Stamford residents seeking free back-to-school supplies, health screenings, and community engagement now have a well-established annual event to attend. The Community Family Give Back Day, hosted in Stamford, offers a no-cost, family-friendly day of services and activities each summer. For renters and buyers alike, this event reflects ongoing community investment in accessible resources—key for anyone evaluating the city’s quality of life and neighborhood vitality.
What's happening
The Community Family Give Back Day is a recurring free event organized in partnership with the Community Action Agency of Western Connecticut, Power Health, and Organized Youth. The event is co-sponsored by BLT, Old Navy, and Staples.
The 2024 event took place on Saturday, August 17, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Lathon Wider Community Center, 34 Woodland Ave, Stamford, CT 06902.
The event features a range of services and activities, including:
- Book bag and school supply giveaways (first come, first served)
- Health and wellness information and screenings
- Kids’ activities and live DJ entertainment
- Pizza and refreshments
- Community resource booths and gift bags
The 2025 event occurred on Saturday, August 16, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the University of Connecticut-Stamford Campus, 1 University Place, Stamford, CT 06901, with programming including book giveaways, health screenings, and a live DJ.
The 2026 Community Family Give Back Day took place on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the University of Connecticut-Stamford Campus, 1 University Place, Stamford, CT 06901, according to the official Eventbrite listing by organizer Power Health Tour, corroborated by Hey Stamford! and UNATION.
Sources
- https://www.fergusonlibrary.org/event/community-family-giveback-day-68253
- https://caawc.org/2024/08/07/community-give-back-day-free-to-all/
- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/community-family-give-back-day-tickets-1992494904897
- https://stamfordcradletocareer.org/back-to-school-events/
Common questions
What services are available at Stamford's Community Family Give Back Day?
Attendees can receive free school supplies, book bags, health screenings, and refreshments. Kids enjoy activities and live music, while community resource booths offer support and gift bags.
Where and when is the next Community Family Give Back Day in Stamford?
The 2026 event was held on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at the University of Connecticut-Stamford Campus. The next event is expected to take place in the same timeframe, though the 2027 date and location have not yet been announced.
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