For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven: (Ecclesiastes 3:1)
Here at Cornerstone, the time has come to make some changes in how we look at our long-term survival. While our donors are some of the...
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Alexis Flint
- Aug 21
- 3 min
Nourishing Communities: A Visit to Midwest Food Bank
In Manchester, Connecticut, lies a beacon of hope and generosity - Midwest Food Bank. Recently, Pat Kupec, Cornerstone's Community...
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Christine Filanowicz
- Aug 20
- 2 min
A Helping Hand
Recently, we had a mom who had been having some rough times come by and ask for help from the Cornerstone’s Clothing Bank Etc. She had...
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Pat Kupec
- Aug 17
- 1 min
Be Our Guest
In July, the Community Kitchen began to eliminate serving meals “to go”. Although we recognize the value of serving the community thru...
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Lee Hay
- Aug 16
- 1 min
THE FOOD CUPBOARD: HOW FAR WE HAVE COME!
On September 6, 2016, The Cornerstone Food Cupboard opened for the first time. That first day we provided food assistance to 27...
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Alexis Flint
- Aug 14
- 3 min
A Heartfelt Thank You to Midwest Food Bank: A Tale of Community Support
In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, we often forget the immense power of community and partnership. But when challenges arise,...
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Alexis Flint
- Aug 14
- 3 min
Embracing the Journey Ahead: A New Chapter as Programs and Operations Director at Cornerstone
Dear Cornerstone Community, I am truly honored and humbled to step into the role of Programs and Operations Director at Cornerstone. My...
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Alexis Flint
- Aug 8
- 1 min
Celebrating a Milestone with Shaping Soles: One Step at a Time
In a world where kindness and compassion often shine as beacons of hope, it's truly heartwarming to witness organizations that go above...
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Alexis Flint
- Aug 8
- 1 min
Celebrating Generosity: Lighting up Cornerstone's Homeless Shelters
Let's shine a spotlight on Kathryn Rizzo, a true embodiment of generosity, whose recent contributions have illuminated the lives of...
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Alexis Flint
- Aug 7
- 2 min
A Heartfelt Connection: Keith Gauvin and KG Roofing's Generous Gesture at Cornerstone
In a heartwarming display of community support, Keith Gauvin, owner of KG Roofing in Ellington, brought not only a generous donation to...
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Christine Filanowicz
- Jul 25
- 2 min
This is Why
The Clothing Bank received a call from a client, Yvone, who knew of an older gentleman in need of help. His name is Leon and he is 79...
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Sharon Redfern
- Jul 19
- 1 min
National Night Out is August 1st!
Every year in August, Vernon participates in a nation wide event called National Night Out. This year NNO will be held on August 1, 2023...
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Pat Kupec
- Jul 19
- 1 min
Community Kitchen Receives over 23,000 lbs of Food in June!
The month of June was another busy one for us at the Community Kitchen. We received over 16,000 lbs of food from Foodshare, over 7,000...
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Lee Hay
- Jul 18
- 2 min
The Need is Greater Than You Think
The increasing need for food assistance is clearly the result of our challenging economy. This challenge confronts hundreds of our...
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Sharon Redfern
- Jun 29
- 1 min
We are entering the hazy, lazy, crazy days of summer
As Nat King Cole sang, we are entering the hazy, lazy, crazy days of summer. For most of us that means vacations, family trips, or a...
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Lee Hay
- Jun 22
- 1 min
Who's Hungry?
According to Feeding America, 9.4% of Tolland county residents are struggling with hunger insecurity in 2023. In the U.S., in 2022, 72%...
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Pat Kupec
- Jun 20
- 1 min
Giving Back
Just a few months ago, Claudette was a short-term resident of one of our shelters. Life situations can put any of us in need of help at...
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Alexis Flint
- Jun 4
- 1 min
CT Valley Orthodontics Hosts Drive for Cornerstone
Dr. Daniels of CT Valley Orthodontics and his team hosted a Paper Supplies Drive for Cornerstone's Homeless Shelters in honor of Bryan...
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Christine Filanowicz
- May 31
- 2 min
Cornerstone's Clothing Bank Helps Support Our Young People
Cornerstone's Clothing Bank was honored to have Mikaylin Foster, Miss Greater Rockville teen and Alexis Hayes, Miss Tolland County teen...
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Sharon Redfern
- May 25
- 2 min
Saying Goodbye to a Friend
Cornerstone recently suffered a tremendous loss with the death of our friend and coworker, Bryan Flint, Sr. Bryan had worked here for...
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