Wilton School Donates Walkathon Proceeds to Local Food Banks

Due to the overwhelming success of Our Lady of Fatima School Wilton’s recent Saints Walkathon, the school community is proud to present a portion of the proceeds to two local food banks on Wednesday, November 23rd, at 11:00 pm at 225 Danbury Rd, Wilton, CT 06897. Two representatives from Wilton Social Services Food Pantry at the Comstock Community Center on 180 School Road in Wilton, CT and the Open Door Shelter on 4 Merritt St. in Norwalk, CT, will be present to receive the checks.

In mid-October, hundreds of walkers, including students, staff, parents, families and parishioners participated in the Saints Walkathon by circling the OLF school and grounds. Because of Fatima’s objective of "Service above self,” the school encourages support of both the school AND the community. Thus the idea to donate 10% of the proceeds to local food banks.

“Students will present a check as well as supplies collected over the course of the past few weeks. They are so excited to be able to help out the communities, which have supported us over the years. It is especially important during the holiday season, which can be so difficult for struggling families.” said Our Lady of Fatima School Wilton’s Principal, Stan Steele.

Since the students raised over $16,000, Pastor Reggie Norman and Principal Stan Steele wore chicken costumes and performed the chicken dance during two lunch periods in October.

About Our Lady of Fatima School, Wilton: Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School in Wilton is a co-educational school. Programs offered include Pre-Kindergarten (3s and 4s), the Primary School for Kindergarten through Grade 2; the Intermediate School for Grades 3 through 5; and the Middle School for Grades 6 through 8. Our Lady of Fatima School is recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School and is located at 225 Danbury Road, Wilton, CT. For admission information, please contact Stan Steele, Principal at 203.762.8100 or visit www.olfcatholic.org.