Making a Difference in the Fairfield County Community
We assist families in need, veterans and other charitable organizations of Fairfield County with things not limited to: Music Therapy Classes, Food, Consulting, and more. Our mission is to make a difference in the lives of families and service members of this community that will last a lifetime.
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What Does The Building Hope Foundation Offer Its Donors?
As a 501 C-3 corporation, your donations are 100% tax deductible.
A way to show that you care about your community and your industry.
Builder Care Awards: Presented each year at the Building Hope "Celebration of Hope" Gala to acknowledge dedication
Programs
CT Senator Richard Blumenthal Honors Andrew LaSala & Mary Boudreau of the Building Hope Foundation
How We Help the Community
Building Hope Foundation projects range from Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drives, assisting kids in crisis, supplying meals, and more. Learn more about our programs and see who we help.
Service Awards
Each year at the Annual Building Hope Celebration of Hope Gala, The Building Hope Foundation recognizes those involved in community and charitable projects.
We appreciate the commitment of these Award Winners.
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You Can Make a Difference!
In a day and age where time is a precious commodity, it's important to find the right words to thank our volunteers who take time from their busy lives to help out. Volunteering takes time and energy and we appreciate your time to help us! You can help us make a difference. Click below to start the process.
Updates
Nonprofit Celebrates 20th Anniversary with Annual Fundraiser in Darien, CT
News 12’s Frank Recchia hosted the Building Hope Foundation's 20th anniversary celebration.
Hundreds turned out to support the charity, which helps veterans, law enforcement, those in the building industry, and their families.
The group also helps people with autism through music therapy.
20th Anniversary Awards Gala & Silent Auction, May 4, 2024
SAVE TE DATE - and - Happy Spring! Our 2024 fundraising Gala is Saturday May 4, at The Water’s Edge at Giovanni’s in Darien, CT, 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM. We are proud to be celebrating 20 years of continuing our mission to make a difference in the lives of children and veterans here in Fairfield County, CT. There will be amazing food, drink, silent auction, and two live bands of talented musicians; it is sure to be a great party. To reserve a table or seat, or make a contribution to the raffle and auction, or become a sponsor; please contact angela@buildinghopefoundation.org. The dollars we raise help those right here in Fairfield County. Our board is 100% volunteer; we are committed to putting the money we raise to work helping our neighbors. Together we can build hope and change lives.
Marine Corps League Works with Local Church for Holiday Toy Drive Delivery
Thank you News 12 Connecticut and Frank Recchia for featuring this event (Watch the video HERE).
Volunteers of the Building Hope Foundation Inc. working in conjunction with the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation of Fairfield County, CT delivering thousands of toys to Blessed Sacrament R C Church for our eleventh year of distribution to the area's children.
Building Hope Foundation Holds Thanksgiving Celebration for People With Special Needs
The Building Hope Foundation held a Thanksgiving for people with special needs. The Foundation brought kids and adults with special needs together with music therapist Megan Kellog and musician Ray Simonelli to celebrate at Disability Resource Network in Bridgeport, CT. Watch the video on the News 12 Connecticut website.
Young People with Autism Learn Coping Skills Through Music Therapy
This Mother’s Day, those who are a part of the Connecticut-based Disability Resource Network are making their moms proud by learning through the science of music therapy how be better listeners, communicators and calmer people. Learn more and watch the video on the News 12 website.
Scholarships for Children of First Responders and Military Personnel
The Building Hope Foundation announced that it will offer two college scholarships to the kids of military personnel, first responders and those working in the home-building industry.
The Foundation is encouraging young people to aim high and achieve their dreams. Click on the red/white button on the left to watch the video.
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