Westport's Earth Animal Raises $75,737 To Fight Food Insecurity In CT

News release from Earth Animal:

WESTPORT, CT — A formal check presentation is scheduled to take place at the Earth Animal Retail Store on February 26th at 11:30am. The event will be held at 925 Post Road East, Westport, CT. The occasion aims to celebrate the generous support received from individuals who participated in the Mitten Project 2024. The Goldstein and Earth Animal families express their gratitude, stating, “It has been an amazing undertaking for us all and we thank everyone from the bottom of our hearts.”

We are thrilled to announce that our 2024 initiatives have successfully raised $75,737 contributing to the fight against food insecurity in Connecticut. Our mission is to alleviate hunger for our neighbors and make a positive impact on our community.

The success of the Mitten Project is made possible by the support of Westport and its surrounding local communities. This achievement is realized through proceeds from sales at the Earth Animal store, participation in Shop & Give events hosted by our local business community, private donations, and the continuous support of our loyal customers who contribute daily to the cause. Additionally, Earth Animal Ventures, based in Southport, CT, provides a matching contribution for every dollar raised, further amplifying the impact of our collective efforts.

“Thank you to our friends at Earth Animal and their customers for their generous support of Connecticut Foodshare. This donation will help provide over 150,000 meals throughout Connecticut! Earth Animal’s steadfast commitment to our mission is continuing to make a tremendous difference to the people we serve,” said Jason Jakubowski, President and CEO of Connecticut Foodshare.

“Our warmest thanks to all the wonderful and generous local businesses, our friends, family, and customers that participated in the Mitten Project 2024, especially for their big hearts and huge generosity. We are elated that we reached our goal of $75,000+ which will be used to feed local families in need.” -Dr. Bob, Susan, Merritt, & Abbey Goldstein

The Earth Animal Retail Store would like to give a special thanks to:

Local Westport Supporters
• Wakeman Town Farm
• Izzo’s Garden Center
• Millie Rae’s
• The Post
• Bel Mondo
• Athletic Shoe Factory
• Scout and Molly
• Eleven 11
• Appleberry Farm
• Pet Outlet
• Spot On Vet
• Winged Monkey
• Baker Graphics
• Tumi
• Westport Chamber

Local Fairfield Supporters
• South Pine Creek Deli
• Outdoor Design & Living
• Pet Pantry
• The Pantry
• Blue Point Design
• H Salon
• Pia Lauren
• Island Outfitters
• H Salon
• La Moda
• Kelli and Crew
• Element50
• Here For You
• Vintage Gardens
• No. 299 Design Gallery
• J. Mclaughlin
• Fairfield Theatre Company
• Fairfield Chamber

THANK YOU FOR THE SUPPORT! Earth Animal extends its heartfelt gratitude for the unwavering support from its friends and partners.

— Flyer from Earth Animal