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Council reports $52,250 raised for Chester Community Fund; food pantry full and diaper donations distributed
Summary
The council reported fundraising for the Chester Community Fund is paused at $52,250; members said the local food pantry is full and being utilized. Susan Wright described participating in Bare Necessities, a Madison, CT diaper pickup program that delivers baby and adult diapers to Chester and Centerbrook.
During the June 1 meeting, the Ad Hoc Citizens Liaison Council reported that fundraising for the Chester Community Fund is currently paused, with $52,250 raised to date. Members noted the local food pantry is full and that donated food is being used by residents.
Council member Susan Wright described her involvement with Bare Necessities, a diaper pick-up program based in Madison, Connecticut. Wright said the program collects donated baby and adult diapers at multiple pickup locations; she picks up donations and delivers them to Chester and Centerbrook to support local families.
The council did not take formal votes on fundraising strategy or diaper distribution at this meeting; members recorded the updates and will continue program work and outreach in coming meetings.
