Seasonal & Holidays

Avon Seeks Sponsors To Help Local Families During Holidays

The Avon Social Services Department is looking for folks to 'sponsor a family' that could use assistance this Thanksgiving/holiday period.

AVON, CT — The town is looking for generous residents to lend a helping hand to neighbors in need by sponsoring a family through Avon Social Services.

"Avon Social Services is looking for generous families, individuals, and organizations to sponsor Avon families in need this Thanksgiving and/or winter holiday season," wrote the Town of Avon in an announcement.

"Let’s come together to make the holidays brighter for our neighbors."

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The town has set up a web page for the holiday giving program, with details on how folks can help during Thanksgiving and the holiday period.

Those interested in sponsoring a family can visit www.avonct.gov/holiday to learn more.

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