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Near and Far Aid 2022 Gala: The Silent Auction is Open and Here’s a Glimpse Behind the Scenes!

Greetings!

You are invited to partner with Near & Far Aid as we celebrate our 26th Gala on May 6, 2022 (TONIGHT!) at Mitchells of Westport. The annual Gala is our largest fundraising event and attracts wide-ranging support from many stake holders in our community Your support through auction purchasing makes it possible for us to fundraise with outstanding results. Merchants, both near and far, have played a critical role by donating to our auction which has a reputation for offering a well-curated catalog of highly desirable experiences and impossible to get items.  

THE SILENT AUCTION IS OPEN! Here’s the link to browse!

Last night, volunteers came together again to help with the auction set-up while professional teams worked to creatively transform our local Mitchells store into a glorious Gala setting on the French Riviera for the guests tonight. Here is a glimpse behind the scenes.

Near and Far Aid is an all-volunteer fundraising and fund-granting organization dedicated to eliminating the causes and effects of poverty in Fairfield County, Connecticut.  We accomplish our mission by finding and funding programs that provide life’s most basic necessities, as well as those that seek to achieve lasting change.  Our history of funding spans 68 years and since the year 2000 we have granted more than $19 million to community programs that work to support and create opportunities for underserved individuals and families in our community.  For more information on the work we do and our events, please visit www.NEARANDFARAID.org.  

Near and Far Aid is grateful for your participation in their efforts and are proud to partner with you to target poverty and change lives in Fairfield County.

Warmest Regards,

Linda Raymond, Volunteer

Near & Far Aid is a registered 501c(3) non-profit organization, Federal Tax ID #23-7036523.

Please send a note below or call me if you have questions or would like to contribute.


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IT’S GOOD NEWS MONDAY! -January 10, 2022

Hi, IT’S GOOD NEWS MONDAY, and I’m sharing some good news and optimism with you!

Please enjoy, and feel free to share any good news or inspiration you may have, no matter how big or small, in the comments below. “A rising tide floats all ships!” ☀️☀️– Have you ever seen an amazing Sun Fish?

If not, today’s your lucky day! https://cbsloc.al/3nwxzeT– The Dream Machine Foundation, a non-profit, came across a chef who lost his job during the pandemic and became homeless.

They did an amazing thing to turn his luck around. https://bit.ly/3Gb80Hb– Fairfield’s Circle Diner Improved their energy efficiency and dining ambiance. Check out how they did it, and stop by for a great meal! https://bit.ly/32Vws1f

Twelve homes sold last week in Fairfield and Westport, meaning that 24 happy parties successfully made their moves. Plus there are currently 164 active listings, 28 of which are new, giving more people the chance to get into their dream home!#Itsgoodnewsmonday#LindaRaymondRealtor#GoodNews#Optimism#PositiveEnergyLindaRaymondRealEstate.com


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Near and Far Aid 2022 Fundraising Gala at Mitchells of Westport

NOTE: The silent auction is open!

Dear Friend,

We invite you to partner with Near & Far Aid as we celebrate our 26th Gala on May 6, 2022, at Mitchells of Westport. The annual Gala is our largest fundraising event and attracts wide-ranging support from many stake holders in our community Your support through auction contributions makes it possible for us to fundraise with outstanding results. Merchants, both near and far, play a critical role in our auction which has a reputation for offering a well-curated catalog of highly desirable experiences and impossible to get items.  

Near and Far Aid is an all-volunteer fundraising and fund-granting organization dedicated to eliminating the causes and effects of poverty in Fairfield County, Connecticut.  We accomplish our mission by finding and funding programs that provide life’s most basic necessities, as well as those that seek to achieve lasting change.  Our history of funding spans 68 years and since the year 2000 we have granted more than $19 million to community programs that work to support and create opportunities for underserved individuals and families in our community.  For more information on the work we do and our events, please visit www.NEARANDFARAID.org.  

Thank you for your consideration.  We are grateful for your participation in our efforts and would be proud to partner with you to target poverty and change lives in Fairfield County.

Warmest Regards,

Linda Raymond, Volunteer

Near & Far Aid is a registered 501c(3) non-profit organization, Federal Tax ID #23-7036523.

Please send a note below or call me if you have questions or would like to contribute.