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Afro-Latin-Indian Scholarship Fund - (203) 575-4202
The Afro-Latin-Indian Festival, held from 1985-2003, was the result of three community leaders discussing a dream that would show, by example and celebration, the contributions made to the visual and performing arts by individuals of Black, Hispanic and Native American descent. The purpose of the Festival was to support local students through the Afro-Latin-Indian Festival Scholarship Program. Since then, over 190 students have received scholarships and awards totaling more than $450,000. All of this is funded through donations and fundraising efforts. This scholarship is open to any student who is in grade 6 – 12 and either lives or attends school in Waterbury.
Bobby Bonds Memorial Scholarship Classic – (203) 575-4202
Founded in 1995, the Celebrity Golf Classic brings together numerous celebrities from the sports and entertainment field to play golf with area golfers. Golfers are paired up with celebrities in a shotgun format. All monies raised through the Celebrity Golf Classic activities goes to the Afro-Latin-Indian Scholarship Fund
Meriden Black Expo – New Opportunities of Greater Meriden (203) 235-0278
Held every June since 1990, this event celebrates and shares the rich heritage of the African-American culture in Meriden. The expo includes performances from local church choirs, presentations, food and clothing vendors, entertainment and music. Another facet of the expo is the Scholarship Competition for graduating seniors and Miss Meriden Black Expo Teen Pageant. Proceeds from this exposition will support programs and scholarships for youths in the community. The Meriden Black Expo relies exclusively on contributions from the community to fund this worthy event for the youths in Meriden.
Elder Services Programs – (203) 575-4209
Elder Service Programs hold various fundraisers throughout the year for their programs (Raffles, bus trips, direct mailings etc.). One of the largest fundraisers is the “Buy a Wheel” Campaign sponsored by Senior Nutrition Serves Meals on Wheels Program. Similar to the “balloon” offered by Connecticut Children’s Hospital or the “sneaker” by American Cancer Society, the “Buy a Wheel” is featured at local stores and allows shoppers by donating $1.00 to the program.
Walk for Warmth – New Opportunities of Greater Meriden (203) 235-0278
Agency Staff works with community minded individuals, corporations, social service agencies and churches to raise funds to assist area households pay heating costs during the winter. Walk for Warmth, raises funds for those households that do not qualify for Federal/State programs and need assistance.
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