Hartford – The month of May is “Community Action Month” and to help commemorate this occasion, the Community Renewal Team (CRT) is hosting a free “Community Resource Fair” on Thursday, May 27, 2021 (from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm) at its main offices in Hartford (located at 555 Windsor St.).
“Each May, during Community Action Month, we reflect on the impact CRT and our network has had on individuals and families throughout our service area,” said Lena Rodriguez, President and CEO of CRT. “Last year alone, we served 20,981 households and over 44,000 individuals throughout Hartford County and Middlesex County. And the national Community Action Network helped more than 15 million across the country with immediately needed services such as shelter and food, as well as long-term solutions like education and job placement.”
To celebrate the continued success of Community Action and raise awareness in our local community, CRT along with support from several other partner organizations is hosting a free Community Resource Fair on Thursday, May 27, 2021.
Services that day include:
- Free walk-up COVID-19 vaccination clinic with Community Health Center, Inc.
- Rental assistance services with UniteCT
- Sign up for health insurance with Access Health CT
- Free food distribution from The Salvation Army
Individuals can also meet with representatives from many of CRT’s programs that day, including: Behavioral Health Services, Community Services (incl. Basic Needs, Foreclosure Prevention Housing Counseling, Case Management, and more), Elderly Nutrition/Meals on Wheels, Early Care and Education, Energy Assistance and Weatherization, SNAP outreach and more.
Plus, there will be a free ice cream truck from noon to 2:00 pm!
Social-distancing rules will be in effect at this event – please wear a mask.
More information is available in the Events section of CRT’s website.
For more information, please contact CRT’s Communications Director, Jason Black at 860-230-4535.
CRT’s Free Summer Food for Kids 18 and Under Kicks Off This Week in Hartford and Neighboring Towns
NewsTo help combat childhood hunger during the summer months when school is out of session, the Community Renewal Team (CRT) is proud to participate in the federally funded Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) once again this summer.
CRT will deliver hundreds of meals for children each weekday to the 14 locations in the Greater Hartford area. In total, CRT will deliver more than 35,000 meals for kids this summer.
NBC Connecticut shares the details with their viewers:
Under the SFSP, nutritious meals (including Breakfast and/or Lunch, and even Supper), will be provided free of charge to children 18 years of age and under at 14 locations in Hartford, East Hartford, Enfield, Glastonbury, and Wolcott. (Additional sites in Manchester, Enfield, and Windsor Locks are “closed” locations that require registration to participate.)
Many of these summer food sites for children begin on June 21, and most will continue until mid- to late August to help ensure that children are receiving nutritious meals while school is out for the summer.
For more information, please visit the Summer Food page.
CRT’S 20th Annual Meals on Wheels Golf Tournament
Meals on Wheels Golf ClassicWith your support, we can make the longest drive!
Please join the Community Renewal Team on Monday, September 13, 2021 for its 20th Annual Meals on Wheels Golf Classic at Tunxis Country Club in Farmington, Connecticut.
You can help our team meet the increasing need for the delivery of hot, nutritious meals to hundreds of homebound seniors across Central Connecticut! Please help ensure the independence and well-being of seniors in our community by registering to golf and making a special donation today.
Tournament Schedule:
Don’t forget to pick up your boxed lunch at the Meals on Wheels Delivery vehicle near registration.
Are you registered to play in the tournament this year? We need your shirt size and lunch preference!
Please complete the CRT Golf Shirt and Lunch Order form now!
Return your form (one form per individual) by no later than Tuesday, August 17, 2021 via email to: [email protected]
More information is available in this brochure for the 20th Annual Meals on Wheels Golf Classic.
Customers love to support local businesses that support the community! Show your support with an Ad in the program book for CRT’s 20th Annual Meals on Wheels Golf Classic.
Get all the details about 2021 Meals on Wheels Golf Sponsorship Opportunities.
For more information about sponsorships or to play in the tournament, please contact CRT’s Development Department at 860-560-5684 or [email protected].
National HIV Testing Day on June 28
Health Testing, HIV TestingCome join CRT for a day of Wellness and Sexual Health.
CRT is hosting a free event for confidential HIV & Hepatitis-C testing that only takes 20 minutes!
Free giveaways for ALL who participate.
Plus, learn about CRT Services and Programs.
Where: South Green Park (Intersection of Wethersfield Ave and Main St/Park St. in Hartford)
When: June 28, 2021 from 10:00 am — 3:00 pm
* Please practice COVID-19 safety precautions — masks recommended!
CRT’s 11th Annual Tee Off with Women Golf Tournament
Tee Off with WomenCheck out the Facebook album to relive the fun.
Learn more about how you can support CRT’s Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Women’s Empowerment Center in Hartford.
The Tee Off will be held on Wednesday, July 14, 2021 at Tunxis Country Club in Farmington, CT.
For more information about sponsorships or to play in the tournament, please contact CRT’s Development and Marketing Director, Ilana Bernstein at: 860-560-5657.
Big Y Community Bags Support CRT’s Meals on Wheels during June
During the month of June, CRT’s Meals on Wheels program will receive a $1 donation from the purchase of every reusable Community Bag at the Big Y store located at 772 North Main St., West Hartford CT.
Please note: These special bags identified as the Community Bags are available for purchase, upon request, at the check-out registers. The Community Bags have a tag attached that has printed instructions on how to allocate a $1 donation on behalf of Big Y to a number of local non-profits, including CRT. However, if the customer doesn’t specify where the $1 donation for their Community Bag should be given, the $1 donation from the bags purchased at the West Hartford store will go to CRT’s Meals on Wheels program during the month of June.
CRT’s Free Community Resource Fair is Thurs., May 27 in Hartford, on WFSB News 3
NewsHappening today! Community Renewal Team (CRT) is hosting a FREE Community Resource Fair on Thursday, May 27, 2021 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm outside their main offices at 555 Windsor St., Hartford. Roger Susanin from WFSB News 3 shares the details:
Services include:
You can also meet with representatives from many of CRT’s programs that day, including: Behavioral Health Services, Community Services (incl. Basic Needs, Foreclosure Prevention Housing Counseling, Case Management, and more), Elderly Nutrition/Meals on Wheels, Early Care and Education, Energy Assistance and Weatherization, SNAP outreach and more.
Plus, there will be a FREE ice cream truck from noon to 2:00 pm!
Social-distancing rules will be in effect – please wear a mask!
CRT’s Newsletter for May 2021 is Now Available
NewsIn CRT’s monthly newsletter for May, we feature the upcoming Community Resource Fair that will take place on Thursday, May 27, 2021 outside of CRT’s main offices located at 555 Windsor St., Hartford.
We also highlight a recent visit from members of Connecticut’s Congressional delegation to CRT’s offices where they touted the importance of passing the American Families Plan.
Read the May 2021 newsletter now.
Community Renewal Team Hosts Free Community Resource Fair in Hartford on May 27
Press ReleaseHartford – The month of May is “Community Action Month” and to help commemorate this occasion, the Community Renewal Team (CRT) is hosting a free “Community Resource Fair” on Thursday, May 27, 2021 (from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm) at its main offices in Hartford (located at 555 Windsor St.).
“Each May, during Community Action Month, we reflect on the impact CRT and our network has had on individuals and families throughout our service area,” said Lena Rodriguez, President and CEO of CRT. “Last year alone, we served 20,981 households and over 44,000 individuals throughout Hartford County and Middlesex County. And the national Community Action Network helped more than 15 million across the country with immediately needed services such as shelter and food, as well as long-term solutions like education and job placement.”
To celebrate the continued success of Community Action and raise awareness in our local community, CRT along with support from several other partner organizations is hosting a free Community Resource Fair on Thursday, May 27, 2021.
Services that day include:
Individuals can also meet with representatives from many of CRT’s programs that day, including: Behavioral Health Services, Community Services (incl. Basic Needs, Foreclosure Prevention Housing Counseling, Case Management, and more), Elderly Nutrition/Meals on Wheels, Early Care and Education, Energy Assistance and Weatherization, SNAP outreach and more.
Plus, there will be a free ice cream truck from noon to 2:00 pm!
Social-distancing rules will be in effect at this event – please wear a mask.
More information is available in the Events section of CRT’s website.
For more information, please contact CRT’s Communications Director, Jason Black at 860-230-4535.
CRT Hosts FREE Community Resource Fair on Thurs., May 27 in Hartford
Community Resource FairJoin the Community Renewal Team (CRT) for a FREE Community Resource Fair on Thursday, May 27, 2021 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm outside their main offices at 555 Windsor St., Hartford.
Services that day include:
You can also meet with representatives from many of CRT’s programs that day, including: Behavioral Health Services, Community Services (incl. Basic Needs, Foreclosure Prevention Housing Counseling, Case Management, and more), Elderly Nutrition/Meals on Wheels, Early Care and Education, Energy Assistance and Weatherization, SNAP outreach and more.
Plus, there will be a FREE ice cream truck from noon to 2:00 pm!
It’s a celebration in time for Community Action Month! Don’t miss it!
Social-distancing rules will be in effect – please wear a mask!
For more information, please call CRT at: 860-560-5600.
Free and Confidential HIV & Hepatitis-C Virus Testing
Health TestingJoin CRT on Wed., May 19 from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm for free and confidential HIV & Hepatitis-C Virus Testing! It is easy, fast and safe! Get your results in just 20 minutes!
We’ll be at Keney Park – 171 Windsor Ave., Windsor CT – near the Tavern/Golf Course.
Free giveaways and snacks to all who participate!
Social distancing practices will be in effect – please wear a mask.
For more information, please call: 860-462-5225.