CURRENT NEWS

    Rep. Wood Announces $25,000 Grant from James M. Cox Foundation for Wethersfield Food and Clothing Bank

    February 25, 2021

    With the prolonged impact of the COVID-19 pandemic being felt by Connecticut families and individuals, local food distribution facilities continue to see strong demand from area residents. That’s why Representative Kerry Wood is proud to announce today that Wethersfield Food and Clothing Bank, a local food pantry providing hospitality to those in need, will benefit from a second $25,000 grant from the James M. Cox Foundation.

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    Help For Food Insecure

    January 25, 2021

    The Community Action Agency of New Haven (CAANH) is pleased to announce the launch of its new HOPE (Healthy Options Pathways to Essential Foods) Voucher program, for our most vulnerable clients who are food insecure. CAANH will provide clients who are at or below 125 % of the federal poverty level nutritious option that will help reduce obesity, hypertension, diabetes, depression, and other medical conditions associated with inferior food options.

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