Community Access

Christina Walton, Executive Director of the Seymour Oxford Food Bank, joins us live from the Travelers Championship. The food bank, located in the lower level of the Seymour Community Center, offers in-store shopping for families in need with a simple intake process and income-based guidelines.

Kevin Ramsdell, Executive Director, and Sabra Ramsdell, Chief of Staff at the Springfield Rescue Mission, join us live from the Travelers Championship. The organization offers a men's residential rehabilitation program that supports recovery from addiction, including alcohol, drugs, and gambling, while also addressing education, job readiness, and spiritual growth.

Lee-Anne Gilchrist, CEO of the Golf Performance Academy and the USA Junior Golf Federation, joins us live from the Travelers Championship. Both organizations are dedicated to junior golf development, helping young athletes from around the world pursue their dreams on and off the course. 

Deb Bibbins, founder, and Gary Sekorski, co-founder of For All Ages, join us live from the Travelers Championship. Founded in 2019, the nonprofit is dedicated to ending loneliness by connecting generations through meaningful programs.

Anthony Byers, Executive Director of Hartford Youth Scholars, joins us live from the Travelers Championship. Hartford Youth Scholars is a college access and success program that has been serving Hartford students for 20 years. Their mission is to help students from Hartford not only get into college, but graduate and go on to thrive in their careers.

Megan Altomare, CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Milford, joins us live from the Travelers Championship . She shares how the organization provides a safe, welcoming space for all school-aged children, whether they live in Milford or a nearby community.

Steve Morris, Executive Director of Literacy Volunteers of Greater Hartford, joins us live from the Travelers Championship. He shares how the Hartford-based nonprofit is changing lives by helping adults improve their literacy skills and build confidence through education, job training, and community support.

Cynthia Bidorini, Executive Director of the Brain Injury Alliance of Connecticut, joins us live from the Travelers Championship to spotlight the organization’s mission and their first year participating in Birdies for Charity.

Lori Blackburn, Community Outreach and Development Coordinator, and Executive Director Nadine Thomas of The Underground New England joins us live from the Travelers Championship to highlight their mission to support survivors of human trafficking.

Cody Foss, Executive Director of KindWorks, joins us live from the Travelers Championship to share the mission behind the nonprofit’s creative and compassionate work. 

Tom Danyliw, President of the Cromwell Childrens Coalition, joins us live from the Travelers Championship to share how the group began and its mission to anonymously help children in need.

Terry Grady, Development Officer for Capital for Change, joins us live from the Travelers Championship to share how the organization supports underserved communities across Connecticut.

Shannon Baldassario, Executive Director of MACC Charities, joins us live from the Travelers Championship to talk about the organization’s mission to meet emergency needs and break the cycles of poverty in the Greater Manchester area.

Dino Varelli, founder and CEO of Project Purple, and Daniela Jacobsen, community events manager, joins us live from the Travelers Championship to share the story behind the nonprofit and its mission to fight pancreatic cancer.

Shelly Whitlock-Pope, executive director of Shepard Meadows Equestrian Center, joins us live from The Travelers Championship to share their mission and highlight their annual event!

The Enfield 4th of July Town Celebration is  celebrating 40 years. We spoke with Izzy Post Ruhland, Marketing Director and Committee Member about what is taking place to commemorate the event.  

We spoke with CEO Nikki Maloid, Plymouth Glass and Mirror talks about their event coming up on June 21st.  Connecticut's Glass Experts | Plymouth Glass & Mirror

We spoke with Dee Doolittle Founder/Executive Director of Mitchell Farm Equine Retirement, Inc. talks about how the organization provides a safe and comfortable retirement alternative for aged and infirm horses to live out their lives and to offer educational opportunities on equine welfare.

We spoke with Dr. Abbas Mohammadi, Founder and Clinical Director of Columbia Dental about extractions, dental implants and what's new in orthodontic technology.

We spoke with Christian Marshall-Jones, Marketing and Communications Coordinator from the Connecticut Humane Society about the adoptable pet of the week.

We spoke with Superintendent of Parks and Recreation Town of Newington Bill DeMaio about the two events happening...the "Newington Goes Country" and "Food Truck Friday."

We spoke with President and CEO Nick Caplanson, Executive VP and Chief Operating Officer Nick Statoulas, VP and Residential Loan Officer Bill Anderson about how they are involved in the community and assisting their customers in the current home buying market.

We spoke with Board Chairman Matt Heller about Friends of Feeney being committed to supporting children and families facing hardship after heartbreak and tragedy. Founded by local teacher Eric Feeney, the organization provides direct financial assistance and connects families with community resources to foster hope and healing during life’s most challenging moments.

We spoke with Director of Development Summer Sivetz about Chrysalis Center helping individuals living below the poverty level and struggling with food insecurity, dealing with substance abuse, HIV/AIDS, and release from incarceration and homelessness. Our services have grown beyond community support services and case management to include community employment services, community supportive housing...

We spoke with Publicity Chair Katie Daigle about Cromwell Creative District, encompassing the area from Riverfront to Downtown Main Street, promotes economic vitality by celebrating our vibrant history, bolstering our current resources and revealing opportunities for future growth through creative programs, tours, and special events.