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Avon Launches Online Donation Program To Support Town Causes
Avon residents can now donate online to support the town's Food Bank, Pet Pantry, Fuel Bank, Special Needs Fund, and Senior Center.
AVON, CT — Residents looking to support local families, seniors, and others in need can now make donations online through a program offered by the Town of Avon.
The town announced that it is accepting online contributions to help fund five community programs that provide food, financial assistance, and other essential services to residents.
The town is encouraging residents to consider supporting the programs as part of its broader effort to help community members facing financial and other challenges.
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The initiative allows residents to make donations directly from their computers or mobile devices.
According to the town, contributions can support several programs serving the Avon community.
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Programs accepting donations include:
- Food Bank: Provides food assistance to residents experiencing food insecurity.
- Pet Pantry: Helps residents obtain food and supplies for their pets.
- Fuel Bank: Provides assistance to residents struggling with home heating expenses.
- Special Needs Fund: Supports residents facing financial hardships or other special circumstances.
- Senior Center: Supports programs and services benefiting Avon's older residents.
The town said the online donation option is intended to make it easier for community members to contribute to programs that assist their neighbors.
"Every donation helps provide essential services to those in need right here in Avon," the town said in its announcement.
Residents interested in contributing can visit the town's online donation portal to learn more about the available programs.
Donations can be made at www.avonct.gov/donate.
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