What SCA is Spotlighting this Month:
Spring/Easter Basket Program:
Thanks to the generosity of our local Girl Scout Troops and community partners, SCA will have spring baskets with toys, candy, and goodies available for eligible Suffield families. Please call SCA if you’re interested (860) 668-1986.
McAlister staff members dropping off boxes and bags FULL from their Souper Bowl Challenge. What a huge help this was for our Food Pantry!
Camp Scholarships Available to Suffield Youth!
SCA has funding available to subsidize participation for eligible Suffield children and youth attending Suffield Park & Rec. and other camp programs. For more information or to apply, give us a call or visit our website:suffieldcommunityaid.org
Bereavement Group Coming to SCA in April
If you or someone you know has experienced a recent death of someone dear, please call SCA for more details about our upcoming group.
James F. Coggins, Jr. Community Service Award- Open to Applicants!
In memory of our late volunteer and Board member, James F. Coggins, Jr., Suffield Community Aid (SCA) offers a $1,500 award to a graduating Suffield high school senior who demonstrates selflessness, generosity, and concern for the Suffield community through their volunteer activities. Jim was highly engaged and passionate about the Suffield community and neighboring towns. Applicants for this award must live in Suffield but do not need to attend Suffield High School for consideration (e.g., may attend Suffield Academy, Loomis Chaffee, etc.). Applicants are required to submit a 500-word (max.) essay supporting their selection to SCA at 450 South St. Suffield, CT 06078 or by email at daniellea@suffieldcommunityaid.org. The deadline to apply is: Monday, May 6th by midnight.
Jane Purtill Fuller Scholarship for Nursing or Social Service Candidates
To recognize the many contributions of our past employee and long-time supporter of Suffield Community Aid, the Board of Directors dedicates an annual needs-based scholarship in memory of Jane Purtill Fuller. This $1,500 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating Suffield high school senior pursuing a nursing or social service field of study (e.g., social work, psychology, criminal justice, counseling, etc.). Applicants must live in Suffield but do not need to attend Suffield High School for consideration (e.g., may attend Suffield Academy, Loomis Chaffee, Northwest Catholic High School, etc.). Applicants wishing to apply are encouraged to complete the common application at Suffield High School or call SCA at (860) 668-1986.
Kathy Ostrowski Memorial Nursing Scholarship
Kathy Ostrowski was a beloved Suffield resident and former SCA Board member who had a passion for helping others within and beyond her commitment as a nurse. Since 2022, SCA awards a $1,500 needs-based scholarship to a Suffield graduating senior, in pursuit of a nursing degree. Seniors who do not reside in Suffield but attend high school in Suffield will be considered (e.g., VoAg Program at SHS, Suffield Academy, etc.). Applicants wishing to apply are encouraged to complete the common application at Suffield High School or call SCA at (860) 668-1986.
Suffield Community Aid “Forward Focus” Scholarship
Created in 2024, the SCA Board of Directors established this $1,500 scholarship to offer graduating Suffield High School seniors financial support as they pursue job and educational goals post-graduation. Applicants must live in Suffield but do not need to attend Suffield High School for consideration (e.g., may attend Suffield Academy, Loomis Chaffee, etc.). This needs-based scholarship is offered to seniors who have committed to a trade or vocational school, 2-or-4 year college, or other identified job readiness program. Applicants are required to submit a 250-word (maimrm.) essay supporting their selection to SCA at 450 South St. Suffield, CT 06078 or by email at daniellea@suffieldcommunityaid.org. The deadline to apply is: Monday, May 6 by midnight.
Some Ongoing Programs and Updates:
- SCA is still accepting applications for the State of CT’s Energy Assistance Program.
- SCA sponsors blood pressure screenings on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month, from 11-12, at the Suffield Senior Center.
- March 12: Parkinsons Peer Support Group from 11-12 at SCA. Call SCA to register.
- March 21: Social Services Consultations at KML (register on KML’s website)
- March 26: Memory Café at Suffield Senior Center from 11-12. Call SCA to register.