‘Mayor’s Do Good Fund’ Nonprofit Announced In Stratford

STRATFORD, CT — Stratford Mayor David Chess this week formally announced a newly-formed 501 (c)(3) nonprofit, the “Mayor’s Do Good Fund” replacing the Mayor’s Golf Charity.

The mission of the Mayor’s Do Good Fund is to “inspire generosity, strengthen community ties, and provide meaningful support to Stratford organizations and residents when and where it is needed most,” according to a news release.

“The Stratford Mayor’s Office has a long history of charitable efforts supporting the community, which I’m happy to continue,” Chess said. “This fund allows us to act when needs arise, whether that means supporting senior residents, helping students access opportunities, strengthening our community centers, or ensuring our arts and cultural programs continue to thrive. It gives us the flexibility to step in at the right moment, when support matters most.”

Read more from the news release below:

Through charitable giving, partnerships, and community involvement, the Mayor’s Do Good Fund invests in opportunities that improve lives, remove barriers, and help Stratford neighbors thrive. The goal is to respond quickly and responsibly when modest financial support can make a meaningful difference. To date, the MGDF has raised over $33,000 and has provided over $15,000 in grants, including:

• The Dolly Parton Imagination Library
• The Summer Basketball Program - Johnny Langston
• Stratford Back to School Initiative - School Supplies
• Sister Cities Choir
• Bike Safety Rodeo at South End Community Center, working with Stratford Rotary
• Emerge – supporting victims of domestic abuse

Do Good at Blues

This year, at Blues on the Beach, attendees can ‘Do Good,’ too! Anyone interested can donate to the Mayor’s Do Good Fund. All donations are voluntary, tax-exempt, and greatly appreciated.

The recently launched charity will remain in perpetuity with the Stratford Mayor’s Office, regardless of who the mayor is. As a new entity, the website www.mayorsdogoodfund.org is under construction. Donations may be made by check, payable to Mayor’s Do Good Fund Inc., and mailed to Stratford Town Hall, 2725 Main Street, Stratford, CT 06615. Secure online donations by credit card may be made at: https://secure.anedot.com/mayors-do-good-fund/donate. The funding request form outlines the process, who is eligible, and how to apply for funding.

Every contribution, whether large or small, helps the mayor respond faster and more effectively to the needs of our community.