Project Name: Community Spotlight
Purpose: Encourage social connection for Westerly residents and information exchange with local organizations and businesses
Grant Funding Amount: $3,000
Key Elements: Different fun activity sponsored by a different partner every month; participants who attend three or more events have a guaranteed seat on a special community tour
Target Audience: Newcomers and long time residents
Community Support: Manfredi Farms, Save the Bay, Westerly Land Trust, Jonnycake Center, United Theatre, Grey Sail Brewing, Literacy Volunteers, YMCA, Stand Up for Animals
Use of grant funds: Program publicity, staff, program supplies
Why:
- To connect residents with each other through meaningful activities
