5 Nonprofits To Get Behind In The Ledyard Area

LEDYARD, CT — Nonprofit groups are keystone community organizations in the Ledyard 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 Ledyard area:

1. Community of Hope: This nonprofit lists its mission as helping women affected by abuse, addiction and homelessness re-establish life while in a safe and healthy living environment that reflects the love of a family.
2. United Way of Southeastern CT: This organization is invested in local health and human service programs and initiatives that work together to provide a safety net for New London County.
3. Ledyard C.H.A.I.N.: Citizens Helping Animals In Need (C.H.A.I.N.) raises funds and collects pet goods to meet the needs of different programs. Its mission is to be a community resource which supports Ledyard Animal Control.
4. Healing With Horses: This nonprofit rescue horse farm provides equine-assisted therapy programs for people facing challenges. They have several program options, including Discovery of Horses, which offers lessons on horse safety, grooming/interaction and Say Whoa to Bullying, which is a program to empower victims of bullying. Learn more at healingwithhorsesct.org.
5. Habitat for Humanity of Eastern Connecticut: Serving Montville and surrounding communities, this organization is dedicated to providing homes for families. As of 2022, the organization has completed over 100 homes for families in the area. There are volunteer opportunities available at the Habitat for Humanity Restore, on committees and during construction projects. Learn more at habitatect.org.

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