“Christ’s Hands” is an ad-hoc committee of the church, formed in 2025 to provide hands-on support to our refugee and immigrant neighbors. Led by Pam Dies, Kathy Rafsky, and Brenda Maggio, this group offers opportunities for service and updates on current
needs and concerns. To email the group’s leaders, please click here
The Council of Churches of Greater Bridgeport (CCGB) and the Rotary Clubs of Bridgeport, Trumbull, Fairfield, and Monroe are joining together for a large community service project to help with food insecurity in our area. On Saturday, July 25, from 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., volunteers will prepare and package 86,000 nutritious meals that will be distributed to more than 40 local food pantries throughout the Greater Bridgeport area. Thanks to the generosity of the Rotary Clubs, all of the ingredients have already been purchased and the meal preparation is organized. Now, CCGB is inviting community volunteers to help package the meals so they can quickly make their way to local families experiencing food insecurity. The packing will take place at The Wakeman Boys & Girls Club, 595 Madison Ave, Bridgeport. Registration closes on July 15. We are hoping that some of you can join us during the 11:15 to 1:30 shift. Follow the instructions after you click on the registration link.
1. Go to www.mealpackers.org and register to volunteer by JULY 15.
7:30 – 8:30 – Set Up; 8:30 – 11:00 – 1st Shift; 11:15 – 1:30 – 2nd Shift; 1:30 – 2:00 – Clean Up & Distribution
2. Email info@CCGB.org & let us know you’ve registered, so we can document member participation.
3. When you are at the event, find the CCGB photo team so we have a record of your partnership!
Stamford Norwalk United with Immigrants (SNUI) SNUI offers a fun and easy hands-on volunteer opportunity every Friday. SNUI has organized weekly sorting, packing, and delivery of food and other necessities to immigrant families in Stamford, Norwalk, and Bridgeport. Sorting and packing boxes begins at 10:00 a.m. in Norwalk, with delivery beginning at 12:30. If you are available to help, your support would make a huge difference. For detailed information and to sign up, CLICK HERE.
Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants (CIRI) There are great volunteer opportunities at CIRI.
Project Rescue, the Anti-Human Trafficking Program at CIRI, serves survivors of human trafficking within the state of Connecticut and raises awareness about the issue of trafficking in persons. In cooperation with the U.S. Attorney’s Office and law enforcement, Project Rescue was established to serve trafficking victims through comprehensive case management, advocacy, immigration legal aid, and referrals to community service providers. Beginning soon, GHCC volunteers will be helping to furnish and set up homes for survivors of trafficking. If you would like to donate supplies please click here. As soon as an apartment set-up has been scheduled, we will provide a SignUp Genius link for those who would like to help.
Our Woven Community (OWC) OWC is a long-time mission partner of GHCC. It is a program that provides training and entrepreneurial opportunities for local refugee women; providing an opportunity to earn supplemental income to support themselves and their families. Participants learn to use sewing machines to create beautiful handbags, scarves and other items that are sold at local craft fairs, farmer’s markets and other community events. Volunteers are needed to assist the program in many areas. Schedules can be flexible and training will be available. If you are interested in volunteering in any areas listed below, you may contact Therese LeFever, the program manager, or call 203 334 0293 or you may also contact Pam, Kathy or Brenda.
Assistance in the Workshop: Together with the artists in training, help sort and cut donated fabrics and design items. No prior experience is necessary. Wednesdays: 11-2 or Thursdays 9:30- 1:30. Please note, these times are not set in stone and volunteer hours can be flexible.
Staff Booths for Sales of Items: Join a team of volunteers to represent and sell the handmade items at a variety of venues.
Food Delivery: Deliver nutritious food to refugee families in Bridgeport. Pick up at Burroughs Center. Mondays and Wednesdays – anytime between 12- 4 pm
ESL Classes: Help out any evening Monday-Thursday 6-8 pm at the Burroughs Center. Volunteers will help with one on-one direction and instruction to students in low level ESL. No experience needed.
Community Garden: Help keep the 26 plot garden at the Burroughs Center well cared for. Volunteers can participate any day.
he Council of Churches of Greater Bridgeport (CCGB) is organizing a major community service project on Saturday, July 25, to help address food insecurity in our area. Volunteers are needed to help package 86,000 meals that will be distributed to 40 local food pantries. Please click the link below for more information and to register. We look forward to seeing some of you on the 25th!
