5 Nonprofits To Get Behind In The East Hampton-Portland Area

EAST HAMPTON/PORTLAND, CT — Nonprofit groups are keystone community organizations in the East Hampton-Portland area.

Fortunately, there is no shortage of organizations to volunteer or get behind financially, and that need your help.

Here are five outstanding nonprofit groups you should know about in the East Hampton-Portland area:

1 - East Hampton Social Services, East Hampton Town Hall, 1 Community Drive, East Hampton: "It is the mission of East Hampton Social Services (EHSS) to enhance the quality of life and foster the self-sufficiency of community members in need of economic and social support."

2 - Chatham Historical Society, 6 Bevin Blvd., East Hampton: "The Chatham Historical Society is a private, not-for-profit museum and schoolhouse founded in 1963. Our Mission is to preserve, promote and share knowledge about our community’s extraordinarily rich but not always evident history."

3 - Portland Cares Fuel Assistance Program (Portland Social Services), 33 E. Main St., Portland: "'Portland Cares' fuel assistance program is supported by donations only. It is available to residents only."

4 - The Exchange Club of Portland, P.O Box 866 • Portland, CT 06480: "A place to create new and lasting friendships with men and women who care about their community and a feeling of personal satisfaction and accomplishment through service to others."

5 - Portland Historical Society, 492 Main St., Portland, CT: "The Portland Historical Society was organized in 1973. Since that time the society has completed and participated in many projects involving the preservation and appreciation of the town's history. "

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