Westport, CT - Since 1979, Earth Animal has been dedicated to caring for animals, people, and the Earth. The company’s commitment to supporting families in its community heightens during times of crisis. Due to COVID-19 and the striking downward trend of the economy, the number of people in need from Connecticut has increased by 44% due to lost jobs and income. This means 400,000 people are now food insecure due to the pandemic. As a result, families – many with young children - have turned to the Connecticut Foodshare (CFS) for assistance for the first time.
The Mitten Project, now in its 15th year, is Earth Animal’s holiday initiative that focuses on the health and wellness of Connecticut’s community. Last year’s effort raised more than $40,000 for the CFS. This year, the focus is on increasing efforts to address the elevated need and their goal has been set at $45,000.
In the interest of higher community activation, the Mitten Project will run from October through December 31st. People will be able to buy “mittens” at the store that will serve as $5+ donations to the CFS and donation boxes will be placed at select local stores in Fairfield County during the holiday season. Many local stores will offer ‘Sip and Shops” to support this effort.
In addition, Cashmere Mittens, Advent Calendars, and beautiful wreaths will be sold December 3rd, from 11:00-2:00 at Earth Animal. Earth Animal will match every dollar that has been donated. “Our loyal customers are generous in spirit. For 15 years, the Mitten Project efforts have been astounding, and I know we will all rise to the occasion to help our neighbors once again,” says Merritt Goldstein, co-founder of Earth Animal.
SCHEDULED ‘SIP AND SHOPS’: Cheers to all the local stores and restaurants supporting the CFS:
- J. Mclaughlin - 342 Pequot Avenue Southport, CT - November 17th, 1:00-5:00pm
- The Post - 1799 Post Road East Westport - November 17th, 3:00-6:00pm
- Millie Raes - 1011 Post Road E., Westport - December 8th, 4:00-6:00pm
- Scout & Molly - 283 Post Road East, Westport - November 16th, 2:00-6:00 pm
- Outdoor Design and Living - 1301 Bronson Road, Fairfield - November 17th, 4:00-7:00pm
- HOLIDAY SHOP N’ STROLL - Mo’s Wine and Spirits 957 Post Road Fairfield - December 8th, 7:00-9:00pm
- Milestone Restaurant - 2 Main Street Redding, CT - December 8th, 12:00-5:00 pm
Wakeman Town Farm Pie Sale! ALL PROCEEDS WILL GO TO THE CT FOODSHARE!
Place orders for homemade pies; Apple, Apple Crumb, Cherry, Cherry Crumb, and Pumpkin pies.
Place your orders: www.wakemantownfarm.org
ORDER: 11/14-11/18
PICK UP DATE: Tuesday, 11/22 from 3:00-7:00
Wakeman Town Farm - 134 Cross Highway, Westport, CT
WREATHS FOR A GOOD CAUSE: EARTH ANIMAL - 925 Post Road E., Westport, CT
Beautiful wreaths will be sold December 3rd, from 11:00-2:00 from Appleberry Farm Newton, CT.
THANK YOU FOR THE SUPPORT! Please https://ct.klclick.com/f/a/kZ4x5TqOTqSAx3BadC5krw~~/AASl5QA~/RgRlO_ENP0S2aHR0cHM6Ly9nb2Z1bmQubWUvODRjMTY4YTI_dXRtX3NvdXJjZT1Mb2NhbCUyMEN1c3RvbWVyJTIwTGlzdCZ1dG1fbWVkaXVtPWVtYWlsJnV0bV9jYW1wYWlnbj1SZXRhaWwlMjBTdG9yZSUyMFdlZWtseSUyMC0lMjBUaHVy" style="color:rgb(5, 99, 193)">make a donation to the campaign. Help in any way you can - it will truly make a difference.
Pet Pantry
All seven Pet Pantry locations will be partnering with Earth Animal to offer their customers an opportunity to support Earth Animal’s 15th Mitten Project. Each eligible customer who receives a Pet Pantry mailer over the holidays will be given an opportunity to make a $5 donation benefiting the Connecticut Food Share. The initiative will run through the end of the year.
For more information about how to donate, please contact Merritt Goldstein at merritt@earthanimal.com.