Organization Type: Non-Profit
Nonprofit organization raising funds for Downs Syndrome. Contributions have been made in support of local organizations such as ABILIS and PEGASUS THERAPEUTIC RIDING. The fund was established in 1991 in memory of Robert L. Ailleo Jr. Jill, his mother, is an artist and his father is a dentist in Greenwich.
Written by Sagan Medvec on November 6, 2013
Founded in 2009, this local chapter is one of 800 covenant groups nationwide. They provide support to Military Families. The group’s purpose is not to duplicate what the Government does, but to fill in the gaps.
Written by Sagan Medvec on November 6, 2013
Friends of Nathaniel Witherell is a 501(c) (3) charitable organization. Their mission is to support, THE NATHANIEL WITHERELL – REHABILITATION & NURSING CENTER, through philanthropy to ensure it maintains its position as one of the premier skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers in this region.
Written by Sagan Medvec on November 5, 2013
PAWS is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Started in 1962 by Betty Long, their goal is to rescue homeless dogs and place them in permanent homes. In the early 1980s, their rescue efforts were expanded to include cats.
Written by Sagan Medvec on November 5, 2013
A nonprofit, statewide, organization consisting of some 200 rehabilitators with the goal of improving the care of distressed wildlife in Connecticut. Services include; networking, support, education, and oil spill response. The association helps to care for injured, diseased, or orphaned wildlife by trained, licensed volunteers, with the goal of releasing the animal back into the […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on November 4, 2013
Established in 1952, Healthy Eyes Alliance is dedicated to preventing vision loss in children and adults in the communities of New York, Connecticut and New Jersey. They serve children living in communities of high poverty, Low income older adults, Employees in targeted industries.
Written by Sagan Medvec on November 4, 2013
The Fairfield County Chapter is made up of volunteer professionals with a broad mix of senior executive and small business experience. The group includes both working and retired executives and business owners. They conduct more than 3,000 private sessions each year.Virtually every business skill is available: General Management, Business Planning, Strategic and Growth Planning, Start-Ups, […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on October 29, 2013
Begun in 1981, this is a nonprofit volunteer pet-placement agency dedicated to finding good homes for adoptable dogs and cats. The Armonk location, purchased in 1999, is a full-service shelter.
Written by Sagan Medvec on October 29, 2013
The National Guard Foundation was established in 2003 by then Lieutenant Governor Jodi Rell. The organization works to provide support to service men and women serving around the world. The National Guard has a rich history. Over time, the Guard has transformed from localized colonized militia to a modern national military force with global reach. The […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on October 25, 2013
Support Group for parents of multiples since 1958. They have over 500 members from many parts of Connecticut and Westchester County. The group shares information, practical experience, and expertise on parenting.
Written by Sagan Medvec on October 15, 2013
The Old Greenwich Merchants Association (OGMA) is a group of retailers working together to promote a community based retail environment for the village of Old Greenwich. The OGMA meets together to exchange ideas about ways to improve the Old Greenwich shopping district, encourage local shopping and promote goodwill with the community. The organization is organized […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on October 15, 2013
Founded in 1792, the purpose of the Association is to bring together, in one organization, the doctors of medicine of Fairfield County, Connecticut; to increase their knowledge in the art and science of medicine; to enlighten the public in matters of health and promote the health of the community; to form and maintain with the […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on October 11, 2013