Fresh Air Fund has provided free summer experiences to more than 1.8 million New York City children since 1977.
This year Weston residents donated over 700 toys which were distributed locally and throughout Fairfield County for children in need.
Carol O'Connell, Ridgefield resident, is a finalist What Works Community Challenge, an initiative of Fairfield County’s Community Foundation
The Fairfield County Community Foundation announces winners of its 'What Works Community Challenge.'
A Florida man has started a campaign on Change.org to make slain Sandy Hook Elementary School teacher Rachel D’Avino a Jedi Knight.
Macaroni Kid donated over $1,400 in cash, toys and books for Family & Children’s Aid in Danbury.
The Rotary Club of Ridgefield Sunrise’s food drive on Saturday, December 6th was a smashing success!
This time of year is not so jolly due to financial strains, health or family issues. Here are some ways you can lend a helping hand.
Fairfield County’s Community Foundation awarded more than $167,000 in grants and scholarships in Ridgefield in last fiscal year
Ridgefield families: Ever considered hosting a Fresh Air Fund child for the summer? This Thanksgiving they're thankful for those who do.
Ridgefield Animal Control Officer Cole said the dog was reunited with her owner and his home safe, according to Ridgefield Animal Control.
November is National Adoption Month.
Macaroni Kid Danbury-Bethel-Ridgefield will hold 1st annual Birthday Bash event on November 15, 2014 from 1PM-4PM at the Danbury Sports Dome
Dental Associates is hosting their 12th annual candy buy back program where kids can trade their stash for cash.
Friday's proceeds from Jesse Lee Pumpkin Patch will benefit Doctors Without Borders.
Over 230 people represented Fairfield County Bank’s team, “Strength in Numbers” at the Danbury Women’s Center’s 8th annual SafeWalk.
Two Mustangs named Chinook and Cheyenne are being nursed back to health by prison inmates after being found severely underweight.
Denise D’Ambrosio and Cindy Jeffries of NCL’s Nutmeg Chapter are among the many volunteers creating wreaths for Founders Hall.
Join the Rotary Club of Ridgefield Sunrise in support of the Women’s Center of Greater Danbury 8th annual 4k Safe Walk.
The money was raised through the Amber Room Run from the Sun 5K that was held on August 21, 2014.
Charlotte’s Litter was founded in honor of Charlotte Bacon, a Sandy Hook student who tragically passed away at her school on Dec. 14, 2012.
A fundraiser on Sept. 13 will honor service men and women.
Newtown Hoopsters’ Coach Kenny Ayles passed away on Aug. 21 but his legacy lives on.
Did you catch a glimpse of the beautiful August 10-11 super moon?
The movie, in stores July 22, is about a real-life boy who says he went to Heaven and met Jesus during surgery. We spoke with the family behind the film about how it can help start a discussion in your town.
Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.
A New York woman is so good at bargain shopping that she's used her skills to donate groceries and other goods to charity. Learn how you can follow her lead locally.
As a part of our "Everyday Inspirations" series, we look at how children across the country are making big impacts locally.
After losing three people close to her in eight months, Edie Elkan picked up a harp for the first time in 28 years. Now she runs a program training others to play the instrument for patients in hospitals.
Patch wants to share stories about people who work every day to change others' lives for the better.
In Norwalk, Rosinne Chlala and her team at "Festivities" are ready when the holidays ring in 25-30 engagements.
Shockingly, motorists in CT are ranked seventh-best in the nation, according to a new report. How can this be?
Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?
Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.
You'll find lots of parenting tips on our new page. Check it out!
Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.