We have been busy with food, clothing, bed and mattress, and toiletry item distributions. And we will continue to hold distributions as long as needed. And many thanks to the donors. We could not have held any of the distributions without your generosity and your caring.
Several staff attended the Southern New England Community Action Conference in Falmouth, MA on Monday and Tuesday of this week. Of course, the tornado was a topic of conversation. People were interested in the need, the numbers and in our response.
And the world of Community Action also responded. So many people and agencies need to be thanked! Massacusetts Association for Community Action, Connecticut Association For Community Action, the Connecticut Department of Social Services and many, many individuals from many Community Action Agencies. It is all extremely moving and we are overwhelmed with your response and your generosity. Thank you!
Governor Patrick announced on June 15 that the state would receive FEMA. State officials documented the cost of damages to uninsured buildings, road and infrastructure, plus the cost of essential overtime and materials as approximately $25 million. the minimum amount necessary for federal assistance is $8.5 million. We have more than three times the minimum amount of damage!
FEMA officials urge everyone who was impacted by the tornado to apply for help.
The Conference was extremely informative and well worth attending. Staff attended workshops on various topics including Succession Planning, Creating a Culture of Philanthropy, Dealing with Human Resource Issues, and much more. Since the conference was held at the newly renovated Sea Crest Conference Center in Falmouth, MA, we were all able to dabble our toes in the ocean in between workshops. Definitely a perk!
