Mail Carriers “Stamp Out Hunger” Food Drive
On Saturday, May 10, your mail carrier will pick up donations left by your mailbox, during their regular route. All donations will benefit SCA’s Food Pantry. We are most in need of paper goods, hygiene products, and snack items. Thank you, Suffield!
Meals on Wheels: SCA is actively enrolling new participants in Meals on Wheels. Recipients must be at least 60 years of age and be considered homebound to qualify. SCA volunteers deliver the meals that are prepared off-site by the Community Renewal Team (CRT) in Hartford. Participation is free although donations for the meals can be made to CRT.
Two SCA Scholarship/Award Applications still open until May 5:
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 maryc@suffieldcommunityaid.org. The deadline to apply is Monday May 5, by midnight.
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, two or four-year college, or other identified job readiness program. Applicants are required to submit a 250-word (max.) essay supporting their selection to SCA or by email at maryc@suffieldcommunityaid.org. The deadline to apply is Monday, May 5, by midnight.
Seasonal Programs:
Renter’s Rebate Program for Elderly or Disabled Residents: The State provides a reimbursement program for renters who are elderly or disabled, and whose incomes do not exceed certain limits. SCA is now taking applications!
Does Your Child Want to Attend Camp but Costs are TOO High?: Summer is right around the corner! SCA has funding available to subsidize camp costs for eligible Suffield youth who wish to attend Suffield Parks & Rec. and other camp programs.
Important May Dates:
- May 13 and May 27: SCA sponsors blood pressure screenings at the Senior Center from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
- May 16: Social Services Consultations with Lauren Marino, LMSW at Kent Memorial Library (register on KML’s website).
- May 13: Parkinsons Peer Support Group from 11 a.m. -12 p.m. at SCA. Call SCA to register.
- May 27: Alzheimers Caregiver Support Group and Memory Café from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. at SCA. Call SCA to register.
Food Support For the Suffield Community
Suffield Community Aid
450 South St – Monday-Friday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Meals on Wheels / Food Pantry
Outdoor 24hr/7day Food Cabinet
suffieldcommunityaid.org (860) 668-1986
MaryC@suffieldcommunityaid.org
Requirements: Suffield Resident, Income documentation
Food Pantry by Appointment
No financial requirements for Meals on Wheels
No requirements for Outdoor Food Cabinet
Foodshare Mobile Food Truck (Suffield Site)
1408 Mountain Rd (W. Suffield Congregational Church)
(860) 668-2271 – Every other Tuesday 1:15 – 1:45 p.m.
CTFoodshare.org for schedule
Requirements: Connecticut Residents Only
Suffield Senior Center
145 Bridge St.
$5 Lunch Tuesday / Wednesday / Thursday 12 p.m.
Suffieldct.gov / (860) 668-3862
pleclerc@suffieldct.gov
Requirements: Reservations – (860) 668-8830
First Church of Christ
81 High St. Outdoor 24 hr/7 day Food Cabinet
(860) 668-7223
No Requirements