NAFI Connecticut, Inc.

🎉We are thrilled to celebrate Abby Okarmus!
Abby has received the inaugural LDB Impact Award from the NAFI Tri-State Alliance - a well-deserved honor recognizing her outstanding leadership, dedication, and positive influence in our community.

Read more about her inspiring journey and what this award signifies:
👉 https://www.nafict.org/news/nafi-tri-state-honors-abby-okarmus-with-inaugural-ldb-impact-award/

Congrats, Abby - your impact shines bright! 🌟

NAFI CT/NY/RI Honors Abby Okarmus with Inaugural LDB Impact Award Hartford, CT - July 14, 2025— NAFI CT/NY/RI is delighted to announce Abby Okarmus as the recipient of the inaugural LDB Tri-State Impact Award,…

This weekend our team was back at Dunkin' Park (again!) — this time for the 10th Annual Hartford Latino Fest! 🎉🇵🇷🇲🇽

This incredible event brought thousands together to celebrate Latino culture, music, food, and community pride. Our team had a great time connecting with attendees, sharing information about our programs and services, and enjoying the energy and spirit of the day.

Thanks to Hartford Latino Fest for hosting such a vibrant celebration - we’re already looking forward to next year!

📣 Calling all runners, walkers, and supporters! 🏃‍♀️ Our 3rd Annual Run4TheKidz 5K is happening Sunday, September 7th in Bristol, RI — and we want YOU to join us on race day!

🎽 Bonus: The first 100 people to register will get a FREE event t-shirt, so don’t wait!

Every step you take helps fund programs that support children and families, from foster care and behavioral health to education and enrichment.

📍 Vigilant Brewing, Bristol, RI
🕗 Registration starts at 8AM. Race begins at 9!

👉 Scan the QR code on the flyer below to register and secure your spot!
Let’s run for brighter futures, together. 💙

🎉 We had a great time last week at the Hartford Yard Goats Dunkin’ Dugout.

NAFI CT was honored to be the Nonprofit of the Day, and it was a joy to be part of the celebration of Venezuelan heritage.

The energy, culture, and community spirit made the night truly special. Events like these remind us how important connection and inclusion are in the work we do every day.

Thank you to Hartford Yard Goats Baseball for the opportunity to celebrate with such an amazing crowd and for shining a light on the impact of local nonprofits.

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After more than 30 years of dedicated service to the NAFI CT/NY/RI community, we bid a heartfelt farewell to Lynn Bishop as she steps into her new role as Chief Operating Officer of NAFI/NFI.

Lynn's legacy is one of bold leadership, deep connection, and transformative impact. From her earliest days with NAFI to her years as Executive Director of our Tri-State region, she has led with vision, strength, and heart - leaving behind a team and a culture that will carry her influence forward for years to come.

To honor her extraordinary legacy, we’re proud to announce the creation of the LDB Tri-State Impact Award, which will be given annually to a leader who embodies the spirit and values Lynn brought to our work every day.

💙 Learn more about Lynn’s legacy - and how we’ll continue to celebrate it moving forward at the link below.

NAFI CT/NY/RI Establishes the Lynn Douglas Bishop Tri-State Impact Award to Honor Visionary Leadership and Lasting Legacy HARTFORD, CONNECTICUT - June 30, 2025 NAFI CT/NY/RI is proud to announce the creation of the Lynn Douglas Bishop (LDB) Tri-State Impact Award, honoring…

🎉 That’s a wrap on Birdies for Charity! 🎉

Huge thanks to everyone who donated, shared, or cheered us on during this campaign. Your support means the world to us—and even more to the individuals and families we serve every day.

We’re so grateful to everyone who took a moment to give or spread the word. Every bit of support helps us keep moving our mission forward.

Because of YOU, we’re closing out this campaign feeling proud, energized, and deeply thankful. 💙

🏁 Ready, Set, Make a Difference! 🏁

Join us for the 3rd Annual Run 4 The Kidz 5K at Vigilant Brewing in Bristol, RI, on Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025!

🎽 What to Expect:
• Race kicks off at 9 AM | Bib pick-up starts at 8 AM
• Kids 12 & under run FREE!
• Enjoy a refreshing post-race drink (on us!)
• Celebrate with live music, delicious food, and exciting raffles after the run!

This isn’t just a race—it’s a chance to come together and support programs that uplift children and families in Rhode Island. 💙

📲 Sign up today by scanning the QR code on the flyer below.

Let’s hit the pavement for a great cause and make this our best year yet!

Final Day! 🏁

Reason to Give: Help Us Cross the Finish Line!

This is your last chance to support Birdies for Charity and make a lasting impact! Your donation today helps empower lives and strengthen communities.

But this isn’t the end of the road—our 5k fundraiser is coming up soon! 🏃‍♀️ Another chance to make a difference is just around the corner.

📌 Find the donation link in our featured post, and stay tuned for updates on the 5k!

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Reason to Give: Building Futures Together

Every gift is an investment in brighter tomorrows. From safe housing to education and wellness, your support creates lasting change for youth, families, and communities.

📌 Scroll up to our featured post to find the link to donate and make a difference today!

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Reason to Give: Our Commitment to Wellness

NAFI is dedicated to a holistic approach, treating the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Your support helps fund vital programs that promote health, resilience, and healing.

📌 Scroll up to our featured post to find the link to donate and make a difference today!

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Reason to Give: Our Dedicated Staff

NAFI’s incredible team of passionate and skilled professionals makes everything we do possible. Your support ensures they have the resources and tools needed to continue transforming lives.

📌 Scroll up to our featured post to find the link to donate and make a difference today!