WALLINGFORD, CONN., November 2, 2018 – The Connecticut Food Bank recognized donors from the business, education, and private sectors recently, presenting awards in six categories to donors demonstrating long-time commitment and high levels of engagement. The awards were presented at a reception held at the food bank on October 18.
Beaudreau noted that last year KeyBank, where Trimble works, became a sponsor of the food drive, expanding it to nine bank branches. "This year, KeyBank plans to expand the drive to 25 KeyBank branches across Connecticut and Western Massachusetts." Beaudreau noted that last year marked the first of a multi-year grant commitment from KeyBank to support Connecticut Food Bank programs and food distribution. In recognition of that partnership, KeyBank sponsors a refrigerated truck bearing the KeyBank logo, which makes deliveries to the Connecticut Food Bank network across six counties of the state.
Paul and Sandra Linton of Madison received the Harvest Club Award, recognizing their long-standing sustaining gifts to the Connecticut Food Bank. Donors for more than 30 years and monthly givers for 27 of those years, the Lintons have given an "astonishing 295 gifts to the food bank," Beaudreau said. He noted they have also supported the annual Walk Against Hunger. "You're an inspiration to us and to other donors because of your tremendous commitment to helping neighbors in need," Beaudreau said as he presented the award.
employees have volunteered at food bank activities and participated in special events such as the Golden Scoop Corporate Championship.
The Media Impact Award was presented to KC101 FM. "KC101 has been a cornerstone of our Thanksgiving food drives through their 'Stuff A Bus' food drive. This year's drive will be the 28th year they have raised food and funds for the Connecticut Food Bank," Beaudreau said. "They have raised awareness of hunger in Connecticut and have raised tens of thousands of meals worth of food and funds through the 'Stuff A Bus' drive," Beaudreau said.
significant support of the construction of our Wallingford distribution center." Beaudreau also cited the LaCroix's consistently enthusiastic support of Connecticut Food Bank events, including the annual Walk Against Hunger.
The Connecticut Food Bank donor reception was sponsored by Power Station Events, David Alan Catering, and Fast Signs.