Chrysalis Center's mission is to provide supportive services to assist people in need to transform their lives.
Getting Help...Getting Better... Giving Back.
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W I N T E R 2021
As the first snowflakes fell to the ground this past weekend, we are reminded again that winter is here and not everyone will be warm during these cold months.
There are many who will go without the most basic needs, like a warm bed to sleep in, clean water, and fresh food to eat, as well as, a stable income to help provide for their family.
That is why Chrysalis Center is here … to provide a helping hand and critical support to those who need it most. But we could not do this important work without YOU, our amazing VOLUNTEERS, who continue to show up and help our clients in so many ways. During these challenging two years, each one of you has made an amazing difference and helped in the lives of others.
“Snowflakes are one of nature’s most fragile things, but
just look what they can do when stick together.”
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INDIVIDUAL SPOTLIGHT:
MEET CAROL!
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Since 2011, Carol Larco-Muryzn has been a familiar face Chrysalis Center! A longtime volunteer and Board Member, Carol is a wonderful supporter who has stepped up to help our clients in so many ways throughout the years. In addition to being a member of the Board of Directors, Carol has been a Freshplace volunteer helping to create resumes for clients when they came in for appointments and helping to co-shop when they come in for food.
Last year, Carol created our new Volunteer Employment Support Program or VESP - to help support clients in their employment goals. The program, which was temporarily suspended due to the pandemic, includes practicing interviewing skills, such as mock interviews, to help increase the likelihood that job seekers will be successful in actual interviews and secure employment. Carol developed the curriculum, and we can’t wait to reinstate the program!
In addition to Carol’s kindness and donation of time, she has also been a longtime generous supporter of the organization. She has been a member of Butterfly Bash’s Honorary Committee. The Bash is the signature fundraiser for Chrysalis Center and helps raises critical funding for the organization. This past year, through Carol’s extreme generosity, she helped us reach our goal of raising $150,000 at the Bash.
"I love the Chrysalis model of a hand up not a hand out. I know when I give money and time I am collaborating with clients and staff to improve lives and the community," said Carol.
Thank you Carol for your big heart and amazing support! We are very lucky to have you as a part of the Chrysalis family!
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Throughout the year they have been constant supporters of Chrysalis Center. From putting together countless Birthday Bags, Toiletry Kits and Craft Bags for our clients, they have made a difference in the lives of our clients!
This past Thanksgiving season, they hosted a Food Collection Drive to help provide food for our Freshplace clients and families. From the beautifully decorated food bags to the surprise Stop & Shop Pea Pod delivery, they found ways to help provide a happier Thanksgiving for so many!
THANK YOU Arch Insurance Group for your wonderful kindness! We are grateful for your friendship and support!
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Freshplace Food Pantry
Thursday Shift
9:30am - 12:30pm
We are currently looking for an individual to help in Freshplace,
our onsite fresh food pantry, which provides nutritious food and
case management services to individuals and families living in the poorest neighborhoods in Hartford.
A volunteer is needed for our Thursday shift (9:30am-12:30pm)
every other week. Volunteers must be 18 or older,
able to lift at least 30 pounds and fully vaccinated.
Responsibilities include:
- Unloading and sorting donated food
- Organizing pantry shelves
- Assisting with pre-weekend clean-up
Where: Freshplace, Chrysalis Center, 255 Homestead Ave, Hartford.
Host A Collection Drive
Anytime!
Chrysalis Center serves more than 1,450 individuals and families annually. There are times clients have situations where they may need additional assistance with basic needs not covered by monthly entitlements, such as laundry detergent, soap, toilet paper, oral care, and household cleaners.
These everyday essentials are critical to the vulnerable populations Chrysalis Center serves. An “Essential Needs” Amazon Wishlist has been created
makes it easy for the community to help!
Visit our website, chrysaliscenterct.org/give/non-monetary-gifts to view the “Essential Needs” Wishlist and help make a difference today! * At Amazon check-out select, “Chrysalis Center Gift Registry Address” as the preferred shipping address. (255 Homestead Ave., Hartford, CT 06132)
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** To learn more about these opportunities or to sign up please email Sarah **
As a reminder, garden volunteers must be at least 16 years old
and Freshplace volunteers must be 18 years of age or over.
All volunteers must be fully vaccinated for onsite opportunities.
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Questions? Contact Sarah Mitchell at (860) 263-4418
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Upcoming Events & Ways to Support Chrysalis Center
Jingle Bell Bingo & Drag Show
Thursday, December 9, 2021 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Chrysalis Center Training & Conference Center (TCC)
255 Homestead Avenue, Hartford, CT
Join the de Luxe Sisters for an evening of friends, fun and prizes!
Tickets are $30 per person and includes one drink ticket. Tickets on sale now.
Stop & Shop Tag Program
We’re excited to share that ALL Stop & Shop stores are now
offering the Giving Tag Program! Every time a shopper buys
the $2.50 reusable Community Bag at any Stop & Shop store, they can
direct a $1 donation to Chrysalis Center by using the attached Giving Tag. CLICK HERE Watch this short video to see how EASY
it is to support Chrysalis!
Amazon Smile Benefits Chrysalis Center
will donate .5% of your purchase to Chrysalis Center!
Simply join AmazonSmile and select Chrysalis Center as your favorite organization and .5% of all eligible purchase made year round through smile.amazon.com will be donated - no fees, no extra cost.
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About Chrysalis Center
Chrysalis Center is a private, non-profit, socially innovative, multiservice organization that serves individuals and their families living in the State of Connecticut. Chrysalis Center helps those living in poverty, Veterans, men, women, children, and young adults who are struggling with mental health, addiction, HIV/AIDS, homelessness, and those returning from incarceration.
Find more information about how Chrysalis Center provides supportive services to assist people in need to transform their lives at: Chrysalis Center.
Getting help…Getting better…Giving back.
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