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Grace Farms Foundation is confronting some of the most pressing humanitarian issues of our time, many of which have become more acute since the COVID-19 crisis. Launched in March 2020 for direct personal protective equipment (PPE) donations and food relief, the Relief Fund for Connecticut is filling gaps through collaboration and a network of partnerships.
On July 19, 2021, Governor Ned Lamont signed an important bill at Grace Farms that will help the State of Connecticut be better prepared for future crises.
A landmark public-private partnership between Grace Farms and the State was established during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Led by Sharon Prince, our CEO and Founder, the Grace Farms Relief Fund for Connecticut worked to supply and deliver more than 2 Million PPE to frontline healthcare workers and first responders.
“Together, we were able to leverage expertise and work as one team across the government and in partnership with the private sector, to help keep our doctors, nurses and our brave first responders safe,” said Prince.
The bill, Public Act No. 21-76. An Act Concerning the Modernization of State Services, promotes and puts a premium on fairness at every step of the procurement process, tightening important ethics rules and controls, and creates a framework for solving pressing problems.
“I can’t stress enough the importance of this shipment to our members. Many have died and will die for lack of PPE. It is heartening to know that there are people and organizations who understand the stakes and act accordingly.”
Stephen Magro, PPE recipient
2 M
PPE, including N95 masks, surgical and disposable masks, coveralls, face shields, gloves, caps and goggles distributed to healthcare heroes, first responders, and essential workers.
288 K
pounds of healthy meals and pantry staples provided to those in need, increasing food security for our state's most vulnerable, including those experiencing homelessness, and elderly, refugee, and migrant populations.
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Connecticut partner organizations engaged in the Relief Fund for Connecticut, including 12 partner agencies for food relief, and 52 partners in 24 towns across the state for PPE relief efforts.
