children’s Community Programs Of Connec cut Inc. / $1,500.00 / Electronic Health Record Project: Improving Results Through Technology

Coali on on Housing & Homelessness / $5,000.00 / Increasing Housing Op ons through System Wide Coordina on

Columbus House, Inc. / $5,000.00 / Middletown Warming Center

Community Music School / $1,000.00 / Broadway Beginners Program

Congrega onal Church In Killingworth, UCC / $1,500.00 / Preserva on 2020 Campaign ‐ Carillon Purchase

The Connec on, Inc. / $5,000.00 / Eddy Shelter Essen als

Covenant to Care for Children, Inc. / $3,000.00 / Basic Essen al Goods

Connec cut Associa on for Human Services, Inc. / $4,000.00 / Volunteer Income Tax Assistance in Middletown

Connec cut Audubon Society, Inc. / $4,872.00 / Science in Nature Educa on Program

CT Gilbert & Sullivan Society / $1,500.00 / 2020 Produc on of "RUDDIGORE"

Connec cut Humane Society / $3,750.00 / Have Vet, Will Travel: Delivering Care to Pets Owned by Middletown's Senior Ci zens

CT River Area Health District / $2,500.00 / Home Asthma Tool Kits

Connec cut River Founda on at Steamboat Dock / $5,000.00 / Connec cut River Museum Technology Upgrade

CT Storytelling Center / $4,000.00 / Li lest Listeners Program

Connec cut Veterans Legal Center (CVLC) / $5,000.00 / Removing Legal Barriers Program

Dog Star Rescue, Inc. / $2,500.00 / CT Dog Gone Recovery Drone Project

Durham Middlefield Youth & Family Services / $1,000.00 / Knowledge For College Program

Epoch Arts / $3,400.00 / Speak Out Produc ons

Essex Land Trust / $1,500.00 / Essex Land Trust Website 2.0

Estuary Council of Seniors, Inc. / $5,000.00 / Replacement Heated Food Transport Truck

Everyone Outside / $5,000.00 / Girls Outside & Women Too

Families Helping Families / $3,000.00 / Boos ng Fresh Produce Op ons Project

Farm Hill Elementary School / $2,150.00 / STEAM Machine A er‐School Program

FISH for C.D.& E. / $1,800.00 / Free rides for the needy to medical appointments

For Goodness Sake, Inc. / $5,000.00 / Sweet Dreams Bedding Bundles

Gilead Community Services / $5,000.00 / Integra ve Services & Community Outreach at the new Mental Health Resource Center

Girl Scouts of CT / $2,500.00 / Summer Campership Assistance Program

Goodspeed Opera House Founda on, Inc. / $5,000.00 / Arts Educa on Collabora on with Nathan Hale Ray Middle School

Haddam Land Trust / $1,500.00 / Swan Hill Land Acquisi on

High Hopes Therapeu c Riding / $5,000.00 / Equine Therapy Assistance Program

Ivoryton Playhouse Founda on / $5,000.00 / LED Retrofit & Ligh ng Equipment Purchase Project

Brian House, Inc. (Dawn Parker, Peggy Winkley, Josh Webster, Sally Mayer with Cynthia Clegg, CFMC on the iCRV Radio weekly show

celebra ng Good People Doing Great Things)

Bikes for Kids


Junior Achievement of SW New England / $2,000.00 / Economic Empowerment and Career Readiness Programming for Middletown Adolescents

Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center / $3,000.00 / Summer Arts Program at The Kate

Killingworth Land Conserva on Trust / $4,000.00 / Cranberry Bog Maintenance

Killingworth Library Associa on / $2,550.00 / Children's Room Access Improvement Project

Kuhn Employment Opportuni es / $1,500.00 / From Incarcera on to Employment Program

Literacy Volunteers of Central CT, Inc. / $4,000.00 / Greater Middletown Volunteer Literacy Program

Literacy Volunteers Valley Shore / $1,500.00 / Tutor Trainer Workshop

Living in Safe Alterna ves, Inc. / $3,500.00 / Youth Excellence Project

Manes & Mo ons Therapeu c Riding Center, Inc. / $3,490.00 / Run In Horse Shelter for Inclement Weather

MARC Community Resources / $4,000.00 / Adult Skill Development & Leisure Program

Middletown Public Schools / $3,000.00 / Parent University: Wrap Services to Support Children and Families

Mercy Housing & Shelter Corpora on / $5,000.00 / Suppor ve Housing Services

Middlesex Community College Founda on / $2,049.00 / Magic Food Bus

Middlesex Habitat for Humanity of CT / $5,000.00 / Habitat Home Project

Middlesex Health Cancer Center / $5,000.00 / Shake Off Cancer

Na onal Conference for Community and Jus ce of CT and WMA, Inc. (NCCJ) / $4,000.00 / NCCJ Prejudice Reduc on Educa on Partnership in Middletown

Nutmeg Big Brothers Big Sisters / $5,000.00 / Community‐Based Mentoring

Oddfellows Playhouse / $5,000.00 / Teen Repertory Company Produc on of Romeo and Juliet

Parmelee Farm / $1,000.00 / Shared Harvest Community Garden

Pay Forward, Inc. / $1,100.00 / Boat GPS Naviga on System

Protectors of Animals, Inc. / $1,250.00 / Dog Spay/Neuter Surgery Subsidy ‐ Middletown

Reach Out and Read, Inc. / $5,000.00 / Middlesex County Rx for Success

Ronald McDonald House Chari es for CT and Western MA / $3,000.00 / Sponsor A Stay (SAS)

Rushford, a Har ord Healthcare Partner / $5,000.00 / Leadership Skills Building for Youth

Russell Library / $5,000.00 / Future‐Ready for Middletown: A Strategic Focus for Russell Library

SARAH Founda on / $1,000.00 / SARAH Tuxis Harbor Day Program

Shoreline Arts Alliance / $1,000.00 / Program Assistance Program for Clinton, Middletown, and Portland

Shoreline Soup Kitchens & Pantries, Inc. / $5,000.00 / Pantry Food Distribu on

St. Vincent dePaul Place / $5,000.00 / Community Assistance Program

Tri‐Town Youth Services / $5,000.00 / Early Childhood Specialist Support

Valley Shore YMCA / $2,500.00 / 2020 Youth Water Safety Programs

Vista Life Innova ons / $5,000.00 / Inclusion Through Environmental Ac on

Wesley School / $4,406.00 / STEM for Muggles A er‐School Program

Wesleyan University‐Middletown Collabora ve / $5,000.00 / Girls in Science Program

Workforce Alliance Inc / $5,000.00 / Secure Jobs 2.0 Program


George Whelen Meghan Whelen Barbara‐Jan Wilson and Tim Napier WJ Financial Advisors, LLC Joseph and Denise Wollack Kate and John Wolter Joyce Yarrow and Debra Collins Young’s Prin ng, Inc. Matching Gi s Program Aetna Founda on‐Matching Gi s Program Benevity Community Impact Fund Bristol‐Myers Squibb Founda on Chari es Aid Founda on of America Eaton Vance Management GE Founda on Matching Gi s Program Navigators Management Company, Inc. Pfizer Founda on Matching Gi s Program Reid and Riege Founda on Travelers CyberGrants Gi s to support Individual Funds at the Community Founda on

A Anonymous (20) The 6 Way Road Venture Execu ve Offices Susan E. Abbe Brian and Chaleen Abely Absolute Independence, LLC Raymond Acunto and Massimo Ni ardi AD Consultants LLC Daniel R. Adams Seth and Catherine Adams Advanced Behavioral Health, Inc. Advanced Computer Technologies, Inc. AJ Shea Construc on, LLC Alan's Small Engine Service, LLC William and Ethel Allard Rae‐ann and Sco Allen Stephan Allison James and Rikki Altman Amato's Toy & Hobby American Eagle Federal Credit Union American Legion Denino‐Shelto Post 1771 American Legion Milardo‐Wilcox Post 75 Kathy Amoia Craig Anderson Michael and Vanessa Anderson Rebecca and Mar n Anderson Stephen and Carolyn Anderson Andie's Cookies, LLC Renee Angelini Annemarie Arnold Antonino 450 West Thames, Inc. Dba

Girard Ford Arakelian Rugs A.R. Mazzo a Employment Specialists Rachel Aronow Arborview Dental Care, LLC Norman and Ann Ashworth At Risk Boys "Event Proceeds" AT&T External & Legisla ve Affairs Atlan c Outboard, Inc. Atlan c Seafood, LLC Anne e Augeri

B BAB of Chester, LLC DBA Chester Bo le Shop Diane Bailey John and Sandy Balayan Jeanne K. Baldwin Susan R. Balestracci Elaine and Stephen Bank Leslie Barlow David and Barbara Barry Bath Fi er Northern Florida Barbara and Hector Bartoli Nancy A. Bauer Mary Baylies David Beaude e Roger Beliveau Nancy and Michael Bell Anne e L. Bellemore Christopher and Tricia Benney Thomas C. Bentz Wendy and Allan Berlind Julia A. Berman Maria Bernier Debbie and Dan Besaw BEST Cleaners Kim Bigger Bill's Seafood Restaurant Kent Billings LLC Terese Marie Bilyard Anne Bingham Sharon K. Birmingham Steven Blade The Blessed John Paul II School Ruth H. Bloethe Lois L. Blomstrann Town of Bloomfield John Boccala e and Michele Salonia Gene and Cheryll Boiselle Priscilla Bollard‐Wilder Dean and Kathleen Bolt Bongo Ron's LLC Cigar & Lounge Sallie Boody Command Sergeant Major Re red John M. and Maribeth Bo James and Denice Bo John and Susan Bradley Catherine Branch Stebbins and Danny Stebbins Susan and Thomas Bransfield

Brenda Brody Marcia W. Bromberg Martha Ann Brown Brown & Brown of Connec cut, Inc. Brown & Wimler Construc on LLC Sco Brown and Jamie Tomasse ‐Brown Abigail and Stephen Bruce Arline Bruenn Leslie Bulion and Rubin Hirsch Jeffrey and Sarah Aileen Burns Kenneth Burt Gerald Busker Jill K. Butler

C CADEP Debra and Edward Calamari Paul Calamari Erin K. Callahan William and Peggi Camosci Richard Caplan The Carabe a Companies David and Lisa Carabe a Cardone & Daughter Automo ve, Inc. Peggy Carey Best and Jonathan Best Carlos A. Cardoso Career Moves, LLC David and Marie Carlson Oscar and Marian Carrillo J. Gregory and Suzanne Carroll Joseph and Elisabeth Carta Rick Casini David and Alida Cella Cel c Cavern, LLC Cent‐Conn Maintenance, LLC Central CT Tank Fabrica on & Truck Repair, LLC Century 21 Clemens & Sons Realty, Inc. Eleanor and Robert Champion The Chaney Family Founda on Robin and George Chapin Robin and Sco Chasse William and Helen Chatman Edward and Linda Cherico Sandra Cherry Chester Hose Company, Inc. Bruce A. Christensen Thomas Chris e Christos Pizza and Restaurant LLC Church of the Holy Trinity Neil F. Ciarcia and Joan M. Craco Ciao Food & Beverage Company Anthony Ciasulli Clark Group Herb and Sherry Clark Cynthia and Randall Clegg Laura and Kevin Colebank Cliodhna and Philip Coles Kristen Coles Charles and Patrice Cole


Constance M. O'Brien David and Maryann O'Brien Maria and David O inoski Renee and Carvin Pallenberg E. Terry Parkinson Randy and Richard Parks Richard and Cynthia Pa erson Paulson Training Programs, Inc. Pay Forward, Inc. Peach Pit Founda on Michael and Susan Perl Liz Petry Riley and Larry Riley Robin and Peter Pool Pough Interiors Pra & Whitney Deedee and Sandy Prisloe Leslie H. Quarrier and Peter Amos Linda Reilly‐Blue James and Carol Richmond, Jr. Chris na and Robert Rickenback Rosario and Patricia Rizzo Mary Anne O. Salemi Gary and Beth Salva Betsy and David Sams, Jr. Brian and Susan Sawchuk Starr and Philip Sayres James R. Scala Elizabeth and Lawrence Schafer Karl Scheibe Raymond and Judith Schoonmaker Maryann Serra Jean and Ralph Shaw Theresa and David Sistare Melaine B. Smigel Susan H. Spaeth Donna and C. William Stamm Barbara Stellenwerf Calice D. Sterling Gordon and Sheila Strothers Suburban Sta oners, Inc. Rev. John T. Talbo Thayer Talbo Domenique S. Thornton, Esquire Paul Thornwall Updike, Kelly & Spellacy, P.C. Ursel's Web Margo Weeks Valen ne Maris Wacs and Dan Marderosian Gary Wallace Chris na Wasch William K. Wasch Mark and Maryanne Watson

Brenda and Chadwick Floyd Donna Lee and Michael Gennaro Tom and Evelyn Gezo Jennifer Glick Elaine F. Godowsky Gary and Pat Gomola Nancy G. Green Heather and Michael Greenaway William and Sharon Griffin Jessica and Andrew Scheff Dora and William Grover Guilford Founda on, Inc. Guilford Savings Bank Wayne and Barbara Harms Jane and Gregory Harris Dorothea Hast and Stanley Sco Etzie S. Heyl Anne and W. Campbell Hudson III Faith M. Jackson Shannon Jones Marcia and David Kalayjian Renee D. Kelley Suzanne and Chester Kitchings, Jr. Robert and Kathleen Laundy Carl and Jennifer Lecce Harriet S. Levin Carol A. LeWi Stacia Libby Vincent and Dora Glinn Loffredo Bob and Alison Marcinek Barbara Sarrantonio Moira and Sean Mar n Mary‐Jo Matava Henry and Joan May George and Sarah Mayer Brendan and Rosemary McCormick Kenneth and Kathryn McDonnell Paula J. McHale Lawrence and Patricia McHugh Ona and James McLaughlin Lucy McMillan and Edward McKeon Katherine B. McRae Nancy and John Meyers David Miner and Stephanie Robiner Steven and Karen Minkler Deborah and Roy Moore Emily Moore and Jerry Graham Gail and Garrell Mullaney Middlesex Habitat for Humanity of CT Middlesex Health Joanne Nes Daphne Nielsen and Henry Resnikoff

Friends of the Community Founda on (Opera ons Support) Brian and Chaleen Abely Amazon Smiles Arborview Dental Care, LLC / Betsy Ann and Alfred Crosswell Elaine and Stephen Bank Nancy and Michael Bell Christy Billings John Boccala e and Michele Salonia Robert and Sallie Boody Francis and Maryann Boord Dawn and Pierre Boulanger Olco and Lucy Smith Founda on BrandTech Scien fic, Inc. Stephen and Alison Brinkmann Brown & Brown of Connec cut, Inc. Jane R. Brown Gerald and Eileen Burke Rich and Tamara Carella Carlson Family Founda on Cel c Cavern / Marc and Jude Levin CT Novelty Co., Inc. Ethan Goller and Rona Malakoff Philanthropic Fund of the Jewish Community Founda on of Greater Kansas City Emil Martyr Li le Rascal Rentals, LLC Eleanor and Robert Champion William A. Childress Rita Christopher E.S.T. Trust Cynthia and Randall Clegg Susan and Fred Cohan Laura and Kevin Colebank Cliodhna and Philip Coles Woody Comstock Richard and Wendy Conroy Thomas and Sally Crawford Susan and Kenneth Daniels Sally and Sal D'Aquila Gainor Davis Michael and Lisa DiPiro Connec cut Ligh ng Centers, Inc. / David and Carol Director Craig and Marilyn Douglas Essex Financial David Evangelis and Dan Taylor‐Stypa Glenn and Alicia Farrell Nancy Fischbach and Mar n Wolman Juana Maria G. Flagg

2019 Gi s to support Middlesex County today – and for the future “We exist temporarily through what we take, but we live forever through what we give.”

Douglas M. Lawson We worked carefully to ensure the completeness and accuracy of this list. We apologize for any mistakes, misspellings, or omissions and ask that you contact Thayer at 860.347.0025 to correct any inconsistencies. An “ * “ denotes the individual is deceased.

Gi s to the Community Founda on and Middlesex County During 2019


2019 Approved Grants from Agency Funds, Designated Funds, Field of Interest Funds, and Project Funds

Total Awarded: $ 447,271.04

A Place Called Hope / Mary Janvrin and Natalie Janvrin Wiggins Fund for Birds, Other Animals and Nature Albany State University / John and Irene Bolden, Sr. Award Fund BRAYCE / Live Local Give Local Fund Camp Hazen YMCA / Camp Hazen YMCA Fund Close the Gap, Inc. / Close The Gap, Inc. Fund Community Music School / Carolyn Greenleaf Memorial Fund for the Community Music School Connec cut River Conservancy / Mary Janvrin and Natalie Janvrin Wiggins Fund for Birds, Other Animals and Nature Connec cut River Founda on at Steamboat Dock / Ellsworth and Virginia Grant Fund Connec cut Rivers Council, BSA / Arthur and Edythe Director Family CT Rivers Council, BSA Fund Connec cut Women's Educa on and Legal Fund (CWEALF) / Sari A. Rosenbaum Fund for Women and Girls Cromwell Belden Public Library / Cromwell Belden Public Library Fund Cromwell High School / Arthur and Edythe Director Family Award Fund CSMTA Middlesex‐New London Chapter / Karen A. Nelson Fund Florence Griswold Museum / Ellsworth and Virginia Grant Fund Forever In My Heart Founda on / Forever in My Heart Founda on Project Fund Gilead Community Services / Barry M. Simon Miracle Fund; Gilead Community Services Fund Greater Middletown Military Museum, Inc. / Greater Middletown Military Museum Project Fund Haddam Killingworth Middle School / Killingworth Community Fund Ivoryton Library Associa on / Ivoryton Library 150th Anniversary Fund; Sari A. Rosenbaum Fund for Women and Girls Ivoryton Playhouse Founda on / Jacqui Hubbard & Norman Needleman Honorary Fund for the Ivoryton Playhouse Founda on; Sari A. Rosenbaum Fund for Women and Girls Long Island Community Founda on / Mary Janvrin and Natalie Janvrin Wiggins Fund for Birds, Other Animals and Nature Lynde Point Land Trust / Ellsworth and Virginia Grant Fund Mercy High School / Jessie A. Tro a Bequest and Educa on Award Fund; William and Mary Tomc Memorial Fund Meshomasic Hiking Club / Live Local Give Local Fund MHS Blue Dragon Booster Club, Inc. / Colter Abely Achievement Fund Middlesex County Historical Society / Elizabeth Swaim Middlesex County Historical Society Fund Middlesex Health Hospice and Pallia ve Care / Live Local Give Local Fund Middlesex United Way / Middlesex United Way Agency Fund; Middlesex United Way Endowment Fund Middletown High School / Elizabeth Mary Pernel Award Fund; Colter Abely Achievement Fund Middletown Public Schools / Colter Abely Achievement Fund; Elizabeth Swaim Arts Enrichment Fund Middletown Refugee Rese lement Coali on (MRRC) / Welcoming Middletown Fund Middletown Rotary Club / Arthur and Edythe Director Family Middletown Rotary Fund; Live Local Give Local Fund Morgan High School / Bill's Seafood Golf Tournament Athle c Scholar Fund MPD Explorer Program / At Risk Boys Fund Nathan Hale‐Ray High School / Ashworth Family Award Fund in memory of Ronald and Heather Lind Ashworth Oddfellows Playhouse / Oddfellows Playhouse Endowment Fund Old Saybrook High School / Bill's Seafood Golf Tournament Athle c Scholar Fund; She's Speaking Fund Old Saybrook Historical Society / Ellsworth and Virginia Grant Fund Portland High School / Deborah L. Lombardo Educa on Fund Region 4 Educa on Founda on, Inc. / Live Local Give Local Fund RiverQuest, Inc. / Mary Janvrin and Natalie Janvrin Wiggins Fund for Birds, Other Animals and Nature Rushford, a Har ord Healthcare Partner / Arthur and Edythe Director Family Rushford Fund Russell Library / Louis V. and Aurora R. Tro a Fund for Russell Library St. John Paul II Regional School / Jessie A. Tro a Bequest and Educa on Award Fund St. John Roman Catholic Church / Jessie A. Tro a Bequest and Educa on Award Fund

Bare Necessi es, providing diapers, wipes and other

essen al items to families on the shoreline

Valley Shore YMCA


Tri‐Town Youth Services / Tri Town Youth Services Fund University of Connec cut / Mary C. Rawlins Award Fund; Joan Matz Music Award Fund Valley Shore YMCA / Chris Belfoure Memorial Fund Valley Regional High School / Bill's Seafood Golf Tournament Athle c Scholar Fund Wesleyan University / Charles Munson Burr, Jr. Family Fund Westbrook High School / Chris Belfoure Memorial Fund; Bill's Seafood Golf Tournament Athle c Scholar Fund; Joshua T. Winslow Memorial Award Fund Westbrook Public Schools / Westbrook Economic Ac on-Project Fund Xavier High School / Jessie A. Tro a Bequest and Educa on Award Fund; Colter Abely Achievement Fund YMCA of Northern Middlesex County / Ingersoll Outdoor Center Fund; Arthur and Edythe Director Family YMCA Camp Ingersoll Fund Youth & Family Services Haddam‐Killingworth / Killingworth Community Fund

P P A – D S I D A F

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2019 A G D A F T A : $74,774

F : 365 F , J J B D A F , B F F F C A , C G M F A D , C B P F , S A M G D'A S D'A , J . F , E J F F , L J A G K F , I C C L F , J F F , J F F , K F F II D A F , J. G L D A F , M L F , S F F , S F , J R T F .

A Li le Compassion Inc. Amazing Grace Food Pantry American Founda on for Suicide Preven on American Heart Associa on AOPA Founda on, Inc. (Aircra Owners and Pilots Associa on) Appalachian Mountain Club Bare Necessi es, Inc. Bikes for Kids, Inc. BRAYCE Brian House, Inc. Bushy Hill Nature Center Camp Care, Inc. Camp Hazen YMCA Catholic Chari es of Norwich Child & Family Agency Southeastern Connec cut Coali on on Housing & Homelessness Commi ee on Temporary Shelter (COTS) Community Music School Congrega on Adath Israel Congrega on Beth Shalom Rodfe Zedek Connec cut Legal Services Connec cut Mental Health Center Founda on Connec cut Public Broadcas ng Network Connec cut River Founda on at Steamboat Dock Connec on, Inc. Coventry Volunteer Fire Associa on Inc. Crosby Fund for Hai an Educa on Cure Rare Disease Deep River Congrega onal Church Deep River Historical Society, Inc. Town of Deep River

Direct Relief Diocese of Norwich Outreach to Hai , Inc. Durham Middlefield Youth & Family Services East Coast Greenway Alliance Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee Elmira College Epoch Arts

Brainerd Library Li le Free Library Project


F T ‐ A E F These funds are created by the nonprofit organiza ons themselves to produce a revenue stream for organiza on’s long‐term financial health and stability.

B T A F (2018) C H YMCA F (2007) D ‐M Y F S (2019) G C S F (2003) H M F C M S (2014) L E. C L F (2015) M H H F (2016) M U W A F (2001) O P E F (2006) B M. S M F G C S (2014) W – V C H C F (2003)

Raising Awareness Through Community Partnerships As you stroll along Harbor Park in Middletown, you will see a new addi on—a purple Buddy Bench.

Community Partnerships are at the core of all CFMC does, connec ng the dots among organiza ons, individuals, and businesses to raise awareness and make a posi ve impact in Middlesex County. Just such a “connec ng the dots” opportunity arose through the Big Thinkers Group, a community partnership focused on community outreach projects.

Gary Wallace, CFMC Board member and Community Health Center Director of Community Engagement & Rela ons was familiar with the CFMC Council of Business Partners Buddy Bench project through the Campaign for Bully‐Free Communi es. When approached by Officer Andrews Brooks of the Middletown Police Department with the idea of placing a bench in recogni on of vic ms of domes c violence during Na onal Domes c Violence Awareness month, Gary knew just how to help connect the dots!

Staff members of CFMC, Middletown Police Department, and Community Health Center joined clients at the Rushford Academy to paint a special bench for the presenta on and the bench was unveiled with guests from throughout the community, including Mayor Ben Florsheim, Senator Ma Lesser, Representa ve Q Phipps, and David Director, Marc Levin, Riz Rizzo, and Liz Shulman of the CFMC Council of Business Partners.

The dedica on plaque expresses our community’s commitment to End the Silence:

Given in Recogni on of Vic ms of Domes c Violence. End The Silence. Donated by the Community Founda on County’s Council of Business Partners Fund, in partnership with Rushford Academy,

Community Health Center New Horizons Domes c Violence Shelter, and the Middletown Police Department


G M M M P (2016) C R. G M F C M S (2008)

D . J H F (2010) J H N N H F

I P F (2007) D G. H M F F G C S (2015)

D L. L E F (2015) I O C F (2007) I C C S F (2019) I L F (2019) I L 150 A F (2019) M E S PTA F (2014) I M. M NAACP S F (2009) J M M S F (2004) A M F MARC C R (2016)

E “R ” L. J S. M M G E F (2013)

E “R ” L. J . S. M M O P F (2018)

M V F D F (2016) M PBA D F (2019) M C C F (2017) M U W E F (2010) E M P M F (1999) F P S N A (2005)

M C. R A F (2012) R S D #4 F (2019) R L F (2005)

B M. S M F G C S (2014)

S ’ S F (2017) E S A E F (2000) E S M C H S F (2000)

W M T M F (2012) T ‐T Y S F (2001) J A. T E A F (2017) U – HK E A F (2017) P A V F A (2007) W E A I – P F (2018) W F 365 C F (2012) J T. W M A F (2019) Y F S H ‐K F (2013)

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D A F

Donor Advised Funds allow individuals, families, and businesses understand the needs of the community and invest in areas they care deeply about. Donor Advised Fund holders recommend where the Fund’s dollars might do the most good, year in and year out. They are ac ve philanthropists and invested in the future of our community.

365 F (2011) A D A F (2019) A D A F (2020) A ’ F (2010) J J B F (2007) C B M F (2012) S R B F (2011) B F F F C A (2013)

C B P F (2009) H L. J R. C F (2000) S A M G D’A S D’A , J . F (2015)

D F D A F (2012) D O B F (2011) E J F F (2012) N F M W F (2009) G F F (2009) L J A G K F (2018) I C C L F (2015) J F F (2014) J F F (2012) B H L F (2016) L L L D A F (2019)

J. G L D A F (2003) C M L F (2013) R S. M , P .D. F (2004) I M. M F (2009) H Y M A F (2000) M F F (2009) M O F A F (2009) M L F (2017) K A. N F (2009) N F F (2009) P ’ D F (2008) R F A S W S U A M A D F (2015)

R ’ C G F (2008) S F F (2001) T S F (2011) S . L ’ H F (2018) J R T F (2017) K S. W M F (2002) C W S F (2020) W F F (2011) W ‐R M F V (2010) W F F (2011)

CFMC Council of Business Partners Campaign for Bully‐Free Communi es Buddy Bench at the Durham‐Middlefield Giving Garden


Essex Ambulance Associa on, Inc. Essex Elementary School Founda on Essex Fire Engine Co. #1 Essex Historical Society Essex Land Trust Essex Library Associa on Essex Meadows Founda on, Inc. Estuary Council of Seniors, Inc. First Congrega onal Church of Westbrook Florence Griswold Museum Forever In My Heart Founda on Friends of Long Hill Estate, Inc. Greater Sea le Bureau of Fearless Ideas Har ord Catholic Worker Har ord's Camp Courant HIAS, Inc. Hole in the Wall Gang Fund, Inc. Ivoryton Library Associa on Ivoryton Playhouse Founda on Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven Jewish Federa on of Greater New Haven Jonah Center for Earth and Art Kappa Kappa Gamma Founda on Kidcity, Inc. Killingworth Volunteer Fire Dept. Kiwanis Founda on of Middletown, Inc.

Lauren E. Avezzie Charitable Founda on Levi E. Coe Library Associa on Living in Safe Alterna ves, Inc. Lyman Allyn Art Museum Mercy High School Mercy Housing & Shelter Corpora on Middlefield Federated Church Middlesex Community College Founda on Middlesex Health Middlesex Health Hospice and Pallia ve Care Middlesex United Way Middletown Rotary Club Monarch School of New England Mys c Seaport Na onal Mul ple Sclerosis Society Na onal Park Founda on Na onal Wildlife Federa on New Hope Bible Way Church Of Middletown Norwich Rose Arts Fes val Oddfellows Playhouse Oxford Academy, Inc. Pomperaug River Watershed Coali on, Inc. Rails to Trails Conservancy

Suppor ng Our Community In A Time Of Great Need

We are humbled by the many individuals, groups, and businesses who stepped forward during the COVID‐19 Pandemic to provide masks for essen al workers, emergency responders, nonprofit organiza ons, and individuals in need.

We extend a hear elt Thank You to the Rossi Family Founda on Trust for the cases and cases and cases of masks they provided to our nonprofits in partnership with the Community Founda on of Middlesex County. We are greatly apprecia ve of the many individuals and groups, such as the Best Cleaners, Angels of Nick Ramcke Fund volunteers, and Goodspeed Opera House Costume Department who supplied us with hand‐made masks for distribu on.

Thank YOU for being “Good People Doing Great Things” in Middlesex County!

Region 4 Educa on Founda on, Inc. Rockfall Founda on Roman Catholic Diocese of Norwich Rotary Club of Essex Founda on Rushford, a Har ord Healthcare Partner Shoreline Greenway Trail Shoreline Soup Kitchens & Pantries, Inc. St. Vincent dePaul Place Syracuse University Tri‐Town Youth Services United States Holocaust Memorial Museum United Way of Indian River County, Inc. Valley Shore YMCA Wesleyan University Westbrook Ambulance Associa on Westbrook Fire Department Westbrook Garden Club Westbrook Public Library Wikimedia Founda on Woodland Park Zoological Society Xavier High School YMCA of Northern Middlesex County


Live Local Give Local Emergency Fund What’s the most amazing thing about Middlesex County?

In mes of need—of great need—you reach out and ask "How Can I Help?"

These are "interes ng" mes, indeed, and our nonprofits whose work puts them on the frontline to meet the most cri cal needs of our neighbors, needed our help. You joined together and put your hearts and dollars to work for the benefit of all in Middlesex County.

We know that when friends and neighbors join together to help each other, we will succeed. You proved this when you supported the Live Local Give Local Emergency Fund to help our local nonprofits this year.

We are extremely grateful to Guilford Savings Bank and Pra & Whitney for leading the charge to ensure our nonprofit organiza ons and essen al personnel had the tools and resources to meet the ever‐changing issues of the COVID‐19 pandemic. So many stepped forward to answer the call—Thank You!

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Nancy and Michael Bell

John Biddiscombe and Gail Gorton

Vincent and Tina Capece

Carlos A. Cardoso

Carlson Family Founda on

N. Jean Cha ield

William A. Childress

Cynthia and Randall Clegg

Cliodhna and Philip Coles

Connec cut Water Services, Inc.

Cheryl Czuba

David and Mary Delaney

Donna and Bill DiBella

David and Carol Director

Craig and Marilyn Douglas

Nancy Fischbach and Mar n Wolman

Timothy and Melissa Geelan

Thomas and Evelyn Gezo

Corinne and Robert Gill

Sharon and Bill Griffin

Guilford Savings Bank

John V. Hayner

Janice P. Holland

Huisking Founda on

Sally and Sal D'Aquila

Marcia and David Kalayjian

Killingworth Lions Charity

Joyce and Robert L. Kirkpatrick, Jr.

Maine Community Founda on

Moira and Sean Mar n

Joanne and Michael Masin

Paula Merrick

David Miner and Stephanie Robiner

Virginia and John Murphy

Renee and Carvin Pallenberg

E. Terry Parkinson

Liz Petry Riley

Sco D. Phillips

Mar n and Lynn Podskoch

Mort and Jeanne Guer n‐Potoff

Pra & Whitney

Ma hew and Kristen Pugliese

Clinton D. Reid and Meredith Ryan‐Reid

John Reisch

River View Cemetery, Inc.

Rosario and Patricia Rizzo

Jerry Roberts and Jeni Gray‐Roberts

Rossi Family Founda on Trust

David and Eunice Royston

Edmund and Diane Rubacha

Betsy and David Sams, Jr.

Brian and Susan Sawchuk

Starr and Philip Sayres

Raymond and Judith Schoonmaker

Susan N. Sinno

Rev. John T. Talbo

Barbara Wallach

Ann Marie and Frantz Williams, Jr.

Nancy C. Zimmer

Thank You to everyone who stepped forward to support our community in its me of need ...


“I C ” F I F G A F Your vision for a vibrant, healthy, successful Middlesex County is represented in Field of Interest Funds. These Funds supple‐ment the compe ve grant applica on cycle, providing the Community Founda on with guidance regarding donors’ passions and support of promising projects and nonprofit organiza ons working in areas of interest such as the needs of young children, or the environment, human services, or the arts… and so much more.

A : R F ‘ARF’ F (2008) T A F (1999) A ‐R B Y M F (2013) B M S F W G (2003)

C ’ F (2009) S H C F F (1998) C L F (2020) M J N J W F B , O A N (2017)

K C C F (2013) H L. J R. C F I F B H N (2013)

A E D F F I F H S (2013)

F H H P F (2018) F E (2013) B W H G H. H M F (2011)

I C C C E F (2019)

I C C H S F (2019)

J F F H S (2016)

J B. K F (2016) K C F (2017) K F F (2002) M K F W G (2007) H G K Y E F (2017)

L L L F (2019) L P A F (2006) H Y M A F (2002) P M. M D F E (2010) K W M R F (2001) M W F (2014) M O S F I F (1999) M P K‐9 U F (2017) A G P F (2001) P F P S , I . F (1999) S A. R F W G (2002) S S C F (2019) E S M F (2000) T F F (2017) W M F (2015) W U C F (2002) C R W F (2001)

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D F A P F

Nonprofit organiza ons rely on the support of the community to address the issues and meet the needs of our neighbors, now and in the future. When you establish a Designated Fund for your favorite nonprofit organiza on, you ensure its growth and service to the community for years to come. Designated Funds also support educa onal awards for our region’s school dis‐tricts, providing opportuni es to support the next genera on to pursue their dreams – and help make our community strong‐er. Project Funds support short‐term ini a ves with a beginning, middle, and end.

15 A E F O (2012) C A A F (2012) A A (2018) S D. E. A F (2018) A N R K C F (2017) R A E F (2012) R A T ‐T Y S B (TTYSB) F (2012)

A F F R H L A (2005)

B ’ S G T A S F (2009) J I B , S . F (2010) C M B , J . F F (1999) C F B F CFMC (2016) B T F (2018) C F F (2012) C T G , I . F (2019) L E. C L F (2017) J T C M S F (2020) C B P L F (2011)

S D W ‐ A K A F (2016) A E D F C R C BSA F (2011)

A E D F M R F (2008)

A E D F N B B B S F (2007)

A E D F R F (2007) A E D F S F (2008) A E D F YMCA C I F (2007)

D ‐M Y F S F (2019) T F T F (2014) N F M W E F A (2014)

F M H F P F (2018) F I M H F , I . D F (2019) S F M P S C C F (2018)

E V G F (2011) G C S F (2017)


Y A T – Y V T – B L G You, our donors, are transforming Middlesex County. You have different passions, different perspec ves, and different reasons for giving. Yet together, you have one thing in common – the desire to make a posi ve impact on the quality of life in Middlesex County. Working through the Community Founda on of Middlesex County, you are changing lives and ensuring Middlesex County con nues to be a great place to live, work, and play.

Whether you choose to start a fund or to make a gi to an exis ng fund, you are crea ng a posi ve force and making a meaningful impact on the lives of your neighbors through nonprofit organiza ons serving our fi een towns through their programs.

In 2019, sixteen (16) funds were established by individuals, groups, and organiza ons, and as of August 31, 2020, another eight (8) funds have been established, all with one purpose in mind—ensuring our community thrives now and forever.

The following pages contain the Funds established by individuals and business through the years who are just like you – everyday philanthropists who chose to work through the Community Founda on to make good things happen, thus joining the legacy of many generous neighbors helping neighbors in Middlesex County. The individuals, businesses and organiza ons represented by the funds on the following pages truly are Good People Doing Great Things in and for Middlesex County!

(See an idea you like? Have a new way you want to make an impact? Let us know, and we will help you turn possibili es into ac on.)

“I W T H M G T H I M C .” U

These Funds allow the Board and staff to iden fy compelling community needs through the compe ve grant making process and to determine the best use of your investment to address them. Currently the compe ve applica on process includes the following focus areas: animal/human welfare services, arts and culture, educa on, environment, community health, public benefit and social services, women and girls, and at‐risk boys and young men.

15 A E U F (2011) J A. B , J . F (1999) B M S F C C

M F (2003) C F F (2012) C F F (1998) E R D’O , J . F (2003) E T. D F (2001) A E D F G C F (2016)

L W G F (2002) P E H F F (2002) N F M W E F C G M (2014)

I F (2017) K F F (2004) M A L R A K F (2010) L L G L F (2009) J. G L F (2000) S J M F (2004) W M C B C F (2000) M O S F (1999) M E F (1997) N H N F (2014) E H P M F (2009) C F F (2002) P F F (2004) R V C F (2001) D M. W J. R F (2002) S F F (2007) S F (2005) S F F (2012) J B S F (1998)

P A V F (2001) S W W F (1999) W F E F (2012) J E Y F (2004)


A Li le Compassion Inc.

A Place Called Hope

Adelbrook Behavioral & Development Services

Clinton Human Services

Coali on on Housing & Homelessness

Community Health Center

Congrega on Adath Israel

Cross Street Training & Academic Center, Inc.

Connec cut Hospitality Educa on Founda on

Connec cut River Founda on at Steamboat Dock

Town of Durham Social Services

Epoch Arts

Estuary Council of Seniors, Inc.

Futures Inc.

Gilead Community Services

HK Backpack Program

HOPE Partnership, Inc.

Kids of Chatham Organiza on, Inc.

MARC Community Resources

Mercy Housing & Shelter Corpora on

Middlesex Coali on for Children

Middlesex Health

Middletown Public Schools

Just look at what you have made possible:

You supported daily childcare programs for children of essen al personnel and first responders at YMCA of Northern Middlesex County and Kids of Chatham Organiza on.

You provided supplies and Personal Protec on Equipment (PPE) for not only our first responders and essen al workers, but also for health and human service organiza ons such as the Coali on on Housing and Homelessness, Columbus House, Gilead Community Services, and MARC Community Resources.

You met the soaring demand to provide meals for seniors with Meals on Wheels through the Estuary Council of Seniors.

You also provided food and supplies for your neighbors and friends through the Shoreline Soup Kitchens and Pantries, Tri‐Town Youth Services in Chester, Deep River and Essex, the Town of Durham Neighbors in Need, HK Backpack Program, and St. Vincent dePaul Place and Amazing Grace Food Pantry.

You purchased tablets to support youth educa on virtual programming for neuro‐diverse students at Futures, Inc. and virtual programming and support services for clients of Vista Life Innova ons.

You helped provide underserved communi es with wellness packages offering informa on on disease preven on and wellness that have been distributed throughout the Community through Cross Street Training & Academic Center and Bare Neccessi es..

You helped women and families on the shoreline access essen al counseling and support services during the shelter in place order through referral programs at the Women & Family Life Center.

And, so much more. Others joined you in making a difference in our community. Thanks to a generous Donor Advised Fund at CFMC, we helped launch weekend “grab and go” meals for students and their families and partnered to provide fresh greens each week through the Middletown Public School meal sites.

Thank you is not sufficient ‐‐‐ but THANK YOU!

The Nature Conservancy

Town of Old Saybrook Social Services

Opera on Fuel

Ronald McDonald House Chari es for CT and Western MA

Shoreline Soup Kitchens & Pantries, Inc.

St. Vincent dePaul Place

Tri‐Town Youth Services

Valley Shore YMCA

Vista Life Innova ons

Women & Family Life Center, Inc.

Youth & Family Services Haddam‐Killingworth

YMCA of Northern Middlesex County

Grants Awarded to support essen al needs and services during the COVID‐19 Pandemic



Sharing the Fun … Sharing Your Favorite Nonprofits!

(Did you miss the videos with our pop-up grantees? Visit us at middlesexcountycf.org/videos/

to catch up on all the fun … and meet some incredible nonprofit organiza ons!)

Thank you so much for making our virtual “Pop Up Grant” ini a ve a great success!

We believe every gi , no ma er the size, makes an impact in our community. If you have ever joined us at one of our gatherings, you know we find many ways to say Thank You, including our “Pop Up Grant” awards.

You made our celebra on of local nonprofits a great success – and submi ed an incredible variety of organiza ons doing great things in Middlesex County.

Throughout the summer we asked … What is YOUR favorite nonprofit and why? Each me you nominated a nonprofit, we dropped the name in a basket, and every two weeks we drew a name out … for a video call and a Pop‐Up Grant Award!

You didn’t disappoint! We received 287 nomina ons for 79 nonprofits!

Congratula ons to our Virtual Pop‐Up Grant Recipients — and Thank You to all their fans who nominated them!

(even in stressful mes)


Going the Distance Beyond the Grant CFMC Nonprofit Resource Center

We understand that nonprofits o en need more than a grant to accomplish their missions. Nonprofit organiza ons need access to knowledge: resources, experts and leaders in governance, financial management, marke ng and communica ons, and development. CFMC’s Nonprofit Resource Center brings leaders and experts to the table to work with our local organiza ons. These experts offer their me and knowledge at our Morning Musings workshops and our Nonprofit Networking series.

We are grateful for the tremendous support Guilford Savings Bank provides in bringing na onally‐recognized speakers to our area to work with boards of directors, volunteers, and staff on important governance and development topics. We are pleased to work with local knowledge experts who provide access to resources, advice, guidance, and essen al professional development opportuni es. Tom Gezo (a.k.a “The Doctor is In”) provides free, one‐on‐one advisory services to local nonprofits on a broad array of topics, including board development, fundraising, organiza onal management, and strategic planning. Harvest Development Group is an integral part of the resource team developing workshops concepts and execu ve leadership learning opportuni es on a wide range of professional development topics to help nonprofit organiza ons strategically grow their resources and serve their communi es.

With the onset of the COVID‐19 Pandemic, CFMC has worked with our nonprofit partners to be er understand and address the issues and needs they see in the community. We have found new “virtual” ways to reach out to partners and individuals and con nue important conversa ons, including

Offered a nonprofit survey, developed by Tom Gezo, to iden fy issues and needs in our communi es related to the COVID‐19 Pandemic;

Facilitated virtual listening forums to share ideas and learn from our nonprofit community;

Assisted members of the Middletown Police Department (MPD), St. Vincent de Paul, Middlesex United Way, Middlesex Community College, and Community Health Center launch a “Big Thinkers” group to discuss community outreach ini a ves for MPD;

Par cipated in a variety of coali ons and working groups throughout Middlesex County addressing a wide array of community needs, including employment opportuni es and access to basic needs.

Tom Gezo, “The Doctor Is In”

We appreciate our nonprofits … and look forward to ge ng together (all in one room) once again in the near future. A big thumbs up to the many nonprofit staff and volunteers who have joined us over the years at our many workshops and listening forums! (this photo was taken in February 2019)


Y A T – Y V T – B L G You, our donors, are transforming Middlesex County. You have different passions, different perspec ves, and different reasons for giving. Yet together, you have one thing in common – the desire to make a posi ve impact on the quality of life in Middlesex County. Working through the Community Founda on of Middlesex County, you are changing lives and ensuring Middlesex County con nues to be a great place to live, work, and play.

Whether you choose to start a fund or to make a gi to an exis ng fund, you are crea ng a posi ve force and making a meaningful impact on the lives of your neighbors through nonprofit organiza ons serving our fi een towns through their programs.

In 2019, sixteen (16) funds were established by individuals, groups, and organiza ons, and as of August 31, 2020, another eight (8) funds have been established, all with one purpose in mind—ensuring our community thrives now and forever.

The following pages contain the Funds established by individuals and business through the years who are just like you – everyday philanthropists who chose to work through the Community Founda on to make good things happen, thus joining the legacy of many generous neighbors helping neighbors in Middlesex County. The individuals, businesses and organiza ons represented by the funds on the following pages truly are Good People Doing Great Things in and for Middlesex County!

(See an idea you like? Have a new way you want to make an impact? Let us know, and we will help you turn possibili es into ac on.)

“I W T H M G T H I M C .” U

These Funds allow the Board and staff to iden fy compelling community needs through the compe ve grant making process and to determine the best use of your investment to address them. Currently the compe ve applica on process includes the following focus areas: animal/human welfare services, arts and culture, educa on, environment, community health, public benefit and social services, women and girls, and at‐risk boys and young men.

15 A E U F (2011) J A. B , J . F (1999) B M S F C C

M F (2003) C F F (2012) C F F (1998) E R D’O , J . F (2003) E T. D F (2001) A E D F G C F (2016)

L W G F (2002) P E H F F (2002) N F M W E F C G M (2014)

I F (2017) K F F (2004) M A L R A K F (2010) L L G L F (2009) J. G L F (2000) S J M F (2004) W M C B C F (2000) M O S F (1999) M E F (1997) N H N F (2014) E H P M F (2009) C F F (2002) P F F (2004) R V C F (2001) D M. W J. R F (2002) S F F (2007) S F (2005) S F F (2012) J B S F (1998)

P A V F (2001) S W W F (1999) W F E F (2012) J E Y F (2004)


A Li le Compassion Inc.

A Place Called Hope


Clinton Human Services

Coali on on Housing & Homelessness

Community Health Center

Congrega on Adath Israel

Cross Street Training & Academic Center, Inc.

Connec cut Hospitality Educa on Founda on

Connec cut River Founda on at Steamboat Dock

Town of Durham Social Services

Epoch Arts

Estuary Council of Seniors, Inc.

Futures Inc.

Gilead Community Services

HK Backpack Program

HOPE Partnership, Inc.

Kids of Chatham Organiza on, Inc.

MARC Community Resources

Mercy Housing & Shelter Corpora on

Middlesex Coali on for Children

Middlesex Health

Middletown Public Schools

Just look at what you have made possible:

You supported daily childcare programs for children of essen al personnel and first responders at YMCA of Northern Middlesex County and Kids of Chatham Organiza on.

You provided supplies and Personal Protec on Equipment (PPE) for not only our first responders and essen al workers, but also for health and human service organiza ons such as the Coali on on Housing and Homelessness, Columbus House, Gilead Community Services, and MARC Community Resources.

You met the soaring demand to provide meals for seniors with Meals on Wheels through the Estuary Council of Seniors.

You also provided food and supplies for your neighbors and friends through the Shoreline Soup Kitchens and Pantries, Tri‐Town Youth Services in Chester, Deep River and Essex, the Town of Durham Neighbors in Need, HK Backpack Program, and St. Vincent dePaul Place and Amazing Grace Food Pantry.

You purchased tablets to support youth educa on virtual programming for neuro‐diverse students at Futures, Inc. and virtual programming and support services for clients of Vista Life Innova ons.

You helped provide underserved communi es with wellness packages offering informa on on disease preven on and wellness that have been distributed throughout the Community through Cross Street Training & Academic Center and Bare Neccessi es..

You helped women and families on the shoreline access essen al counseling and support services during the shelter in place order through referral programs at the Women & Family Life Center.

And, so much more. Others joined you in making a difference in our community. Thanks to a generous Donor Advised Fund at CFMC, we helped launch weekend “grab and go” meals for students and their families and partnered to provide fresh greens each week through the Middletown Public School meal sites.

Thank you is not sufficient ‐‐‐ but THANK YOU!

The Nature Conservancy

Town of Old Saybrook Social Services

Opera on Fuel

Ronald McDonald House Chari es for CT and Western MA

Shoreline Soup Kitchens & Pantries, Inc.

St. Vincent dePaul Place

Tri‐Town Youth Services

Valley Shore YMCA

Vista Life Innova ons

Women & Family Life Center, Inc.

Youth & Family Services Haddam‐Killingworth

YMCA of Northern Middlesex County

Grants Awarded to support essen al needs and services during the COVID‐19 Pandemic
