WHO WE ARE
Family Centers is a private, nonprofit organization offering education, health and human services to children, adults and families in Fairfield County. More than 250 professionals and hundreds of trained volunteers work together to provide our communities with a wide range of responsive and innovative services. Our multi-faceted network of health, education and human service programs give individuals and families the tools needed to establish a strong educational foundation, overcome complex and critical problems, carry on healthy productive lives and achieve personal improvement.
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On September 15, actress and best-selling author Jenny Mollen headlined the Center for HOPE's Annual Luncheon. Renowned interior designer Amanda Lindroth also received the Spirit of Resiliency Award. The event celebrated the Center for HOPE's 40th anniversary and raised more than $160,000. Many thanks to our co-chairs, Bri Hart, Jen Hyde and Abby Ritman.
At its 131st Annual Meeting, Family Centers’ Board of Trustees elected Kate Clark to the position of Board Chair. Jen Hyde was also elected as a trustee. Kate joined the Board of Directors in 2015 and succeeds Nancy Casserley. Jen currently serves as Greenwich Academy’s Parent Association President. In September, she co-chaired the Center for HOPE’s Annual Luncheon.
Family Centers recently honored two volunteers whose contributions improved the lives of thousands of children and families across Fairfield County. Longtime Family Centers Board member Kim Kispert was presented with the 2022 Helen Gratz Rockefeller Outstanding Volunteerism Award. Alley Michaelson, Principal of New Lebanon Elementary School, was named the 2022 Family Champion.
All gifts made to Family Centers are 100% tax deductible and directly assist local children, families and individuals.
More than 1,200 volunteers give of their time and talent each year to support Family Centers’ mission. Join us to make a huge impact!
Be a part of something great! By working at Family Centers, you not only further your career… You’re strengthening the community!
