Milford United Way Seeks Support For Annual Campaign Amid Rising Needs

MILFORD, CT — The Milford United Way is asking residents, businesses and local organizations to support its annual campaign as requests for assistance increase across the city.

According to the organization, economic conditions over the past year combined with winter have led to what it described as a recent “tsunami” of requests for help from Milford residents.

Kathy Bonetti, director of the Milford United Way, said the organization has assisted hundreds of residents this year through partner agencies, direct client requests and by helping people navigate available resources.

“The needs run the gamut – from arranging for emergency shelter for people in unique circumstances – to giving diapers to families in need – to issuing emergency food cards – to assisting with utility bills. We do it all,” Bonetti said.

The Milford United Way said it relies on donations from residents as well as corporate, business and city partners. Information about the campaign, including a brochure and pledge card, is available at milfordunitedway.org.

The organization cited a recent report from United Way Worldwide that found nearly 3 out of 10 Milford households are ALICE — Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed.

As a result, the Milford United Way said it is focusing on food insecurity, unstable housing and mental health and wellness.

“Speaking as a lifelong Milford resident, I can confidently say the Milford United Way has touched someone you know – whether in the form of our diaper bank, emergency services, assistance for the work of our partner agencies, and much more,” Bonetti said.

Questions can be directed to the Milford United Way at 203-874-6791.