Stories of Impact
Dian Friedman has been a dedicated volunteer at The Village’s Suffield Second Chance Shop since 1973. For more than 50 years, the shop has been a central part of her ...
For more than a decade, Loren Godfrey has been a steadfast supporter of The Village, driven by a deeply personal mission: to honor the legacy of his late wife, Cynthia. ...
Over the years, Barry and his late wife, Alison Coolbrith, have been generous benefactors of The Village, making a lasting difference in countless lives through their support. Today, Barry continues ...
Colin Cooper has been connected to The Village for his entire life—first when he was adopted at a young age, and today as a longtime and dedicated supporter alongside his ...
Bob and Judy Sturgis created the Robert & Judith Sturgis Family Foundation as a charitable resource for organizations close to their hearts. A longtime Simsbury Auxiliary Member and educator, Judy ...
“My earliest recollection was that my mom was my adoptive mom,” said Connie Gavrich, “and I knew I was the center of her universe.” ...
When Judy Kissane's first husband passed away, she and her sons decided to start the Kissane Family Emergency Assistance Fund at The Village to honor his legacy and provide direct ...
Cynthia Godfrey's loving husband of 54 years, Loren, and her many friends and family members are keeping her legacy alive through a fund at The Village. ...