Following the August floods in Oxford, Goodwill of Western and Northern Connecticut (GWNC) rallied its team to support victims of the disaster. GWNC’s involvement began at Quarry Walk with boots-on-the-ground support in the days following the flood, handing out food and water, cleaning items, and distributing Goodwill gift cards. Alongside Team Inc. and the American Red Cross, GWNC served as a support system for Oxford residents navigating a monumental disruption. This cycle of support for the Oxford community has now culminated in a donation of more than $13,000 through GWNC’s Round Up campaign.

“Goodwill prides itself on being deeply embedded in the communities it supports. Stepping in to aid victims of the Oxford flood was an easy decision and we are pleased to have found ways to amplify the impact of this effort by incorporating our Round Up campaign in our stores,” Heather Marquis, Co-Interim CEO, Goodwill of Western and Northern Connecticut, said. “We are also proud to lead a staff who is always ready and willing to support residents in need, and grateful to the folks at Team Inc. for heading the charge in this important relief and recovery effort.”

To learn more, visit: www.gwct.org.

ABOUT GOODWILL OF WESTERN AND NORTHERN CONNECTICUT

Goodwill of Western and Northern Connecticut is a non-profit organization that helps individuals, businesses, and communities come together to support people with disabilities, economic disadvantages, and other barriers to employment. Last year, Goodwill of Western and Northern Connecticut (GWNC) helped 1,190 Connecticut residents find work. Donations of goods and revenue generated from store sales power this mission, providing programs and services strengthening Connecticut families. GWNC is headquartered in Bridgeport, Conn., and has store, donation, and career center locations around the state. To learn more, visit: www.gwct.org.