Operation Hope of Fairfield

Observed each year on the third Monday in January as “a day on, not a day off,” MLK Jr. Day is the only federal holiday designated as a national day of service to encourage all Americans to volunteer to improve their communities. Here are 3 easy ways to help our neighbors in need at any time while honoring Dr. King’s legacy: – Donate to our Winter Appeal at https://lnkd.in/ehVwCQqt, which supports our Food Pantry, affordable housing program, clinical services, senior services and more (any amount appreciated). – Bring in donations for our Food Pantry, M-F, 9am-4:30pm, 636 Old Post Rd (closed MLK Jr. Day, January 20). Pantry wish list is at https://lnkd.in/gVB_V-Ds. – Purchase pantry donations from our Amazon wish list at https://lnkd.in/eiMfCurQ and have them sent directly to us. Thank you ?????????? Please note our business office and Food Pantry are closed today, January 20. Office hours resume Tuesday, January 21 and pantry hours resume Wednesday, January 22. Donation drop off resumes January 21.

Treat someone special to a special bouquet and help us end hunger! During the month of January, visit the?stopandshop?at 1160 Kings Hwy Cutoff in Fairfield to purchase a $10.99 Bloomin’ 4 Good bouquet to benefit Operation Hope ?? For every bouquet sold, Operation Hope will receive $1 to help stock our food pantry. Every dollar counts when we are helping out neighbors in need. Thank you! ?????

Hello friend, As 2024 comes to a close, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the resilience, support and generosity of our community, and how you continue to sustain Operation Hope's ability to keep helping our neighbors in need. Thank you for placing your faith in us and for sharing our vision and hope that no one should go hungry and that everyone deserves a safe place to live. Please consider making a year-end tax deductible gift to Operation Hope at https://lnkd.in/eJw5-nXG. Our efforts to end hunger and homelessness, one person at a time, are not possible without you. Together, we can make a difference and create positive and lasting change. From all of us here at Operation Hope, we wish you a year where hope and love shine brightly in your heart. Happy 2025! Gratefully yours, Carla Miklos Executive Director Operation Hope of Fairfield Please note: Operation Hope’s services - the Business Office, Pantry, donation drop off and Community Kitchen - will be closed in observance of New Year’s Day on January 1, 2025. All will be open for regular hours on January 2.

Dear friend, It is a time to reflect on all that has happened over the last year and count our blessings. We are grateful for the generosity from so many individuals, businesses and organizations in our compassionate community. Sharing your time, talents and treasure to support our neighbors in need is vital. We cannot do what we do without you. Thank you for placing your faith in us and for sharing our hope that no one should go hungry and that everyone deserves a safe place to live. I am so very proud of the many ways in which the Operation Hope team and our Board continues to go above and beyond for our clients during yet another difficult year. I thank them for all they do every day to keep our clients safe and supported. By providing homeless outreach, rapid rehousing, permanent supportive housing, homeless prevention, a food pantry and community meals, we are ensuring that our struggling neighbors are not left behind. If you're looking beyond the December holidays, I invite you to scroll below to participate in innovative ways to support Operation Hope. But for now, as another year draws to a close, I hope you have a chance to pause and enjoy the magic of the season. Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah and Happy Kwanzaa! From all of us here at Operation Hope, we wish you and your loved ones peace, health and happiness this holiday season and in the New Year! Gratefully yours, Carla Miklos Executive Director Operation Hope of Fairfield Please note: Operation Hope’s services will be closed in observance of Christmas and New Year’s Day for the following: - December 20-26: Pantry is closed (reopens December 27 and 30) - December 25: Business Office, Pantry, donation drop off & Community Kitchen are closed (all but the Pantry reopens December 26) - January 1, 2025: Business Office, Pantry, donation drop off & Community Kitchen are closed (all reopens January 2)

Did you know that 1 in 8 households in the United States face food insecurity? That means that many families in our community do not have sufficient access to quality food and other basic needs. Weed Man Westport, CT strives to make a difference for people in need, right in our own backyard – and we're deeply grateful for their help this holiday season. Weed Man Westport recently held a fall food drive, Grassroots Giving, to support Operation Hope. Customers of Weed Man Westport were invited to donate shelf-stable food items to?Operation Hope by leaving them on porches in advance of fall service. Many thanks to Weed Man Westport and their customers for helping us fight against food insecurity in our community this holiday season.

Shop small today – and every day! Small Business Saturday is TODAY – Saturday, November 30! Keep your dollars local! Shop and support small businesses and our local economy today – in person and online. Many of our town’s businesses - shops, restaurants and services - generously support Operation Hope and our neighbors in need throughout the year. Please return the favor and support our business neighbors – in Fairfield, Southport, Bridgeport, Westport, Easton and the greater surrounding area – on this Small Business Saturday and every day! ???? #ShopSmall

Hello friend, Here at Operation Hope of Fairfield, we are deeply grateful?for you and for being part of such a generous and?loving community. For almost forty years, you have embraced us and supported our efforts to end hunger and end homelessness right here at home. You have been here for us during some of the darkest times for all of us. From the child who empties?her piggy bank for us, to the many schools and organizations who host drives, lemonade stands and more on our behalf, to the individuals, families, organizations and restaurants who make meals to feed our guests in the Community Kitchen to all who give us monetary and in kind donations, to those who advocate on our behalf, and to everyone else in between, we are deeply grateful.?To our dedicated and tireless staff, Board Members, volunteers and loyal donors, thank you for keeping those most in need in your heart today and every day. I see you. While Thanksgiving is a time for families and friends to gather and celebrate the bounty of the season, for many here at home, the holiday is a stark reminder of their struggle with hunger and homelessness. Thank you for sharing your?bounty, which helps?us provide food, housing and services for our neighbors right here in Fairfield, and not just on Thanksgiving, but throughout the year. We wish you and your loved ones a?blessed Thanksgiving and a bountiful?season of giving thanks ???????????? With gratitude, Carla Miklos Executive Director Operation Hope of Fairfield https://lnkd.in/eJw5-nXG

Tis the season of giving back? Consider giving back to your friends and community through our partnership with @trinity_solar ??And it pays off—both you and Operation Hope will receive: ?? $500 for your first installed solar referral ?? $1000 for every additional solar referral Plus, Operation Hope receives $100 for each solar consultation. Start referring now by calling 800-655-2500 or visiting https://lnkd.in/ezdpKhSZ. Be sure to mention Operation Hope! ?????? #TrinitySolarCommunityPartner #TrinitySolarCommunities #TrinitySolar #EnergyWithIntegrity

Thank you to Gorilla Commerce for this extraordinary kindness! We’re grateful for all of these donations to help feed and care for our neighbors in need this holiday season ????