Newtown Helping Hands

The COVID-19 virus has put many people out of work, and has greatly impacted our local restaurants. This fundraiser is to support them as well as get food in the hands of the elderly, struggling families, and those at risk here in Newtown.

- How It Works -

Monies from this fundraiser will go directly towards local restaurants to make hot meals for struggling Newtown residents/families each week. We also also providing a FREE grocery shopping and delivery service for Newtown seniors (60+) and those at risk, who are able to afford it. Delivery of meals and groceries will be provided to those without means of transportation or at risk to leave their homes. We are coordinating our efforts together as one team with the following organizations: American Legion, Catherine Violet Hubbard Animal Sanctuary, Chamber of Commerce, FONS (Friends of Newtown Seniors), Interfaith Council, Knights of Columbus, Lion's Club, Real Food Share, Rotary Club, Town of Newtown Human Services Department, Whitsons Culinary Group, and WIN (Women In Newtown).

If you or someone you know is struggling, at risk or elderly, please call 203-270-4297 or email [email redacted].

- Use of Funds -

The funds will go through the 501(c)3 organization of the Newtown Knights of Columbus, “At Our Gate.” 100% of the leftover proceeds will be donated directly to the FAITH food pantry. This is a fully transparent fundraiser where all inbound/outbound money will be documented, and will be made available upon request.

- Who's Volunteering / How to Volunteer -

 If you would like to help volunteer, please fill out a Volunteer Application: Click Here. You can also call [phone redacted] or email [email redacted].

- Supporting Restaurants (to date) -

1. Bagel Delight
2. Blue Colony Diner
3. Burrito Shack
4. Butcher's Best Country Market
5. Carl Anthony's of Monroe
6. Carminuccio's Pizzas & Subs
7. Chef Micah Foote
8. Farmhouse
9. Figs Wood Fired Bistro
10. Foundry Kitchen and Tavern
11.  Franco's Pizza & Pasta
12. General Store
13. Market Place Kitchen & Bar
14. Misty Vale Deli
15. My Place Restaurant
16. Nouveau Monde
17. Project Pizza
18. Roberto's of Monroe
19. Tambascio's Italian Grill
20. Toro Restaurant

- Communication -

Join the Facebook group “Newtown Helping Hands” to stay up to date on this initiative. You can also find updates on all our local restaurants during this time here: https://www.newtown-restaurants.com. Lastly, you can sign up for a mailing list on the website to get alerts/announcements regarding this initiative.

*Banner Image created by Karina Riccitelli.