The Community Dining Room is proud to launch “ Kindness Campaign in Memory of Anthony,” a month-long giving campaign dedicated to honoring Anthony’s spirit of generosity, compassion, and community connection.

As we approach the one-year anniversary of the loss of Anthony in our community, we reflect on the impact he had on those around him and the joy he brought to CDR’s Summer Meal Program each year. Anthony loved being part of the friendships, shared meals, and welcoming environment that brought people together through kindness and care. This campaign was created to ensure that his legacy continues to live on through service, compassion, and community support.

Throughout the month, supporters are invited to give in Anthony’s memory while helping ensure that our neighbors have access to meals, connection, and support during the summer months. Every donation made through this campaign will directly support CDR’s 9-week Summer Meal Program, helping provide nourishing meals and enrichment activities for children, families, and individuals who rely on our services throughout the summer.

As part of this initiative, our Branford and East Haven meal sites will host interactive Kindness Boards where participants, volunteers, and community members can share what kindness means to them. These reflections will serve as a living tribute to Anthony and a reminder of the impact compassion can have within a community.

This campaign is rooted in a simple but powerful belief: small acts of kindness can create lasting impact. Through generosity, shared reflection, and community support, we can continue Anthony’s legacy by ensuring others experience the same sense of belonging, dignity, and care that meant so much to him.

Together, we can honor Anthony’s memory by turning kindness into action and ensuring that his spirit continues to live on in every shared meal, every caring gesture, and every life touched through this program.

Warmly,

Judith Bishop, MPA

Executive Director

Community Dining Room, Inc.

30 Harrison Avenue

Branford, CT 06405

203-488-9750 ext. 4

www.communitydiningroom.org

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