ALICE Advocate - September 2, 2025 Edition | United Way of Coastal and Western Connecticut

TAKE ACTION

Make Your Voice Heard

Municipal primaries are Tuesday, September 9, with early voting September 2–7. To vote, you must be registered with a political party—new or unaffiliated voters can register in person at the registrar’s office until noon on September 8, or at their polling place on Primary Day. Absentee ballot applications are available online or at your town clerk’s office. The general election is Tuesday, November 4.

Protect SNAP and HUSKY

Federal cuts to HUSKY and SNAP could impact access to food, healthcare, and jobs for thousands of Connecticut residents. Without state action, up to 200,000 people may lose HUSKY coverage, more than 9,000 jobs could be affected, and families could face greater food insecurity. Take action today to urge state leaders to protect these essential programs.

Learn more about efforts to restore SNAP budget reconciliation cuts here. Use FRAC’s tools to show your organizational and individual support by September 17th.

UPCOMING EVENTS

CT Council for Philanthropy, Special Funder Briefing with DSS

September 3, 9:00-10:30 am, Virtual

Join the Connecticut Council for Philanthropy on how new federal legislation and executive orders will impact Connecticut’s health and food programs. Featuring Commissioner Andrea Barton Reeves, Deputy Commissioner Peter Hadler, and a discussion led by Tiffany Donelson, Connecticut Health Foundation. 📝Register now.

ALICE + 2026 Policy Agenda Launch Event

September 5th, 9:00-11:00 am, State Capitol, Room 310

Across Connecticut, families face real financial challenges. United Ways of CT updated data and policy agenda offer practical solutions to build stability and help communities thrive—charting a path to a stronger, more secure future for all. 📝 RSVP Today.

UWCWC "Creating Real Change, Together: 2025 Impact Breakfast

September 10th, 8:00-10:00 am, Pinstripes, Norwalk

Join United Way of Coastal and Western Connecticut for our "Creating Real Change, Together: 2025 Impact Breakfast”. This special event marks not just a celebration, but the beginning of what’s possible when we come together—with advocates, partners, leaders, and neighbors—to honor the progress we’ve made and embrace the work ahead. Together, we are building a stronger, more resilient community, and every voice and action adds to the momentum.

Tickets are $40/pp, which will help us cover the cost of food for attendees. 📝RSVP Today.

Ridgefield Town Hall

September 15th, 6:00 pm, Ridgefield Library

Join Senators Kushner, Senator Maher, Representative Berger-Girvalo and Representative Constantine to discuss major legislation that passed -- and didn't -- last session, as well as what's on the radar for the upcoming Legislative session. 📌 More details are available here.