Social Services Donation Program
Town of East Hartford
Department of Health & Human Services
Social Services Donation Program
The Social Services Division donation program is used to assist residents in need that are experiencing challenging circumstances, including food assistance, eviction avoidance, energy assistance, and short-term financial assistance for residents experiencing homelessness. East Hartford Social Services pursues state and federal grant programs that assist residents with supportive services; however, available grant funds are often not sufficient to address our residents’ needs.
Our donation program is supported by contributions from individuals, businesses, and community groups. Donations are tax deductible; to the extent permitted by law. The following programs are supported by donations:
- Emergency food assistance to support for local food pantry services;
- Town fuel bank program to help residents avoid disconnection of electricity and fuel services;
- East Hartford Farmers’ Market Partner program to provide residents experiencing food insecurity with vouchers to purchase fresh produce at our local farmers’ market;
- Eviction avoidance program to assist residents with overdue rental or mortgage payments;
- Holiday Toys for kids’ program to purchase end of year major holidays presents for East Hartford children;
- Town Emergency Pantry to purchase basic needs items such as clothing, diapers, hygiene products and food after any town emergencies, such as fires; and
- Supportive needs to pay for ID or licenses or other documents, applications fees for an apartment, etc. to be able to connect residents to programs/resources.
How to Donate
Donate Online – Please note donations are subject to online transaction fees.
Send a check payable to:
Town of East Hartford
Social Services Division
50 Chapman Place, Room 109
East Hartford, CT 01608
If you prefer to have your funds support a specific program, please note on the check.
Donors are also welcome to submit check or cash in-person at the Social Services Division.
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