BUILD INSPIRE CREATE IMPROVE GROW YOUR COMMUNITY

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1 A 2013 Community Report of the Community Foundation of Northwest Connecticut YMCA Camp Mohawk, Inc. Hope and Love Option, Inc. Diane and Jeff Johnson Warner Theatre Susan Strand BUILD INSPIRE CREATE IMPROVE GROW YOUR COMMUNITY

2 2013 Community Report Overview Founded 1969 Assets $80.7 million Geographic area 20 towns in Northwest Connecticut Funds under Foundation management 279 Scholarships awarded $103,875 Grants awarded $3,403,983 Grants and scholarships awarded $3,507,858 Grantees 356 Scholarship recipients 101 Volunteers more than 125 Gifts received $1.8 million

3 A 2013 Community Report Contents Grants 4 Scholarships 15 Funds 16 Supporting Organizations 24 Contributions 26 Foundation-Initiated Funds 30 Annual Operating & Community Leadership Fund 32 Committees, Councils, and Societies 36 Financial Statements 38 Here for good. Published September 2014

4 Dear Friends, Ten years ago, the Board of your Community Foundation gathered around a collection of folding tables and contemplated the organization s future. Standing together on common ground and united in a shared purpose, this dedicated group of community stakeholders reflected on a philanthropic dream of tripling the Foundation s community endowment, bringing it from $8 million to $25 million. What if, they thought, those of us who believe in the power of pooled philanthropy provided the means to invest $1 million annually in the well-being of our Northwest corner towns and the people and animals who live there? To do this, they agreed, would take a collective resolution to become a center of local philanthropy, a model of exemplary stewardship, and a place where community leadership is encouraged in theory and nurtured in practice. Because of you, our family of benefactors, the past year has seen the Community Foundation award a record 356 grants and 101 scholarships totaling more than $3.5 million from assets that exceed $80 million. Looking back, it s evident that your philanthropic willpower surpassed even the Board s loftiest expectations. With renewed energy inspired by a fresh vision of what can be accomplished, our 2014 strategic plan challenges us to continue to grow as an effective force for good and an agent of positive change in our region. Foundation staff and trusted financial advisors are working tirelessly to connect you to the most pressing needs of our community and to help you realize your philanthropic goals. We hope that the stories of philanthropy in this report speak to you and the things that you re passionate about. We encourage you to reach out to Foundation staff about initiatives that are important to you, and to continue to work with us to Build, Inspire, Create, Improve, and Grow your community and our beloved Northwest corner. 2 Sincerely, Board of Directors Tom Bechtle, Chairperson Douglas O Connell, Esq., Vice Chairperson Gayle Moraski, 2 nd Vice Chairperson John E. Janco, Treasurer Victoria Patrick, Secretary Khurshed Bhumgara Miki Duisterhof Dan Dwyer William G. Harding F. Robert Petricone Rose Ponte Norman Skip Rogers Jr., Esq. Ronald S. Rosenstein, Esq. Alyson Thomson Christopher G. Wall., Esq. Roberta Lee August, Recording Secretary Staff Guy Rovezzi, President Lorraine Haddock, Assistant to the President Brad Hoar, Vice President of Philanthropic Services Susan Bremer, Grants and Program Director Sylvia DeMichiel, Program Associate Nicole Carlson Easley, Communications Director Leslie Friscia, Financial Assistant Tom Bechtle Guy Rovezzi

5 Mission To enrich the quality of life for residents of Northwest Connecticut by inspiring local philanthropy, convening stakeholders in community welfare, strengthening the regional nonprofit network and fostering collaborative funding partnerships. Established in 1969, The Community Foundation of Northwest Connecticut, Inc., serves Litchfield County with more than 270 funds that support nonprofit organizations and provide scholarships to area students in 20 towns within the Northwest Corner, including: Barkhamsted, Bethlehem, Canaan/Falls Village, Colebrook, Cornwall, Goshen, Hartland, Harwinton, Kent, Litchfield, Morris, New Hartford, Norfolk, North Canaan, Salisbury, Sharon, Torrington, Warren, Washington and Winchester/Winsted. Governance In its Board of Directors, the Foundation has an active governing body that is responsible not only for establishing the mission and strategic direction of the organization, but also is charged with oversight of its finances, operations and policies. The Board, which is independent and broadly representative of the people within the Northwestern Connecticut area served by the Foundation, is comprised of individuals who have demonstrated civic leadership in a variety of ways and who have a strong record of volunteer community service. BUILD INSPIRE CREATE IMPROVE GROW YOUR COMMUNITY 3

6 2013 Grants Bank of Boston Fund The Torrington Library $225 to support the "I'll Be Seeing You" series (Total award was $825 with $600 from the John Brooks Fund) The Beekley Library Capital Fund The Licia & Mason Beekley Community Library $10,500 in support of the organization and its mission The Licia Beekley Garden and Winar Piano Fund The Licia & Mason Beekley Community Library $4,500 in support of the organization and its mission The Licia & Mason Beekley Community Library Endowment Fund The Licia & Mason Beekley Community Library $10,000 in support of the organization and its mission Brooks Bank Fund Five Points Gallery $1,000 to support the purchase of 50 chairs and solar window shades (Total award was $2, with $1, from the Eva M. Coty Fund) John Brooks Fund The Torrington Library $600 to support the "I'll Be Seeing You" series (Total award was $825 with $225 from the Bank of Boston Fund.) Susan A. Bruso Memorial Fund Botelle Elementary School $50 to purchase two savings bonds for two designated students: Ricky Childs and Michaela Hill The Buchanan Fund Bank Street College of Education $2,000 in support of the Division of Institutional Advancement Crescendo, Inc. $1,000 to support the organization and its mission Dartmouth College Fund $1,000 in support of the college fund Housatonic Valley Association $4,000 in two grants to support the organization and its mission United Church of Christ in Cornwall $9,200 to support the organization and its mission Miriam Mason Cable Trust Fund Harwinton Historical Society $1,000 to support a series of programs throughout Hope and Love Option, Inc. $2,000 to support the design and development of a website and print materials Livingston Ripley Waterfowl Sanctuary $2,100 to support the installation of safety fencing, educational signage, and multimedia in the wildlife blind The Canaan Foundation Non-Endowed Fund The Canaan Foundation, Inc. $2,000 in support of annual grant distributions The Cancer Care Fund of the Litchfield Hills Charlotte Hungerford Hospital Administration $25,000 the fifth disbursement of a five-year capital campaign Center for Cancer Care in Torrington $125,000 in multiple disbursements for patient assistance Robert Venn Carr, Jr. Fund Litchfield Hills Chore Service $4,300 to support direct service, coordinator time and outreach expenses Robert V. Carr Fund Cradle to Career, Winchester's Early Care & Education Council $5,000 to support the hiring of a grant writer Marion Coe Fund LARC, Inc. $250 in support of the 12th Annual LARC Festival of Trees Northwest Connecticut YMCA $250 in support of the Sunny XC & Zombie Run Sharon Community Foundation, Inc. $300 to support the printing of the Northwest CARES Resource Book Cornwall Conservation Trust Funds Cornwall Conservation Trust, Inc. $14,000 in two grants for operational support Cornwall Conservation Trust, Inc. $4,000 in support of the 2013 scholarship program Cornwall Historical Society $1,000 in support of the organization Cornwall Library Endowment Fund Cornwall Library Association $22,200 in support of a new heating system Eva M. Coty Fund FISH of Northwestern Connecticut $6,600 to support the purchase of a generator (Total award was $12,800 with $6,200 from the Keroden Endowed Fund) Five Points Gallery $1, to support the purchase of 50 chairs and solar window shades (Total award was $2, with $1,000 from the Brooks Bank Fund) Greenwoods Counseling Referrals $2,000 to support access to mental health services and strengthening of collaboration with service providers Mary H. Coutant Fund for Rising Star Camp Winchester Youth Service Bureau $850 for operational support Critter Fund Audubon Sharon $150 in support of the soils program at Southwest School 4

7 Ruth and Robert Cron Endowment Fund CAFTA Connecticut Academy of Fine Arts $2,000 to support the purchase of equipment to be used to edit digital footage for a student news program Litchfield County Choral Union $2,000 to support the presentation of The Verdi Requiem Draper Foundation Fund Beardsley & Memorial Library $87,600 in two disbursements for operational support Colebrook Associates, Inc. $8,400 in two disbursements for operational support Colebrook Congregational Church $18,000 in two disbursements for operational support Colebrook Historical Society $4,800 in two disbursements for operational support Colebrook Senior & Community Center $5,026 in support of the Kitchen Equipment Upgrade Project Colebrook Senior & Community Center $20,000 to support the purchase of a multi-passenger van The Community Foundation of Northwest Connecticut, Inc. $8,200 to support the purchase of Donor Central and to support the Critical Needs Grants Program Cornell University for the Cornell Feline Health Center College of Vet Medicine $8,400 in two disbursements for operational support Explorations Charter School $14,400 to support the purchase of ipads FISH of Northwestern Connecticut $25,000 to support general operations Foothills Visiting Nurse & Home Care, Inc. $25,100 to support the purchase of 15 telemonitor units Friendly Hands Food Bank, Inc. $2,500 to support the purchase of perishable and nonperishable food items and personal care items Greenwoods Scholarship Foundation $52,800 in two disbursements for operational support Helping Hands Chore Service, Inc. $12,000 in support of worker and staff training and capacity building LARC, Inc. $16,500 to support the purchase of ipads to be used for a tracking program Last Post Cat Refuge (Vivisection Investigation League) $105,600 in two disbursements for operational support Little Guild of Saint Francis $105,600 in two disbursements for operational support Northwestern Connecticut Community College $88,800 in two disbursements for operational support Northwestern Connecticut Community College $540 to support a 25-pack license for Quickbooks 2014 for Windows and the Learning Guide Northwestern Connecticut Community College $5,000 to support scholarships for the Center for Workforce Development Northwest Connecticut YMCA $52,800 in two disbursements for operational support Prime Time House $25,000 to support the purchase of a van Salvation Army $34,800 in two disbursements for operational support Salvation Army of Torrington $7,500 to support the Emergency Services Program in Torrington Salvation Army Winsted Regional Service Center $7,500 to support the Emergency Services Program in Winsted Susan B. Anthony Project $50,000 in support of the Rebuilding Lives Program Torrington Public Schools $15,000 to support a collaboration with Wellspring Foundation, Inc. to work with Pre-K and Kindergarten educators to help children with behavioral health issues Tufts University School of Veterinarian Medicine $8,400 in two disbursements for operational support University of Connecticut Foundation, Inc. $58,400 in two disbursements for operational support University of Connecticut Foundation, Inc. $116,400 in two disbursements for scholarships Visiting Nurse Services of Connecticut, Torrington $10,400 in support of the medically underserved program We Adopt Greyhounds, Inc. $34,800 in two disbursements for operational support Winchester Youth Service Bureau $22,800 in two disbursements for operational support Winchester Youth Service Bureau $2,800 in support of the Art Therapy Photography Group Winchester Youth Service Bureau $1,200 to support providing the Healthy Alternatives for Little Ones (HALO) program to preschool centers and agencies Winsted Area Child Care Center $8,700 to support Healthy Alternatives for Little Ones (HALO) programming and supplies for winter/spring 2014 Winsted Area Child Care Center $22,800 in two disbursements for operational support Winsted Area Child Care Center $15,000 to support security system upgrades Winsted Family Resource Center $1,400 to support the purchase of books and supplies for preschool screenings Winchester Youth Service Bureau $8,800 in support of the Executive Director position 5

8 Grants W. L. Gilbert Trust Corporation $34,800 in two disbursements for operational support Yankee Golden Retriever Rescue $8,400 in two disbursements for operational support food pantry grants Barkhamsted Cookie Jar Fund $500 Church of Christ Congregational, Norfolk $500 Community Food Bank $500 Community Kitchen of Torrington $4,000 in two grants Connecticut Food Bank $500 Elderly Nutrition Program $1,000 FISH of Northwestern Connecticut $1,000 Friendly Hands Food Bank, Inc. $1,000 Hands of Grace $500 The Open Door $1,000 Salvation Army of Torrington $750 Salvation Army Winsted Regional Service Center $750 Winchester Center Congregational Church $500 critical needs grants Barkhamsted Senior Center $400 Batcheller Early Education Center $1,000 Catholic Charities, Inc. $400 Center Congregational Church $1,200 Church of Christ Congregational Norfolk $1,500 Community Food Bank $1,000 Family Resource Center at Vogel-Wetmore School $750 FISH of Northwestern Connecticut $1,200 Friendly Hands Food Bank, Inc. $800 Hands of Grace $750 Helping Hands Chore Service, Inc. $1,500 Litchfield Dept. of Social Services $1,000 The McCall Foundation $750 Northwest Connecticut YMCA, Winsted $1,200 Prime Time House $1,000 Susan B. Anthony Project $1,000 Torrington Area Youth Service Bureau $1,000 Visiting Nurse Services of Connecticut, Torrington $500 VNA Northwest, Inc. $750 Winchester Center Congregational Church $800 Winchester Youth Service Bureau $1,500 The Echo Valley Foundation Fund in support of the organization American Friends Service Committee $2,000 The American Mural Project $500 Amnesty International $100 American Whitewater $100 Atlas Society $100 Connecticut Farmland Trust $200 Doctors Without Borders/Medecins Sans Frontieres $1,000 Germantown Friends School $5,000 Heifer International $1,000 The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp $500 International Myeloma Foundation $100 Institute for Justice $1,000 Lakeville Hose Company $1,000 Landon School $100 Leukemia & Lymphoma Society $1,000 Liberty $100 Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation $200,000 New York-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell $1,000 OWL's Kitchen of Lakeville $500 Reason Foundation $100 Salisbury Family Services, Inc. $3,000 Salisbury Volunteer Ambulance Service $1,000 Scleroderma Research Foundation $100 Scoville Memorial Library Assn. $100 Trickle Up $100 USA Canoe/Kayak $1,000 Yale Alumni Fund $100 Yale University $2,000 in two disbursements Marion Wm. & Alice Edwards Fund Beardsley & Memorial Library $2,900 in support of a computer server upgrade Bethlehem Ambulance Association $2,025 to support the purchase of fifteen 6-in-1 ANSI Class 3 jackets Falls Village Children's Theater Company $4,000 to support the production of Peter Pan Hotchkiss Library of Sharon $2,500 to support the purchase of a drive-through book-return box Litchfield Hills Chore Service $5,500 to support the hiring of a consultant to help develop a new business plan Norfolk Curling Club $10,000 to support the installation of an IceMat ice rink floor system The Norfolk Land Trust $5,000 to assist in the acquisition and use planning for a 311 acre tract of land to be acquired from the CT Council of Girl Scouts Northwest Connecticut Arts Council $9,000 to support infrastructure transitions and capacity building 6 BUILD

9 Northwest Connecticut YMCA, Winsted Branch $13,000 to support the Adult Day Center Sharon Historical Society $1,100 to support the purchase of two exhibit cases Survive the Drive $1,400 to provide program presentations and community outreach TriArts at the Sharon Playhouse $2,000 to support the Youtheatre Scholarship Program Winchester Schools PTO $3,000 to support the purchase of six SMART Board Projectors critical needs grants Barkhamsted Senior Center $100 Bethlehem House of Bread $800 Bronc Callahan Community Fund, Inc. $750 Canaan Child Care Center, Inc. $2,000 Chore Service, Inc. $1,500 Community Network Fund $500 Cornwall Food and Fuel Fund $800 Falls Village Senior Center $800 Falls Village Emergency Relief/Fuel Fund $1,500 Fishes & Loaves Food Pantry $1,500 Goshen Community Care & Hospice $1,000 Goshen Good Neighbor Fund $1,000 Housatonic Youth Service Bureau $800 North Canaan Congregational Church $1,000 Northwest Corner Fuel Bank $2,500 OWL's Kitchen of Lakeville $1,000 Salisbury Visiting Nurse Assn. $1,000 Sharon Community Foundation, Inc. $750 Town of Kent Social Services $1,000 The Warren Good Neighbor Fund $1,000 Wellspring Foundation, Inc. $500 Women's Support Services $700 Fleet General Fund School on the Green $900 to support the purchase of tables and chairs Friends of Hospice General Fund Friends of Hospice $25,000 in four disbursements to support program expenses associated with the Massage Therapy program Friends of New Hartford Fund New Hartford Land Trust $500 in support of the organization Lucia Tuttle Fritz Fund Charlotte Hungerford Hospital Administration $6,700 to support the purchase of ten new wheelchairs Connecticut Community Care, Inc. $1,500 in support of the Independent Living Fund Carlton D. Fyler and Jenny R. Fyler Fund Artwell Gallery & Community Arts Center $2,000 to support art and music programs for Torrington children ages birth-five in collaboration with the Torrington Family Resource Center Civic Life Project $5,273 to support outreach to 14 high schools Covenant to Care for Children $3,000 to provide necessary goods and services for abused and/or neglected children Education Connection $2,500 to support the Family Resource Center at Vogel-Wetmore School Girl Scouts of Connecticut $1,980 to support the GIRLZ R.U.L.E Program in five Torrington schools Litchfield Community Center, Inc. $2,500 to support a six-week session of after school arts programming with ASAP New Hartford Public Schools $5,000 to support the purchase of new playground equipment Northwest Community Collaborative $5,000 to support a security system for the KidsPlay Children's Museum Northwest Connecticut YMCA $2,000 to support the purchase of equipment for child care Special Olympics Connecticut Northwest Region $2,025 to support the expansion of local sports, training and competitions and expand the number of regional qualifying competitions Torrington Police Athletic League $5,000 to support educational and cultural field trips, including the College Bound Program and to support expansion of the Girls Basketball Program Torrington Public Schools $7,000 to support materials, technology and workshops for the Community Family Literacy Center at Forbes School Washington Art Association, Inc. $2,000 to support Clay on Wheels in collaboration with Shepaug Valley High School and the Washington Senior Center Warner Theatre $12,500 to support the search for an Executive Director Waterbury Symphony Orchestra $4,850 to fund two collaborative programs for students and the public in Litchfield County YMCA Camp Mohawk, Inc. $5,000 to support camp scholarships Jim & Nancy Garfield Fund for the Arts for operational support The American Mural Project $250 Joyful Noise, Inc. $250 Northwest Connecticut Arts Council $250 for an Anniversary Gift Northwest Connecticut Arts Council $250 Warner Theatre $250 7

10 Grants General Fund Litchfield Land Trust, Inc. $1,200 to support the printing and distribution of informational brochures and trail maps Gillian and Polly Fund Trinity Episcopal Church $325 in support of the organization Dr. John S. Glenn Fund for Nurses Charlotte Hungerford Hospital Administration $1,300 for the education of nurses Heritage Land Preservation Trust Fund Heritage Land Preservation Trust, Inc. $3,000 for operational support Holley-Doremus Fund in support of the organization The Community Foundation of Northwest Connecticut, Inc. $160 Harwinton Historical Society $160 Harwinton Land Conservation Trust $160 Northwest Center for Family Service & ME $160 Susan B. Anthony Project $320 Torrington Historical Society $320 United Way of Northwest Connecticut, Inc. $320 Keroden Designated Fund Charlotte Hungerford Hospital Administration $10,500 for operational support Keroden Endowed Fund FISH of Northwestern Connecticut $6,200 to support the purchase of a generator Oliver Wolcott Library, Inc. $1,200 to support the purchase of an AED/defibrillator The Torrington Library $1,025 to support the 150th Anniversary Musical Series: Celebrating the Library through Song Winsted Family Resource Center $1,500 to support the purchase of developmentally appropriate books for families Jeffrey and Susan Lalonde Community Betterment Fund Charlotte Hungerford Hospital Administration $500 to support public health care services, and to continue to invest in new technology, alliances and expansion Cornwall Volunteer Fire Dept. $500 to support the Gary Hepprich Memorial in memory of Charles Hepprich FISH of Northwestern CT $500 to help those in need during these financially difficult times Goshen Community Care & Hospice $500 to support the organization s favorable impact on the community, vision, and the efforts of their volunteers 8 Goshen Good Neighbor Fund $250 to meet the needs of those who find themselves in need of emergency financial assistance The Goshen Players, Inc. $250 to support the expansion of offerings, such as diverse events and productions Northwest Connecticut YMCA $300 to support underprivileged youth: Strong Kids Torrington Historical Society $250 to support the slate roof project The Torrington Library $300 to support educational and entertaining programs Warner Theatre $3,000 to support the financial recovery plan Richard Leone COCC Fund Autism Families of Connecticut $450 to support the mission of the Autism Families of Connecticut Litchfield Community Center Music Fund Litchfield Community Center, Inc. $4,105 to support four summer programs Litchfield Community Center, Inc. $4,275 in support of eleven music programs for the fall of 2013 and winter of 2014 Litchfield Community Center, Inc. $4,750 to support four winter/spring programs Little Guild Operational Fund Little Guild of Saint Francis $37,000 to support kennel renovations The Carlton D. Fyler and Jenny R. Fyler Fund provided summer camperships for seven girls at YMCA Camp Mohawk, Inc.

11 Local Area Fund Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut $50,000 in support of Hurricane Sandy Relief Norfolk Chamber Music Festival (Yale University) $25,000 to support the 2013 summer program Norfolk Lions Club Ambulance $5,000 in support of the volunteer ambulance service for operational support Chore Service, Inc. $1,000 Connecticut Forest & Park Association $1,000 Housatonic Valley Association $1,000 Foothills Visiting Nurse & Home Care, Inc. $5,000 Great Mountain Forest Corporation $1,000 Greenwoods Counseling Referrals $1,000 Northwest Conservation District $1,000 Norfolk Historical Society $1,000 The Norfolk Land Trust $1,000 The Norfolk Library $1,000 Norfolk Senior Housing Corp. $1,000 Yankee Institute for Public Policy $5,000 The MacCallum Family Fund for Animal Welfare Millerton Veterinary Practice $ to support dental surgery costs for Angel Sand Road Animal Hospital, LLC. $625 to assist with payment for Bruiser Sand Road Animal Hospital, LLC. $700 to support surgery costs for Mater Sand Road Animal Hospital, LLC. $500 to support surgery costs for Jet Miles for Moe Fund Connecticut Children's Medical Center $3,500 to assist Litchfield County families of children with cancer with purchases of gas, food, and household bills LARC, Inc. $18,000 to provide Camp Moe scholarships for children whose parents require financial assistance Robert C. Miller and Carol H. Miller Oliver Wolcott Library $750 in support of Carol H. Miller Memorial Books New Hartford Education Fund New Hartford Public Schools $ to support the Rubik's Cube Math project New Hartford Public Schools $500 to support the Antolini School Garden New Hartford Public Schools $1,170 to support the PTO Playground Committee purchase of 'The Twist' and 'Spinstastic' Northwest Connecticut Philanthropy Fund Connecticut Voices for Children $2,960 to support the Building Community Capacity through Information and Data Project Hope and Love Option, Inc. $750 donations received while the Foundation served as fiscal sponsor for Hope & Love Option Northwest Connecticut YMCA $ in support of Southside Cafe George Mazzaferro Memorial Fund to support campership funds Northwest Conservation District $5,000 to support the installation of a Rain Garden in Torrington Northwestern Regional High School $3,000 to support the FIRST Robotics Team YMCA Camp Mohawk, Inc. $ in support of Southside Cafe George Mazzaferro Memorial Fund to support campership funds Northwestern CT YMCA Fund Northwest Connecticut YMCA $303,020 for operational support Brian J. O Neil Memorial Fund Beardsley & Memorial Library $2,500 to support the Genealogy Room in memory of Brian J. O'Neil Pass-Through Grants Fund Little Guild of Saint Francis $11, from an anonymous donor Northwestern Connecticut Regional Planning Collaborative $27,000 Police Athletic League of Torrington $940 in support of the Connie Mack baseball program from the Vincent J. Testanero Memorial Fund Pierpont Chapter #49 Order of Eastern Star Fund Aton Forest, Inc. $500 to support a portion of time for one staff person to be spent on the Sandy Brook Conservation Corridor and to support the printing of brochures, maps and posters The River Stewards of Tomorrow Fund Housatonic Valley Association $3,500 to support its River Stewards of Tomorrow program Sue Grossman Still River Greenway Fund Giordano Signs & Graphics, LLC $210 in support of park smart signs Paul Leonard $50 in support of installing signs along Sue Grossman Still River Greenway Edwin M. Stone & Edith H. Stone Fund Explorations Charter School $4,100 to support the purchase of a SMART board Housatonic Youth Service Bureau $2,100 to support the Summer Internship Program Torrington Historical Society $10,000 to support the capital campaign to replace the roof on the Hotchkiss Fyler House Museum INSPIRE9

12 Community Foundation Fundholders Support Civic Education, Engagement Civic Life Project Executive Director Dominique Lasseur and his business partner and wife, Catherine Tatge, have forged a 30-year career creating incisive, award-winning documentaries for public television films on the arts, biographies, public affairs and education. There was one project, however, that strongly resonated with the two: a series for PBS about the state of the American democracy and the preparation of the next generation to inherit and move it forward. Lasseur and Tatge explored the idea with journalist and author Fareed Zakaria. Although the series was not produced, the two never lost interest. They decided, instead, to create a program that engaged young people in a conversation about democracy. The Civic Life Project was born. Shamar Mahon interviews Lieutenant Governor Nancy Wyman about recent changes to gun laws in Connecticut. As we have learned and developed tools and techniques over this past year, and with the wonderful support of The Community Foundation of Northwest Connecticut, we have been able to not only identify the strengths of the program, but how we can evolve it to work on a larger stage a national stage, said Lasseur. The Civic Life Project began as a pilot program at the Hotchkiss School of Lakeville in 2009 and has since been adopted by 12 other schools in Connecticut, including Housatonic Valley Regional High School and Torrington High School. The program works to engage students and teachers in a debate about what it means to be a citizen and live in a democracy. Students are guided to select a civics topic that interests them. Often students choose a topic that they are interested in because of a personal experience or the affect an issue has had on their community. In some schools the program is a year-long course that provides academic credits in civics, English and media studies. In other schools, it is an elective. Students work together in teams of five to eight. They divide duties, plan the documentary, schedule interviews, film and edit the project. Grants from the Marion Wm. & Alice Edwards Fund, Carlton D. Fyler and Jenny R. Fyler Fund and the Youth Fund have supported the Civic Life Project at 14 high schools in the Northwest corner enabling hundreds of students to learn about democracy, civic engagement and community outreach and inspired many students to pursue careers in communications and journalism. In just three years, the Civic Life Project has grown from a simple idea to a vibrant program in public and private schools throughout Connecticut that positively shapes students lives. Addison Velazquez films an interview for his film about youth violence in Connecticut communities. 10

13 At the end of the semester, students present their films to the public, and lead a question and answer session to validate their work. Civic Life Project students have created and presented films exploring a wide range of topics, including the death penalty and the abolition of the death penalty in Connecticut, gun control, human trafficking, drug culture, rape, and school shootings. Overall, what the students get is the sense that they really do have a voice and that if they exercise that voice, people listen to them, said Lasseur. They learn to communicate with adults other than their parents and their teachers a situation that is often foreign to them. Lasseur says it s important that students understand that they are not using film to convince other people to think the way they do. They are using film to investigate, to look at both sides of an issue. The beauty of the work is to be surprised, and usually it comes from meeting with people that you disagree with and finding that these people are not stupid or evil; they came to their point of view for valid reasons. Since the program started, more than 250 students have participated in the Civic Life Project. Lasseur and Tatge are currently developing short program modules that they will make available on their website, They hope the modules will help make the program accessible to more schools, and in doing so, engage more young people in civic issues and the fundamentals of democracy. As we have learned and developed tools and techniques over this past year and with the wonderful support of The Community Foundation of Northwest Connecticut, we have been able to not only identify the strengths of the program, but how we can evolve it to work on a larger stage a national stage, said Lasseur. We are ready for the next step, to make it a program that is accessible to even more schools, to engage more young people in a conversation about democracy and what it means to be a citizen. Hotchkiss School teacher Bob Haiko assists a Civic Life Project student on location, during production of a film investigating pollution in the Housatonic River. I think the work that you do helping students realize how important it is to be an active, complicit member of society and what a change their voice can make is so vital to the future generation of young adult citizens, said former Civic Life Project participant and current communications student at the University of Massachusetts Amherst Katie Gainer. 11

14 Grants 12 Polly and Wesley Strand and James L. Holmes Fund for Programs for Women and Children The Licia & Mason Beekley Community Library $1,000 to support three multi-cultural programs for children The Suter Fund TriArts at the Sharon Playhouse $250 in support of the Tri-Arts Raise the Roof Fund Louis O. Thibeault Fund for the Advancement of Children's Education Torrington Eyecare $ to provide eyeglasses to a child Torrington Arts in Education Agency Fund Torrington Public Schools $4,981 in support of the One Town One Book project Torrington Club Fund LARC, Inc. $1,000 to support Phase 2 of LARC's Capital Campaign Torrington Savings Fund Litchfield Land Trust, Inc. $200 to support the printing and distribution of informational brochures and trail maps Torrington Savings Bank - General Fund Housatonic Youth Service Bureau $250 in support of the Battle of the Bands event Margaret C. Tupper Fund LARC, Inc. $4,000 to support Phase 2 of LARC's Capital Campaign, kitchen United Nations Association of NW CT Scholarship for International Cooperation United Nations Association of Connecticut $1,000 in support of a scholarship Weigold Family Fund St. Jude Children's Research Hospital $2,500 in support of the organization and mission John T. and Jane A. Wiederhold Foundation ASPCA New York $85,000 to support a personnel support and operations trailer Associated Humane Societies $25,000 to support the purchase of an animal control van Becker College $5,000 to provide live field training for emergency personnel on the handling and care of animals during emergencies and to take initial steps in developing new and innovative solutions for ongoing education Berkshire Humane Society $50,000 to support the Safe Pet program Bideawee $100,000 to support post-hurricane repairs and to purchase a new generator Grants from the Jeffrey and Susan Lalonde Community Betterment Fund, the Jim & Nancy Garfield Fund for the Arts and The Carlton D. Fyler and Jenny R. Fyler Fund provided for the financial recovery and support of the Warner Theatre. Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center $60,000 to support the acquisition of Coogan Farm Hampshire College $10,000 to support research into the role of the environment in the evolution of multimodal animal communication in the Eastern Gray Squirrel Humane Society of New York $53, to support the surgical/exam suite and the Animal Emergency Program Kent Land Trust, Inc. $55,000 to support the acquisition and preservation of the Camp Francis site Little Guild of Saint Francis $129,433 to support kennel renovations, the purchase of a commercial washer/dryer, and to support a spay/neuter assistance program for municipal pounds Ridgefield Operation for Animal Rescue (R.O.A.R.) $10,000 to support technology needs and the expansion of vet services Salisbury Association $150,000 to support the permanent protection of property in Salisbury, Conn. Thomas J. O Connor Foundation Animal Control and Adoption Center Foundation Inc. $28,350 to support the purchase of an IMARC ID Tag Machine, a commercial washer and dryer and to renovate cat adoption cages University of Massachusetts Amherst $4,584 to investigate pain alleviation, wound healing, and systemic levels of cortisol in lambs undergoing processing procedures, such as tail docking, ear tagging and paint branding University of Pennsylvania $50,000 to support the third year of a three-year grant for the Shelter Animal Mammary Tumor Program

15 Winsted Area Child Care Center Endowment Fund Winsted Area Child Care Center $52,000 for operational support The Women & Girls Fund Winsted Area Child Care Center $3,000 to support childcare scholarships for women who cannot afford child care Winsted Area Child Care Center $750 to support the purchase of a washing machine and dryer YMCA Camp Mohawk / Arlene Foulds Memorial Fund YMCA Camp Mohawk, Inc. $500 to support a scholarship payment YMCA Camp Mohawk / Cindy Morse Leadership Development Fund YMCA Camp Mohawk, Inc. $3,000 to support leadership development Youth Fund CHH Center for Youth & Families $2,500 to support substance abuse education, assessment, and treatment for youth CHH Center for Youth & Families $2,500 Youth in Philanthropy Grant to support the training of staff and the purchase of materials for teens with substance abuse and co-occurring disorders Housatonic Valley Coalition Against Substance Abuse $2,500 to support the Red Watchband Curriculum for 11th Grade Students at HVRHS Housatonic Youth Service Bureau $2,500 Youth in Philanthropy Grant to support contracting with a licensed professional specializing in the treatment of eating disorders Feliciano & Lydia Turri Zaccheo Fund Connecticut Rivers Council $250 in support of the Northwest Hills Mayor's Breakfast Southwest School $1,932 in support of the Mad Science Program Grants made possible by funding through the Connecticut Humanities Council Collaboration Barkhamsted Historical Society $700 in support of Old Barkhamsted Day Cornwall Historical Society $2,500 in support of Breaking the Mold: Radicals, Rebels & Reformers Hotchkiss Library of Sharon $1,500 in support of six scholar led sessions covering three books Norfolk Historical Society $3,000 in support of Village Hall: Culture and Community in Norfolk Torrington Historical Society $2,300 in support of the Walking Tour of Downtown Torrington s National Register Historic District The Polly and Wesley Strand and James L. Holmes Fund for Programs for Women and Children supported several multicultural events at The Licia & Mason Beekley Community Library held during school holidays. The program included: Author Leslie Bulion, A Taste of East Africa, a lively presentation full of the sounds, tastes, smells and sights of East Africa; Parents Choice Award-winning storyteller Motoko, Sumo Mice and Power Rice: Tales and Games from Japan ; and The Institute for American Indian Studies, Celebrate Earth s Gifts, which explored Native American Thanksgiving celebrations that honored the earth. 13

16 Northwest Conservation District, Northwest Connecticut Philanthropy Fund Work to Preserve the Naugatuck River The rain garden and paver topped parking lot on Main Street in Torrington filters storm water runoff from the streets and the roof of a neighboring building through water channels that lay three to four feet below the surface of the parking lot. At first glance, the stretch of stone surrounded by plantings on Main Street in Torrington looks like little more than a beautiful stone driveway. It is actually a porous paver parking area with a rain garden, both thoughtfully designed to protect the East Branch of the Naugatuck River. Funded in part by a grant from the Northwest Connecticut Philanthropy Fund at the Community Foundation, the parking area and rain garden function as a filter for pollutants that previously ran freely into the river. Once a dirt lot that fed pollutants from cars, the roof of a neighboring building, and sediments into the Naugatuck River, the land now protects the river from pollutants through the use of low impact development techniques, including permeable pavers, infiltration trenches, and a grass filter strip that eliminates storm-water runoff that flows into the river threatening fish habitats and polluting the river. The number one cause of pollution to river waters is stormwater runoff, and soil is the best filter, said Sean Hayden Executive Director of the Northwest Conservation District. The rain garden on Main Street filters stormwater runoff from the streets and the roof of a neighboring building through water channels that lay three to four feet below the surface of the parking lot. Below the stones, layers of stratified sand and gravel provide a natural filter that strips pollutants from the water before it reaches the Naugatuck River and its wildlife. 14 CREATE

17 2013 Scholarships Russell Anderson, Carmen Brooks Anderson, and Henry Vail Brooks Scholarship Fund Gail Boachie Sarah Dennis Huong Lam Janet Lee Erin Paretti Molly Sczucka Adnan Sheerzai Brittany Wilson Betsy L. Bertoli Patrick Baker Mae Casali Bonvicini Patrick Baker Erin Paretti Haven Peltier Russell F. Bruno Adam Evertz Jack & Ruth Calder Patrick Baker Steven A. Chupka Memorial Scholarship Fund Jessica Fretto Tim Considine Memorial Scholarship Fund Megan Calabrese Luke Pepper Dick Cooke Memorial Nicole Ann Kozlak Frances H. Ducci Corey DeSanti Jennifer Hislop Marion Wm. Edwards Hung Hsu Charles and Pierina Fossati Scholarship Fund Anthony Renzullo Friends of John Ponte Memorial Scholarship Fund Matthew DiSorbo Molly Hoekman Ben Stone Andrew Thai Diane and Jeff Johnson Amy Odenwaelder Natalie Phalen Earle R. Julian Courtney Dzurnak Chuck Pataky Memorial Richard Reynolds Michele Farley Pittler Hung Hsu Adnan Sheerzai Apolonia Stanulis Mikalia Adams Gregory Alex Braden Benge Jack Brotherton kevin Brown Brianna Cole Sheila DeLaRoca Sarah Dennis Corey DeSanti Julia Dombrowski Nicole Drost Devin Dziedzic Raneem El-Ayoub Maggie R. Finn John Grusauski Aliya Jasensky Michael Kelly Austin Kelson Stacy Kish Janet Lee Cody Lemieux Karla Lindquist Spencer Martin Natalie Moreau Devin Moore Amy Odenwaelder Kimberley Pepper Luke Pepper Mackenzie Peters Dustin Pfaender Kapri Pitz Wayne Purdy Ellery Rourk Karly Rust Kelli Schaller Adnan Sheerzai Amanda Spelbos Thienthanh Trinh Matthew Waldron Kimberly Wheeler Southwest School Scholarship In memory of Marion Wm. Edwards Chevona Markel Torrington High School Scholarships Cortlandt Avila Jairo Borja Raneem El-Ayoub Stephanie Bramble Megan Calabrese Brianna Cole Sheila DeLaRoca Adam Evertz Racquel Finello Jessica Hodge Austin Kelson Samantha Kissko Nicole Ann Kozlak Kathryn Kwasnick Zachary Clark Lange Courtney Magruder Melanie Mangco Chevona Markel Brian Ngork Jennifer Ortiz Haven Peltier Jagger Perusse Craig Peterson Lyndsey Peterson Ashley Rykhof Adnan Sheerzai Madeline Stenson Andrew Thai Thienthanh Trinh Taylor Zimmerman Torrington UNICO Foundation Scholarship Fund Rachel Beauregard Maryssa Brogis Megan Calabrese Robert Carlson Nicholas Chiravolo Sarah Dennis Kevin Finn Maggie R. Finn Jennifer Hislop Jessica Hodge Amanda Kitik Nicole Ann Kozlak Jill Moraski Siobhan O'Neil Luke Pepper Jagger Perusse Mary Traub Thienthanh Trinh Rebecca Waldron Albert C. and Rose Turri Stephen Blouin Michael Murelli United Nations Association of NW CT Scholarship for International Cooperation Ciana Creighton James P. & Mildred Gregg Zucco Shannon Bollard Breanna Fallon Phoebe Jordan-Reilly Amanda Mergenthaler Shannon Mitchell Devisha Patel Marissa Sartirana Mary Traub 2013 Academic Awards Peter G. Cerruto Memorial Fund Liam Brimmer Arthur R. Smith William Hoadley South Kent School Mollie and Louis Temkin Valedictory Award Fund Nathan Patenaude 15

18 Funds New Funds in 2013 CCT-Van Valkenburgh/Burkardt Stewardship Fund Tim Considine Memorial Established in honor of beloved community member, Tim Considine, the fund provides support to Torrington residents currently enrolled as seniors in a high school or vocational technical school who are seeking admission to an accredited university. Preference is given to students who participate in school and/or organized sports while demonstrating academic achievement, and a commitment to organized religion and display exemplary character through either extracurricular accomplishments or community service. Five Points Gallery Fund This non-endowed pass-through fund was established to support the charitable purposes of Five Points Gallery. Litchfield Garden Club Centennial Fund This agency fund was established to further the Litchfield Garden Club s charitable mission to educate members and the public in scientific and artistic methods of gardening, stimulate interest in horticulture, encourage and assist in civic beautification, raise environmental awareness and protect and conserve our national and historic heritage. The MacCallum Family Fund for Animal Welfare This field-of-interest fund provides for emergency medical care for sick, injured and/or neglected animals through emergency grants that support the treatment of animals brought to animal hospitals by good samaritans and animals whose owners are in need of financial assistance for their care. The Fund also supports efforts to educate the community about the care of animals. One Twenty One Fund This donor advised fund supports charitable, scientific and educational initiatives in Northwest CT. Torrington Veteran's Memorial Wall Fund This fund supports the maintenance of the Veteran's Memorial Wall located at 140 Main Street, Torrington as well as the Association's charitable work to honor and memorialize local veterans and educate the public about the role of local veterans throughout history. Unrestricted and Field of Interest Funds 1421 Opportunity Fund est This fund was created to assist at-risk teens in Northwest Connecticut. Roberta Lee August Fund est This fund was established to honor Miss. August, a longstanding Community Foundation volunteer. Bank of Boston Fund est Created by local executives at the then Bank of Boston, this permanent fund supports the Foundation and the communities it serves. Brooks Bank Fund est One of the first to be established at the Foundation, this fund was initiated by employees of the Torrington based Brooks Bank, which subsequently merged with Colonial Bank and Trust Company. John Brooks Fund est A prominent Torrington banker, Mr. Brooks established this endowment to assist area nonprofit organizations in perpetuity. Miriam Mason Cable Trust Fund est Established by Peter Cable, of Harwinton, in honor of his wife, this field-of-interest fund provides support for human service organizations dedicated to improving the quality of life for residents of the Greater Torrington area. Robert V. Carr Fund est This unrestricted fund directs much of its support to health and human service organizations, the library, and to organizations engaged in the promotion of the arts and the beautification of the community. Robert Venn Carr Jr. Fund est Founder of the Litchfield County Insurance and Travel Agency in Torrington, Mr. Carr established this endowed fund as a token of his appreciation and to enhance the quality of life for the people of the community. Eva M. Coty Fund est This fund was established by bequest to enhance the quality of life for citizens of Litchfield County. Critter Fund est Initiated by the Foundation, this fund supports nonprofit organizations in the Northwest Corner dedicated to animal welfare. Ruth and Robert Cron Endowment Fund est Established anonymously, this fund honors the memory of Ruth E. Cron. 16

19 Marion Wm. and Alice Edwards Fund est Established by a bequest of $2.75 million, this fund supports the crucial work of nonprofit organizations in the Foundation s service area for generations to come. Mr. and Mrs. Edwards, both educators with a long history of civic involvement, were dedicated to learning and devoted to Torrington. The Emeritus Fund Proceeds from this field-of-interest fund, which honors past members of the Foundation s Board of Directors for their dedicated service, are used to support the efforts of local nonprofits to enhance their governance. First National Bank of Litchfield Fund est This endowment supports the Foundation and the communities it serves in perpetuity. Fleet General Fund Friends Helping Children Fund est Torrington residents created this endowed fund to assist children with life-threatening illnesses and their families. Lucia Tuttle Fritz Fund est A lifelong resident of Torrington, Mrs. Fritz established this unrestricted fund through a bequest. Carlton D. Fyler and Jenny R. Fyler Fund est The Fylers created this endowment for public charitable use through a bequest in their wills. Anson and Caroline Catlin Hungerford Trust Fund est This field-of-interest fund, established by Mr. Newman Hungerford in memory of his parents, assists deserving residents of Harwinton with their hospital-related medical expenses. Kent Cultural Arts and Music Fund est This field-of-interest fund supports cultural programs within the Kent community with a preference for music-related programs that appeal to a wide audience. Keroden Endowed Fund est Established anonymously, this unrestricted fund enables the Foundation to meet a broad range of evolving community needs. Muff Maskovsky Fund est Established to honor a past chairman of the Foundation s board of directors, this fund especially contributes to education in Northwest Connecticut. Operations Fund est This fund allows individuals and businesses to contribute to the operating expense of the Community Foundation. Pierpont Chapter #49 Order of the Eastern Star Fund est This fund was established in memory of Deborah A. Goldthwaite, Past Matron of Pierpont Chapter #49 Order of the Eastern Star. Edwin M. Stone and Edith H. Stone Fund est Established through the estates of Mr. and Mrs. Stone, this fund supports nonprofit organizations in the Foundation s service area. Louis O. Thibeault Fund for the Advancement of Children s Education est This field-of-interest fund was established by Mr. Thibeault to advance the education of disadvantaged children by addressing obstacles to learning specifically related to their health, well-being and/or deficits in needed technology. The fund strives to enhance learning by assisting families of limited means with associated expenses. Torrington Club Fund est This fund established the original Torrington Area Foundation for Public Giving as a community foundation. Torrington Savings Bank Fund est Established by the management of the Torrington Savings Bank, this endowed fund supports the Foundation and the communities it serves. Torrington Savings Fund Margaret C. Tupper Fund est Established through a bequest in her will, Ms. Tupper s endowed fund will continue to improve the quality of life for future generations of Northwest Connecticut residents. United Way of Northwest CT Unrestricted Operating Fund est Proceeds from this designated fund are used primarily to support agency operations. Feliciano and Lydia Turri Zaccheo Fund est This endowed fund, which memorializes a well-known Torrington couple, helps to improve the lives of citizens in Northwest Connecticut. 17

20 Funds Donor-Advised and Designated Funds Barbara Oneglia Alvarez Tycienski (B.O.A.T.) Fund est This fund was established to support youth organizations within the Foundation s service area. Borghesi Family Fund est Created by Allan and Maria Borghesi, this fund helps to improve the quality of life in Northwest Connecticut. Susan A. Bruso Memorial Fund est Established in memory of Ms. Bruso, a Winsted resident who worked for many years in the technology industry, this fund supports charities in Norfolk and also awards annual scholarships to Botelle Elementary School graduates. The Buchanan Fund est A gift from the William E. and Josephine B. Buchanan Family Foundation, Inc., established this donoradvised fund, which supports area charitable organizations. The Canaan Foundation Funds est The Canaan Foundation, a nonprofit organization, established these community-specific funds to enhance the quality of life for residents of Canaan. Peter G. Cerruto Memorial Fund est Established by family and friends, this fund honors the memory of Mr. Cerruto, a life-long Torrington resident, and a World War II and Normandy Invasion veteran. Charter Oak Review Fund est This fund was established by Harry Harlow to manage the funds of Charter Oak Review, a nonprofit organization whose purpose is to support deserving writers. Susan F. Cogswell Memorial Fund est Established in memory of Ms. Cogswell, a lifelong Torrington resident and former state insurance commissioner known for her commitment to public service, this donor-advised fund supports charitable endeavors in Northwest Connecticut. The Cornwall Foundation General Fund est The Cornwall Foundation, Inc., is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents of Cornwall. Mary H. Coutant Fund for Rising Star Camp est Serving at-risk children aged 5 to 15, the club encourages healthy choices and goal-setting. Jeannine and Gerald Coutu Memorial Fund est This fund was established by the three Coutu children in honor of their parents, longtime residents of Canton. Draper Foundation Fund est The late Jim and Shirley Draper s gift of $30 million will forever serve as a testament to their exceptional kindness and generosity. One of the largest single gifts on record to a community foundation in the state of Connecticut, the fund benefits mainly local charitable organizations by making yearly grants to 19 nonprofits named by the Drapers, and through annual donoradvised grants. The Echo Valley Foundation Fund est Established anonymously, this donor-advised fund supports charitable, scientific or educational initiatives in Northwest Connecticut. Edwards Community Endowment Project Fund Grants from this fund are made to match (1:4) endowment monies raised by participating organizations. Elson-Slemmer Fund for the Environment est Established by Sandra Elson Slemmer and David Slemmer, this fund is used primarily for charitable, scientific or educational support relating to the protection of the natural environment, with a primary focus in Northwest Connecticut. Alfred J. Finn, M.D. Fund est In recognition of Dr. Finn s devotion to the community, his friends and family established this fund to assist the area s nonprofit organizations and to provide scholarships to deserving students. Friends of New Hartford Fund est Begun by longtime New Hartford resident David L. Childs, this fund provides grants to charitable organizations in New Hartford. Jim and Nancy Garfield Fund for the Arts est Established by Mr. and Mrs. Garfield, this fund supports the area s cultural life. Gillian and Polly Fund est This endowed fund supports Trinity Episcopal Church in Torrington and the Susan B. Anthony Project. Richard M. Gilman Memorial Fund est Mary Gilman began this fund to carry on the work of her late husband, Richard, whose efforts to help people extended from Torrington to Zimbabwe. Dr. John S. Glenn Fund for Nurses est Grants from this fund are used to benefit clinical staff at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital. The Wayne M. Gnazzo and Family Fund A lifelong Torrington resident, Mr. Gnazzo established this donor-advised fund to support charitable endeavors in Northwest Connecticut. 18

21 Holley-Doremus Fund est Established by the late Mary Holley Doremus, of Harwinton, with the remainder of a trust created during her lifetime, this designated fund provides grants to a variety of area charitable organizations. Keroden Designated Fund est Established anonymously, this fund provides support for clinical education at Charlotte Hungerford Hospital. Jeffrey and Susan Lalonde Community Betterment Fund est Established by Mr. and Mrs. Lalonde, this fund supports efforts to improve the quality of life in Litchfield County. Local Area Fund est Established anonymously, this fund furthers the philanthropic goals of a local donor family. Richard Leone COCC Fund est Mr. Leone, president of Avon-based COCC, established this fund to benefit local charities. Formerly Connecticut Online Computer Center, Inc., COCC is a leading provider of technology for community banks and other financial institutions in the region. Litchfield Community Center Music Fund est Established by the late Dan North, this endowed fund supports danceable music programs held at the Litchfield Community Center. Miles for Moe Fund Established by Torrington residents Emil and Colleen Renzullo, this donor-advised fund honors the memory of their son by supporting LARC s camp for children with and without special needs. The camp s namesake, Emil Moe Renzullo Jr., succumbed to leukemia in 2010 at age 12. Robert C. Miller and Carol H. Miller Fund est This fund benefits area charitable organizations. The Cara and Carl Muller Fund for Community Support est The Mullers created this fund to support emerging community needs. New Hartford Education Fund est Proceeds from this fund are used to support educational initiatives in the town of New Hartford. Northwest Connecticut Philanthropy Fund est This endowed fund, comprised of undesignated gifts to the Foundation, is used to support emerging community needs. The Molly O Connell Fund This donor-advised fund, established by family of the late Molly O Connell, supports charitable initiatives in Northwest Connecticut. Brian J. O Neil Memorial Fund est This fund was established in memory of Mr. O Neil, a native of Winsted, after his untimely death on December 3, 2004, at age 50. The husband of Gail Williams O Neil, Mr. O Neil was a respected businessman and graduate of The Gilbert School and Central Connecticut State University. Andrew Pike Memorial Fund est Established by family of the late Andrew Pike, this donor-advised fund supports charitable endeavors in Northwest Connecticut. John A. Ponte Memorial Fund est Established by Mr. Ponte s friends and family, this fund is named for a popular Torrington businessman. Rebensacla Fund est Established anonymously, this donor-advised fund supports charitable initiatives in Northwest Connecticut. JoAnn Ryan Fund est This fund was established to support various local charities. Polly and Wesley Strand and James L. Holmes Fund for Programs for Women and Children est Torrington businesswoman Susan Strand established this fund to honor her late parents, Polly and Wesley Strand, for their devotion to community service. Sue Grossman Still River Greenway Fund est Created by the Still River Greenway committees of Torrington and Winsted, this fund supports the construction of a five-mile path for bicycling and walking between the towns. The Suter Fund est This donor-advised fund was established by William P. Suter of Lakeville to assist worthy charitable organizations in Northwest Connecticut. Seth L. Tracy Memorial Fund for Special Needs est Established by the family of Seth Leo Tracy, this fund honors his memory with grants to organizations that serve individuals with special needs. Weigold Family Fund est This fund awards annual grants to nonprofit organizations that assist children with disabilities or terminal illnesses. The Women & Girls Fund est Established by area civic-minded women, this endowed fund addresses challenges faced by women and girls in Northwest Connecticut. Youth Fund est This endowed fund provides grants recommended by young philanthropists who participate in the Community Foundation s Youth in Philanthropy (YIP) council. 19

22 Funds 20 Designated Agency and Agency Pass-through Funds Mary Ellen Adamo est Established by the family of Mary Ellen Adamo to honor her memory, this fund provides tuition assistance to female students at Torrington s Nutmeg Conservatory for the Arts. American Legion Post 46 Fund for Goshen Community Care and Hospice, Inc. est Established with donations from the legion post, this fund is used to support the work of Goshen Community Care and Hospice. The Licia and Mason Beekley Community Library Endowment Fund est This designated agency fund was established to support the long-term needs of the Library. The Beekley Library Funds est A collection of designated agency funds used to support capital improvements to the library and for maintenance of the library s piano and gardens. Celestial Gaits Therapeutic Riding Center Fund est This agency pass-through fund provides operational support for the Center. Chore Service Endowment Fund est This designated agency fund supports The Chore Service, Inc. in perpetuity, a nonprofit that helps senior and disabled residents of Canaan, Cornwall, Falls Village, Kent, Norfolk, Salisbury and Sharon stay at home safely and independently. The Cancer Care Fund of the Litchfield Hills est The Center for Cancer Care, Inc. provides financial and emotional support to cancer patients and their families. The Center for Cancer Care Endowment Fund also supports The Center for Cancer Care. Cornwall Conservation Trust Funds est These funds are used for land acquisition and management, with the aim of preserving unspoiled open space for the benefit of the community at large. A Student Grants Fund provides scholarships for Region 1 students who demonstrate a concern for the environment. Cornwall Historical Society Endowment Fund est This endowed fund supports the charitable, scientific and educational purposes of the Cornwall Historical Society with current income and long-term stability. Cornwall Library Endowment Fund est Established through the Edwards Community Endowment Project, this permanent fund contributes to the library s long-term stability. Falls Village Children s Theater Company Building Fund est This fund supports cultural enrichment through theatrical and performing arts and arts education in the Falls Village community. Foundation for Norfolk Living Fund est This agency pass-through fund is used to support the charitable purposes of The Foundation for Norfolk Living, Inc. Bernice H. Harmon Hospice Fund est This endowed fund provides current income and longterm protection for the operations of the Goshen Community Care and Hospice, Inc. Friends of Hospice Funds est and 2007 Multiple agency funds are used to support Friends of Hospice, the foremost provider of services for terminally ill residents of Litchfield, Harwinton and Torrington. Goshen Community Care and Hospice Fund est Proceeds from this fund are used to help finance health care in the town of Goshen, especially for the elderly and chronically ill. Goshen Historical Society Funds est This fund supports the long-term needs of the Goshen Historical Society. Goshen Public Library Endowment Fund est This fund supports the Goshen Public Library in perpetuity. Harwinton Library Friends Fund est This fund supports the Harwinton Public Library as well as charitable scientific or educational initiatives in Harwinton. Heritage Land Preservation Trust Funds est These funds are used to support the charitable purposes of the Heritage Land Preservation Trust. Theodore A. Hungerford Memorial Museum Association Endowment Fund est This designated agency fund supports the museum and its mission in perpetuity. The Little Guild Endowment Fund est This fund provides for the long-term needs and supports the charitable efforts of the Little Guild of Saint Francis for the Welfare of Animals, Inc., a shelter for homeless pets located in West Cornwall. The Little Guild Operational Fund est This endowed fund provides income and long-term protection for the operations of The Little Guild of Saint Francis Northwestern Connecticut YMCA Funds est These agency funds are used to provide operational support and to perpetuate the charitable purposes of the Northwestern Connecticut YMCA. Northwestern Connecticut YMCA Youth Leadership Fund est This designated agency fund was established to support the YMCA s efforts to nurture the development and leadership potential of area children and teens.

23 Railroad Museum of New England Hazel Koch Fund est Proceeds from this fund will be used to support the Railroad Museum of New England in perpetuity. The River Stewards of Tomorrow Fund est Proceeds from this designated agency endowment support the Housatonic Valley Association s conservation efforts by educating and training future generations to be stewards of the environment. Susan B. Anthony Project Endowment Fund est This permanent fund is used to support the Susan B. Anthony Project and its affiliated agencies, if any. Susan B. Anthony Capital Improvement Reserve Fund est This designated agency fund is used primarily to support the Susan B. Anthony Project, although grants may be recommended to any qualified nonprofit organization, regardless of service location. Lee Tangarone Memorial Fund for Children's Programs and Collections est This non-endowed fund supports children's books, materials and programming at the Licia & Mason Beekley Community Library Torrington Arts in Education Fund est With the belief that arts education enriches all academic experience and enhances skills, such as reading, writing and mathematics, this fund was established by the Torrington Public Schools to improve arts education throughout the district by partnering with area arts organizations to broaden students exposure and appreciation of the arts. Torrington-Winsted Rotary Fund est The Torrington Rotary established this fund to support its continued service to the community. United Way of Northwest Connecticut s 1943 Society Fund est This endowed fund supports the local United Way s ongoing operations. Washington Art Association Fund est This designated agency fund was established at the Foundation to support the charitable purposes of the Washington Art Association. Winsted Area Child Care Center Endowment Fund est This fund provides current income and long-term security for the Winsted Area Child Care Center. Wisdom House Endowment Fund est This endowment provides funding to support the mission of Wisdom House, a center for spiritual growth since YMCA Camp Mohawk / Arlene Foulds Memorial Fund est Proceeds from this permanent fund, established in memory of Arlene Foulds, are used to support the YMCA s Camp Mohawk for Girls. YMCA Camp Mohawk / Cindy Morse Leadership Development Fund est Proceeds from this fund, established in memory of Cindy Morse and her inspirational leadership as a director and trustee of the camp, are used to support the YMCA s Camp Mohawk for Girls in perpetuity. Resources Dedicated to the Critical Needs of Area Residents Lena S. Benas Memorial Fund est Grants (made possible by funding from the Bank of America) from this trust fund assist under-resourced residents of Litchfield, Torrington, Harwinton, Goshen and Cornwall, with preference for Litchfield residents. Caleb J. Camp Trust Fund Originally begun as a trust almost one hundred years ago to honor a prominent Winsted benefactor, this field-of-interest fund assists under-resourced residents of the town who have lived there for at least five years. Marion Isabell Coe Fund est Grants (made possible by funding from the Bank of America) from this trust fund assist under-resourced residents of Litchfield, Warren, Morris and Goshen, with preference for Litchfield residents. 21

24 s 22 Russell Anderson, Carmen Brooks Anderson and Henry Vail Brooks Scholarship est This fund provides scholarships to graduating seniors from Torrington High School who plan to major in industrial arts, teaching or nursing. Recipients are chosen based on financial need, academic excellence, character and citizenship. Betsy L. Bertoli Scholarship est Recipients of this scholarship are graduates of Torrington High School who plan to pursue a career in accounting or business administration/management. Mae Casali Bonvicini Scholarship est This scholarship was established to benefit outstanding graduates of Torrington High School with financial need who are pursuing degrees at four-year colleges or technical schools. Fred and Josephine Bruni Scholarship est Established by family of the late Fred Bruni, this fund provides scholarship support for area students pursuing post-secondary degrees. Russell F. Bruno Scholarship est This fund provides an annual award to a Torrington High School graduate who has excelled in English and plans to pursue college studies in writing, literature, journalism or related fields. Jack and Ruth Calder Scholarship est This scholarship benefits a deserving high school graduate from Barkhamsted, Colebrook, Goshen, Hartland, Harwinton, Litchfield, New Hartford, Norfolk, Torrington or Winsted. Steven A. Chupka Memorial Scholarship est Recipients are graduates of Oliver Wolcott Technical High School who demonstrate financial need, academic merit and community service. Preference may be given to students with an academic focus in electronics, but students pursuing other fields of study also are eligible to apply. Dick Cooke Memorial Scholarship est This fund benefits Torrington High School graduates who demonstrate financial need, academic merit and community service. Frances H. Ducci Scholarship est Mrs. Ducci, who was a resident of New Hartford, established this endowed scholarship fund to benefit graduates of a public high school in the Foundation s service area. Marion Wm. Edwards Scholarship est This scholarship benefits Torrington High School graduates who are continuing in Italian studies. Charles and Pierina Fossati Scholarship est Established through a bequest by Eleanor Fossati in memory of her parents, this scholarship is awarded to Torrington High School graduates who demonstrate financial need, exemplary character and academic achievement. Italian-American Republican Club Scholarship est Recipients are Torrington residents of Italian descent entering their junior or senior year of college who are majoring in political science, government, history or pre-law. Diane and Jeff Johnson Scholarship est This scholarship fund benefits Goshen residents based on financial need and extracurricular accomplishments. Earle R. Julian Scholarship est Established by Elizabeth Julian in memory of her late brother, this scholarship benefits past graduates of St. Anthony School, in Winsted, who plan to pursue a career in accounting. Kenneth K. Mills Scholarship est Per the will of Mr. Mills, this fund provides scholarships to Shepaug Valley Regional High School graduates who will be attending Rutgers University. Chuck Pataky Memorial est This scholarship supports graduating senior(s) at Torrington High School who participate in athletics and demonstrate exceptional character, effort, and determination despite challenging life circumstances. Michele Farley Pittler Scholarship est This memorial fund provides scholarships to Torrington High School graduates based on financial need, academic merit and community service. Friends of John Ponte Memorial Scholarship est Established in tribute to a prominent Torrington businessman and community activist who died unexpectedly in 2004 at age 44, this fund provides scholarship support for graduating high school athletes who exemplify traits possessed by Mr. Ponte, including character, leadership, scholarship and athletic achievement. Alan Silano Memorial Scholarship est Arthur R. Smith Scholarship est This fund was established in memory of a venerable teacher at The South Kent School. Each year, the faculty designates a scholarship recipient who exemplifies traits possessed by Mr. Smith, including intellectual curiosity, moral integrity and a sense of humor.

25 Southwest School Scholarship in memory of Marion Wm. Edwards est Established in memory of Marion Wm. Edwards by his wife, the late Alice Fabro Edwards, this fund makes an annual award to a Torrington High School graduate who also graduated from Southwest Elementary School in Torrington. Apolonia Stanulis Scholarship est Through a bequest in his will, Vincent J. Stanulis established this endowment to honor his mother. Recipients are residents of the Foundation s service area who are entering any year of undergraduate or graduate school. Torrington High School Scholarships est Nearly 50 scholarships may be awarded annually to Torrington High School graduates based on financial need, academic merit and citizenship/community service. Torrington UNICO Foundation Scholarships est A composite of 14 annual awards named for prominent community leaders and UNICO members, these scholarships assist area youth with the cost of higher education in perpetuity. Albert C. and Rose Turri Scholarship est Established by family of the late Albert C. Turri, this scholarship supports area students pursuing postsecondary degrees in the fields of electrical engineering or electronics. The fund honors Mr. Turri s legacy as founder, in 1946, of Turri Electric Co. United Nations Association of NW Connecticut Scholarship for International Cooperation est Established in memory of Lisl C. Standen, this scholarship benefits graduates of public high schools in Northwest Connecticut. Recipients demonstrate academic merit, interest in international issues, foreign language proficiency and a commitment to social betterment. Westside School Association/Harry Arsego Memorial Scholarship est This scholarship is used to assist students attending the Warner Center for Performing Arts with tuition expenses. The Who Wants to Change the World Fund est This fund supports an annual essay contest among regional high school students leading to community improvements through legislation. James P. and Mildred Gregg Zucco Scholarship est Recipients are graduates of The Gilbert School, Oliver Wolcott Technical High School and Northwest Regional District 7 High School. Selection is based on financial need, academic merit and community service. Charitable Remainder Trusts Joshua Girolimon CRT Fund est Established by the family of Joshua Girolimon to support his medical needs during his lifetime. In the future, the Foundation will use proceeds from the remainder of the trust to make grants. Frank R. and Vivienne V. Vanoni CRT Fund est Established by Dr. Vanoni and his late wife, Vivienne, this fund provides income for Dr. Vanoni during his lifetime. In the future, the Foundation will use proceeds from the remainder of the trust to make grants. I have known I would be a nurse as long as I can remember. Helping people is part of who I am. Amy Odenwaelder, 2013 Diane and Jeff Johnson Scholarship recipient. In 2013, The Diane and Jeff Johnson supported students working toward degrees in nursing and biological medical sciences. 23

26 Supporting Organizations A supporting organization is a grant-making organization that operates as a public charity due to its close connection with The Community Foundation. Converting a private foundation into a supporting organization enables foundation holders to avoid the administrative work associated with managing a private foundation, and eliminates rigorous operating restrictions and tax regulations that govern private foundations. Holders of private foundations often convert their foundations to supporting organizations or donoradvised funds. Supporting organizations benefit from public charity status and maintain the independence of a separate board of directors with grant-making responsibilities, but avoid the burden of meeting a public support test because they operate under the umbrella of the Community Foundation. Directors enjoy a high amount of involvement in their philanthropy while benefiting from the Community Foundation s expertise in grant, investment, and administrative support. Foundation for Community Health Foundation for Community Health supports organizations that work to maintain and improve the physical and mental health of residents* served by Sharon Hospital and organizations that provide community healthcare services within those areas. *Canaan, Cornwall, Cornwall Bridge, Warren, East Canaan, Falls Village, Goshen, Kent, Lakeville, Lime Rock, Norfolk, Salisbury, Sharon, South Kent, Taconic, West Cornwall in Connecticut, as well as the New York communities of Amenia, Ancram, Ancramdale, Copake, Copake Falls, Dover Plains, Millbrook, Millerton, Pine Plains, Stanfordville, Wassaic and Wingdale. The John T. and Jane A. Wiederhold Foundation The John T. and Jane A. Wiederhold Foundation was created for the purpose of protecting and improving the welfare of animals of all kinds with a focus on cats and dogs, the promotion of veterinary programs and, the protection of wildlife, including endangered species, flora and fauna. 24

27 Nonprofit Fiscal Sponsorship The Community Foundation of Northwest CT understands that effective and innovative nonprofits often arise at the grassroots level with important goals and immediate work to do, but that securing charitable status from the IRS even on a fast track can take up to a year. We support these growing nonprofits through our Nonprofit Sponsorship program, assisting volunteers to raise tax-exempt money, so volunteers can continue working within their communities, while completing the sometimes formidable administrative work involved in forming a new corporation. Community Foundation Fiscal Sponsorship, Miriam Mason Cable Trust Fund supports Hope and Love In early 2013, Hope and Love Option (HALO) of Bethlehem, CT had a mission, a Board of Directors, motivated volunteers and donors who believed in providing care to abandoned and abused PMU* foals and nurse mares, so they could live happily and healthfully and eventually help veterans and others recovering from abuse or experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder. What they didn t have was a 501(c)(3) status. Hope and Love Option President Nanette Dieterle reached out to the Community Foundation about a nonprofit sponsorship. Just a few days later, Hope and Love Option had accepted $750 in donations. Months later, they received their much anticipated charitable status with the IRS and were working toward their goals to rescue and rehabilitate foals and nurse mares. Nanette Dieterle of HALO with Raffi and Marnin who arrived HALO in 2011, just a few months old and orphaned. A $2,000 grant from the Miriam Mason Cable Trust Fund helped HALO establish a web site, providing much needed visibility for HALO and its mares and foals as well as the the ability to accept donations online. * PMU: The urine of pregnant mares is used in the manufacturing of premarin, human female hormone replacement medication. IMPROVE 25

28 2013 Gifts/Contributions 26 Anthony "Frank" Amicone Memorial In memory of Angela Amicone Josephine Bruni Patricia and James Crocker Pamela and Paul Dzurilla Brooke and Sean Harris Joanne Hausmann Marie and Carmel Indomenico Marie C. Gervasini Patricia and John Keefe Angela Mazzoli Claire McDonald Elizabeth and Jaime Michalec Elena and Pasquale Milone Carolyn and Dana Mosher Torrington Woman's Club Marijo and Michael Weik Roberta Lee August Fund Patty and Guy Rovezzi Barbara Oneglia Alvarez Tycienski (B.O.A.T.) Fund The Francis J. & Louisa J. Oneglia Foundation, Inc. Jayne and Leo Martigneni in memory of George Oneglia Cathy and Gregory Oneglia in memory of Barbara Oneglia Alvarez Tyzinski Torrington Winsted Area Rotary Club The Licia & Mason Beekley Community Library Endowment Fund The Licia & Mason Beekley Community Library Betsy L. Bertoli Christine and John Koplas Borghesi Family Fund Maria and Allan Borghesi Susan A. Bruso Memorial Fund Mayona Kirtland Jack & Ruth Calder Scholarship Fund Margaret and Robert Murphy Penelope and Clement Sidlosky The Cancer Care Fund of the Litchfield Hills During 2013, more than 340 individuals donated more than $81,000 to the Cancer Care Fund, most in honor of loved ones. For a complete list of gifts, please contact The Cancer Care Fund of the Litchfield Hills at PO Box 1801 Litchfield, CT CCT-Van Valkenburgh/Burkardt Stewardship Fund Lawrence Van Valkenburgh Peter G. Cerruto Memorial Fund Joan Altschuler William G. Harding Judy and Per Staubo Chore Service Endowment Fund Elizabeth Jefferies Mary Anne and Alexander Toppan Phyllis Wojan Steven A. Chupka Memorial RiverSource Life Insurance Company Geraldine Zimmerman in memory of Paul Zimmerman Tim Considine Memorial Glen Aeschliman Joan and David Darling Teresa and Stephen Drew Michael A. Evans Fairfield County Board of Approved Basketball Officials Go Permits LLC Peter Hill Susan and Darren Hongo Maureen O'Neil Plan B, LLC R & D Graphics, LLC Brad Richmond William Steindl Paul W. Summers Paul Tinkham Ryan Toole Charles Vacca Michelle Yackel in memory of Tim Considine in memory of William Guilmart Patricia and Allan Bredice Cheryl Considine SAP Labs, LLC Nancy and Michael St. Pierre Stacie and Glenn Vaill Lauren and James Guilmart in memory of William Guilmart and Tim Considine Cornwall Foundation General Fund Bee Simont The Cornwall Foundation, Inc. Mary H. Coutant Fund for Rising Star Camp Roberta Lee August in honor of Sandra Roberts and Mary Coutant s birthdays Essie and Peter Humphrey Sandra Roberts Patty and Guy Rovezzi Jeanne Ruwet and Thomas Howard Torrington Winsted Area Rotary Club Robert G. Doyle Memorial Marcia Doyle Maletta Pfeiffer & Associates, LLC Mary Ellen and Ronald Peasley Draper Foundation Fund Estate of James L. Draper, Jr. Frances H. Ducci Elaine and Paul Dinto Geraldine and Edward Walsh in memory of Frances H. Ducci The Echo Valley Foundation Fund Anonymous (s) The Emeritus Fund Roberta Lee August in honor of William G. Harding for his leadership as Chairman of the Board and James O Leary for his leadership as a Board member and Chairperson of Governance Evelyn and Khurshed Bhumgara in memory of Anita Janco Victoria and Fran Patrick in memory of Anita Janco and in honor of Jim O Leary Mary Petersen in memory of Fred Petersen Patty and Guy Rovezzi in honor of Jim O'Leary and in memory of Fred Petersen Friends of New Hartford Fund Jane and Matthew Allyn Ann and Travers Auburn Anne Bailey Patricia Bayette Anita and William Baxter Elaine and James Bourgoin Maryann and Edward Chicoski Ellen and David Childs Josephine and Arthur Cisco Cristina and Kenneth Crooke Robin and Wells Cunningham Jean Darlington and Eduardo Marchena

29 Denise and Michael Devins Eloise and Richard Farmer Patricia and Arnold Goldstein Kathleen and Michael Grimaud Sue and Blake Hall Vicki and Ken Hawkins Amy Hudak Wendy and Alan Jacobs Genevieve and Victor Jarm Colleen and Frederick Jeans Katherine and Jim Kinane Melanie Kirkpatrick and Jack David Terry and Matthew Klim Margot and David Krimmel Patty and Richard Marshall Jo and Donald McCurdy Marie and Terrence Moreschi Sheila and Paul Moses Barbara and Lanny Moskowitz New Hartford Fishing Derby Julie and Andrew Ossolinski Barbara and Eric Ottoson Susan and Donal Phillips Caryl and Anthony Pucino Nancy and Norman Rogers Patricia and Keith Rogozinski John Russo Karin Schneider and Robert Krzys Noeleen and Paul Soraghan Ann and Robert Switzgable Robert Tonkin Torrington Savings Bank Cynthia and William Welch Virginia and Robert Worrest Lincoln Young Jim & Nancy Garfield Fund for the Arts Ann and Sandy Mazeau General CFNWCT Jean Cilfone in memory of Irving Patterson Dr. John S. Glenn Fund for Nurses Helen Trubek Glenn Bernice H. Harmon Hospice Fund Goshen Community Care & Hospice Harwinton Library Friends Fund Harwinton Library Friends, Inc. Diane and Jeff Johnson Diane and Jeff Johnson Keroden Endowed Fund Anonymous Jeffrey and Susan Lalonde Community Betterment Fund Torrington Savings Bank Torrington Winsted Area Rotary Club Litchfield Garden Club Centennial Fund Litchfield Garden Club The Little Guild Endowment Fund Edward Gasser in memory of Terri Gasser Local Area Fund Anonymous The MacCallum Family Fund for Animal Welfare April Feathers Marlene and James Gagnon Shirley MacCallum Stephanie McAuliffe Nicole Moran and Garrett Larkin Aurora and Leonel Ramos in memory of Chelsea Miles for Moe Fund Philip Alexander All Star Storage-Torrington, LLC Lisbeth and Michael Baca Mary and Otto Barker Vincent Basquin Mary and Jeffrey Batterton Katherine and Charles Beyer Kelly Bossidy Maria and Allan Borghesi Bowen Agency, LLC Brandywine Senior Living, LLC Ann-Francis and Russell Butts Gary Capitanio Carmela and Gerard Carbone Carbone children: Matthew, Marcus, Nick, Sara and Jackson Matthew Carbone in memory of Moe Carbone's Market Steven Caruso Dino Casali Center School Gladys Cerruto Chamberlin Granite Co., LLC Charlotte Hungerford Hospital Administration CKG Associates, LLC Joseph Coe Karen and Joseph Coe Jean and Robert Collins Collins Technical Services Company Cook Funeral Home Drs. Coutant, Sederquist, Nebor & Clauss Dr. J. Michael Curi D.A.N.C.E. by Kristin Corrine D'Angelo Carol Deane Barbara and Paul Denza Anne Marie and Bernie Doyle Dmytryck Painting, LLC Barbara Dobos Ronald Dukenski John Fabbri Cathleen Falk s class in honor of Cathleen Falk Susan and James Farley Robin Feret Nicole and Robert Fragione Martha Gallagher Mary and Andrew Giordano Jonathan Gouthier Melissa Grauel and Douglas Craig Mary Jane and Richard Gryniuk Global Impact Heitkamp, Inc. Irene and Vincent Hricko Jimmy's Store King, King & Associates Nancy and Joseph Laganga Mary Ellen and Joseph Latulipe Norma and Jack Leavitt Sally and Joseph Lefkowski Litchfield Ford Lindell Fuels, Inc. Litchfield Bancorp Litchfield Prime Meats and Provisions LLC Livingston, Adler, Pulda, Meiklejohn & Kelly PC Logan & Mencuccini, LLP Linda and Robert Lundberg Mark Malloy Dr. Markowski Maria Seymour Brooker Memorial Diana Mason Mescall & Acosta Michael A. Carbone Building Contractor, Inc. Elizabeth and Jaime Michalec Joseph Mitchell Modern Barber Shop New Hartford Naturopathic Health Center, LLC North Torrington Veterinary Hospital Northwest Community Bank Northwest Hills Credit Union O&G Industries Karen Osborne Andrew Pace Pauline and John Palladino Gary Parsons Susan and John Pelchat Pelletier Mechanical Services, LLC Petricone's Torrington Pharmacy Jeanne and Gregory Picklesimer Kathleen Petito Mary Ann Poinelli 27

30 2013 Gifts/Contributions 28 Prudential Premier Homes Jorge Rabat Colleen and Emil Renzullo David Renzullo Christine and Michael Rosa Laurie Sablak Conrad Sienkiewicz Judith and George Smith Sarris Specialties, Inc. Lisa and Michael Soliani Gregory Susla Jeannine M. Talbot, Esq. Albert Thebarge Susan and James Thebarge in honor of the Renzullo Family The Cut Above Theroux, Nowell & Stoughton, LLC Torrco Torringford School Torrington Health and Rehabilitation Center Torrington Savings Bank Susan and Anthony Trivella Clarice and Rich Tronina Union Savings Bank Sanda and John Ursone Helen Villazon Anthony Wall, Jr., Esq Lee Ann Ward Winchester Industries, Inc. Wisdom House Retreat and Conference Center in memory of Butch Iannotti Zeller Tire Co, Inc. The Cara and Carl Muller Fund for Community Support Carl's True Value Carl's True Value in memory of Amelia Upton Torrington Rotary Club New Hartford Education Fund Ace Marketing and Sales Bakerville Library The Home Depot Jeanine Fund Raisers, Inc. Marandino's Foods, Inc. Microcare Corporation New Hartford Business Council New Hartford Education Foundation New Hartford Land Trust New Hartford Woman s Club Northwest Community Bank Peggy's Personalized Promos Sally Austin-Fitzpatrick Torrington Savings Bank Northwest Connecticut Philanthropy Fund Anonymous (s) Roberta Lee August in memory of Grace and Dick Banelli Barron Financial Group in honor of Barron Financial Clients South Side Cafe, LLC In memory of Grace Banelli Judith Caravati Maxine Fisher Helen LaPorta Elmira Oneglia Victoria and Fran Patrick Ann and Nicholas Russo Jane Ann Thomas Toffolon Sunshine Fund Northwestern Connecticut YMCA Fund Northwestern Connecticut Northwestern Connecticut YMCA Endowment Fund Northwest Connecticut YMCA Northwestern Connecticut YMCA Youth Leadership Fund Torrington Winsted Area Rotary Club The Molly O'Connell Fund Corky and John Lavieri in memory of Stephen Kucky Patty and Guy Rovezzi Brian J. O'Neil Memorial Fund David Dolinsky Family Fund Eleanor P. Gunn Terry and Todd Hall William G. Harding Gail O'Neil One Twenty One Fund Hope S. Childs Pass Through Grants Fund Connecticut Main Street Center, Inc. Melissa and Michael Conway, Sr. Dorothea and Joseph Dubyel Bernice Duffy Teresa Gaskins in honor of 6th grade PAL basketball team coaches: Kevin Considine, Allen Nilsson, John Navin and Eddie Litchfield Bancorp Kathy and Tom Mettling National Iron Bank Patty and Guy Rovezzi Thomas Howard and Jeanne Ruwet Salisbury Bank and Trust Company Torrington Savings Bank Union Savings Bank Webster Bank, N.A. In memory of Tim Considine Lynnette Hardisty-Capitanio Wendy Fedor Helen Waldron Consulting, LLC Oliver Wolcott Technical High School basketball fundraiser Patricia and Matthew Malley St. Anthony School THS Math Department Torrington Middle School Staff vs. Students Basketball Game William Tierney Jr. Sharon and Richard Valerio Thomas Werner In memory of Thomas T.J. Zappulla Connecticut Association of Realtors, Inc. Robin and Michael Magistrali Mark O'Malley Andrew Pike Memorial Fund Hope Hutchinson Friends of John Ponte Memorial City of Torrington Rebensacla Fund Anonymous (s) The River Stewards of Tomorrow Fund Sheila Baird George Davidson Margaret and Dr. John Larkin Joan Lynton Carol Mitchell Renee Ward JoAnn Ryan Fund Roberta Lee August in honor of JoAnn Ryan s birthday In honor of JoAnn Ryan United Way Women of the Year Award Sherri and Kyle Dadomo Anita and Mark Rosa Lauren Smith

31 Susan B. Anthony Project Endowment Fund Elisabeth Gill Susan B. Anthony Project Lee Tangarone Memorial Fund for Children s Programs and Collections Sue and Blake Hall Louis O. Thibeault Fund for the Advancement of Children's Education Louis Thibeault Frank "Frankie" J. McGowan, Jr. Memorial Brenda and David Paniati Patricia Volpe in memory of Frank J. McGowan Sr. and Volpe family In memory of Frank J. McGowan Sr. Joan and Stephen Altschuler Ann Barbor Esther and David Bennett Catherine and Bruce Betts Enis Borghesi John Briotti Patricia Cahill Marie Caputo Mary Carbone Center for Cancer Care in Torrington Dorothy and Kenneth Delaney Judith and John Dunne Edward E. Sullivan Senior Center Jean Fedor Marlene and David Frigo Marcia and Francis Gauthier Beth and Paul Gozdeck Renate Higgins Charles Hoyt and Roger Parkman Terry Johnston Leslie and Mark Langenheim Sr. Patricia and Ray Leoni Raphaella and Daniel Maselli Patricia and Francis Mercier Mary Ellen Minogue Barbara Onderdonk Claudia and Louis Paniati Kim and Jeff Paniati Gloria and Raymond Peach Antoinette Proto, the Ferruccis, and the Danzs Elizabeth and Willard Reynolds Patricia and David Sargolini Pamela and Mark Sears Mary Ann and Lou Seiser Ida Shiner Torrington High School Athletic Booster Club Gina and Thomas Vitale Lisa and Wayne Zagrodnik Carla and Vincent Zavorskas Jeff Stannard Memorial Darlene and Lucian Stannard Torrington UNICO Foundation Richard Childs and John Funt Annamarie Corrolo Judith and Peter Lynch Janet and Robert Petricone Petricone's Torrington Pharmacy Torrington Chapter of UNICO In memory of Anne Petricone Corinne and Dino Casali Community Health & Wellness Center of Greater Torrington Carole Anne Conner Carole and James Conner Marilyn and Edward Cramer Patty and John Creighton Jeanne and William Danaher Shirley Delaney Carmen DiChillo Marilyn and Thomas Doyle Rita-Claire and Robert Doyle Mary and George English Marlene and David Frigo Susan and Michael Fritch Janet Gagnon Joseph Gelormino Ann Gensch George H. Christian & Co. Darlene and Daniel Gerardi Marlene and George Hartnett Helen Hubert Janine LaPlante, Brynn Giguere- Campbell, Chrissy Guglielmino, Donna Williams, and Carlene Kosakowski Santo LoBrutto Maria Lovallo Judith and Peter Lynch Maletta Pfeiffer & Associates, LLC Angela and Kevin Medico Murphy's Pharmacy, Inc. Northeast Pharmacy Service Corporation Northwest Connecticut Emergency Medicine PC Our Lady of the Valley Regional School Faculty and Staff Debra and Peter Pasquale James Petonito Dierdre and Joseph Petricone Jr. Janet and Robert Petricone Stephen Petricone Alma Peveri Carolyn and P. Trent Pierce Karen and Dean Pisante Timothy Pusch Linda and Robert Samele Lillian and Peter Sivaslian Andrew Sokolik Marguerite and Everett Spiegelhalter in memory of Anne Petricone Nancy and Michael St. Pierre R. Thomas Crovo Tax Collector, LLC Maryanne and Robert Summa Laurie and Robert Szabo Dominic Toce, Debra Lopardo, Janice Toce-Lesieur, and Karin Morin Torrington Chapter of UNICO Torrington Savings Bank Caroline and Mustafa Ugurlu Kathryn Vinal Ward Winegar Rita and James Zeller The Torrington-Winsted Rotary Fund Torrington Winsted Area Rotary Club in memory of Pat Fuoco and Elmer Bazzolo, Alfred Maraia; Bianka Taylor; Elizabeth Viarengo and Paul Freedman Carl s True Value in memory of Elmer Bazzolo, Pat Fuoco, Alfred Maraia, and Bianka Taylor Torrington Veteran's Memorial Wall Fund City of Torrington Albert C. and Rose Turri Heather and Raymond Turri Ronald Turri YMCA Camp Mohawk / Arlene Foulds Memorial Fund Essie and Peter Humphrey Hope Hutchinson YMCA Camp Mohawk / Cindy Morse Leadership Development Fund Hope Hutchinson Youth Fund Friday Fun Day Proceeds Judy and Per Staubo 29

32 Foundation-Initiated Funds 30 Critter Fund Established by the Foundation in 2005, this endowed fund supports charitable organizations in Northwest Connecticut dedicated to animal welfare. The Critter Fund assists with shelter, rescue and adoption, training, prevention of cruelty, spaying and neutering, elderly companionship, services to the disabled and wildlife preservation. Animals play a vital role in our quality of life and, as such, are worthy of human concern and empathy. Supporters of the Critter Fund are dedicated to this premise and, by contributing to the fund, demonstrate their support of animal-related causes. For more information about the Critter Fund or to learn how you can support its mission, visit or call Critter Fund 2013 Contributors $1,000 and above Nichols & Pratt, LLP on behalf of Libby Borden, trustee of the Katharine Bradford Foundation $100-$249 Roberta Lee August in memory of Daphane Tillotson and Caymus Mettling, Henry & Tinkerbell Helt, Casper Fischer, Chip Grant Essie and Peter Humphrey Up to $99 Jill O'Brien The Women & Girls Fund The Women & Girls Fund, initiated by the Community Foundation in 1999, provides a unique philanthropic opportunity for community-minded women in Northwest Connecticut who are committed to improving the lives of area women and girls by raising awareness and pooling resources. By supporting the fund, women: Help to advance the welfare of local women and girls Network with women who share similar interests and values Help women and girls make strategic and informed decisions about their philanthropy Join a dynamic group that empowers other women In a generous show of support, the State Auto Insurance Group has contributed $20,000 over four years to advance the mission of The Women & Girls Fund. This funding is helping to advance the welfare of local women and girls by meeting their real-life needs and by identifying opportunities to transform their lives. For more information about The Women & Girls Fund or to learn how you can support its mission, visit or call The Women & Girls Fund 2013 Contributors $5,000 and above State Auto Insurance Companies $1,000 and above Deborah Bono Tillotson Alexis de Tocqueville Society Nancy Wadhams $500-$999 Josephine Jones $250-$499 Anna and J. Richard Heys Heidi Picard-Ramsay Drs. Elizabeth Whalen and Terrence Ryan $100-$249 Anonymous (s) A&S Construction Services, LLC Judi Armstrong Ann and Travers Auburn in honor of Dr. Kyung Chung Roberta Lee August in memory of Grace Anderson Brett, Anita Janco, Jane Pierce Dowling, Angela Amicone, Karin Dubreuil Diamond and Anne Petricone Binding Source, LLC JoAnn and Harry Briggs Joyce Briggs Hon. Margaret Cooley Barbara Dughi Ellen and Wilmot Ebbs Marcia Fowler Marie Gervasini William G. Harding in memory of Joyce Gallo, Mary Cibelli, and Dorothy Lavieri Corky and John Lavieri Lorraine and Louis Lubus Kerwin Mayers Laurellee McKiernan Jennifer and Hon. Leo Paul, Jr. Faith Poliquin Lynn Ray and Dallett Hoopes Molly and Charles Roraback Robin R. Ruwet-Turpin in honor of John Janco Barbara Spiegel and Thomas Hodgkin Judy and Per Staubo United Way of Central & Northeastern Connecticut Hon. Roberta Willis and Bill Willis Up to $99 Anonymous(s) Jean Colleoni Jeanne William Danaher Ruth and Ed Epstein Elisabeth Gill Heather Gromko Barbara Gugnoni Stacey and Edward Kavle Lisa Lynch Donna Marconi Judith Motel Martha and Kevin Phillips Martha Soliday Torrington Savings Bank Sanda and John Ursone Marie Wallace

33 Foundation-Initiated Funds Youth Fund Established in 2000 through the generosity of the Borghesi family, the Youth Fund supports the Foundation s Youth in Philanthropy program, which serves to perpetuate community leadership by helping young people develop positive connections to the communities in which they live. The program involves area high school students in community activities and enlists their help in tackling regional challenges, thereby giving them a sense of ownership in community welfare and a sense of responsibility for our region s collective future. The Youth in Philanthropy program is designed to give young people a platform for expression and innovation that can bring about new and sustainable solutions to community issues. Through their participation in school-based youth in philanthropy councils, students learn lifelong lessons about charitable giving and volunteering. They make annual grant recommendations to the Foundation based on their examination of issues impacting youth, in particular, and their community, in general. Youth councils also help to raise money for this endowed fund. For more information about the Youth Fund or to learn how you can support its mission, visit or call Youth Fund 2013 Contributors Judy and Per Staubo The 2014 Housatonic Youth in Philanthropy Council members: (top left to right) Laura Craft, Erin Curry (HYSB counselor), Abigail Merrill, Chloe Ocain, Sophie Mortman, Rebecca Grossman, Emily DeMazza, Zachary Busby, Cristian Umana, Henry Yuliano, Nicholas Pohl (HYSB ED) (bottom left to right) Jillian Cannon, Christy Allyn, Elana Studer, Ana Horowitz, Shannon Paton, Victoria Brown (HYSB Intern) GROW 31

34 2013 Annual Operating and Community Leadership Fund 32 $10,000 and Above William and Mary Greve Foundation, Inc. $1,000-$4,999 Joan and Stephen Altschuler Khurshed Bhumgara Susan and Jeffrey Borghesi in honor of Dino and Julia Borghesi Mary Close and Philip V. Oppenheimer Harriet F. Dickenson Foundation Daniel D. Hubbard Carol Lugar Arthur Oles in memory of John and Martha Oles Teddy Ebersol's Family Foundation Margaret and Adrian Selby Fund Wall, Wall & Frauenhofer Walter & Phyllis Borten Foundation $500-$999 Anonymous (s) Binding Source, LLC Robert Dance Barbara and Joseph Ellis Roxana and Ledlie Laughlin, Jr. Barbara and James Millar Mullins Family Foundation Michael Emont and Margo Rappoport Fund Isabelle Osborne Susan and Anthony Pasquariello, Sr. Victoria and Fran Patrick in honor of the DeMichiel and Patrick family Ellen and S. Felton Posey Rudy and Ronald Rosenstein Philip Samponaro Helen and Anthony Scoville Susan and William Sweetman Carol and Louis Timolat Bonnie VanGilder and Jonathan Landman Jane Whitney in memory of Diane Marr $250-$499 Anonymous (s) Thomas Bechtle and Don Bachman Bernard R. Adams and Edna H. Travis Fund Elizabeth and Martin Brayboy Peggy and Ralph Brown Burns, Brooks & McNeil Sarah and Frank Buonocore, Jr. in memory of Charles F. Buonocore Katharine and Rohit Desai Fran and Richard Dichillo, Jr. Kristina Durr and Barclay Collins Dan Dwyer and Jim Montanari Founders Insurance Group Mary Ellen and Andrea Geisser Kimberly and Jeff Greenberg John F. Green Janis and Gary Griffin Marjorie and Simon Hewett Michael Jackson Roberta and John E. Janco Karpas Strategies, LLC Corky and John Lavieri Sandra C. Magyar Dorothy Mather Carolyn and Robert Mattoon Judith and Kim Maxwell Debra and John P. McKeon in honor of Lillian Gill Catherine and John D. McMahon Elizabeth and Kenneth Merz Northern Lights Construction, LLC Linda and Doug O'Connell Rita M. Pacheco Patricia and Joseph Paganini Susan and Barry Patterson Janet and Robert Petricone Clare and Evan S. Rashkoff Susan Pinsky and Marc Rosen Alan Rothfeld, Esq. Cristin and David Rich Elisabeth and William C. Richard Nancy and Norman E. Rogers Molly and Charles Roraback Lindsey and Jonathan Rotolo Patty and Guy Rovezzi Rosemarie and William Ryan Richard Schlesinger and John Guenther Benjamin Stapleton Tara and Jonathan Thompson Alyson and Chilton Thomson Kathleen and Alexander Thomson Torrington Savings Bank Tournesol, LLC Jane and Ernest Tremper Sanda and John Ursone Kathleen and Michael Voldstad Arete Warren in memory of William B. Warren Leone Young $100-$249 Anonymous (s) Sandra and Thomas Adams in memory of Vern and Gladys Dunbar Jane and Matthew Allyn Richard Amdur Caroline and Dyck Andrus Meredith and Andrew Angelovich Edward Arum Roberta Lee August in memory of George Ruwet Ann and Travers Auburn Back to Earth Marcia and Haworth Barker Robert Bartos Maureen and Alan Barber in honor of our parents BARLAN Enterprises, LTD Barry Cone's Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. Nanci Battistoni and Stan Voket Anita and William Baxter Gerald Beach in memory of Maureen Beach Ann and Lance Beizer Esther and David Bennett Gail and Ricky Berglund Rita and David Bishop Dana Bledsoe and Nicolas Mckee Elizabeth Borden Sheila and Arthur Borla Annesa and Richard Borla Elaine and James Bourgoin Joyce Briggs Denise and John Buchanan William J. Buckley Jr. Karen and Bruce Burnett Dona and James Casey Tammy and Patrick Casey Frank J. Chiaramonte Ella Clark Jacqueline and Richard Caulfield Hope S. Childs Pam and Alan Colavecchio Pamela and Dennis Collins

35 Hon. Margaret Cooley Dr. Roger Coutant Jane Curtin and Patrick Lynch Peggy and David Cusick Lea Davies Barbara Darcey in memory of William J. Darcey Abbey Darer and Tom Rosenwald Jean Darlington and Eduardo Marchena Patricia Deans Anne Dodge Claire and Robert Dombi Deborah and Louis Donne Norman Dorsen Barbara Douglass, Ph.D. Denise and Ron Dower Downs Chiropractic, LLC Laurie and Dary Dunham in memory of Fred Petersen Randy Dwenger and Steven Callahan Pamela and Paul Dzurilla Nicole and Joel Easley George Elling in memory of Mary Elling Ruth and Ed Epstein James Fabiaschi Mary Fanette and Veronica Burns Zoe and Sergei Fedorjaczenko Laurie and Thomas Filippini Robert Fish Stacey and John Fitch Romilda E. Galgano in memory of Victor Muschell, Sr. Susan and Tino Galluzzo in honor of Guy Rovezzi Nancy and James Garfield Jane Garmey Stephen J. Getz Catherine Gevers in memory of Catherine Gevers Helen Trubek Glenn in honor of Joyce Briggs Global Network Expert Solutions LLC Betsy and Bill Goff Diana and Edward Greene Sue and Blake Hall William G. Harding Anne Harris and Seth Milliken Katherine and Paul Hart Anne and Charles E. Hepner Satomi and Bradford W. Hoar Susan Hoffnagle and Mark L. Michelson Holley-Doremus Fund Susie and Gray Horn Amy Hudak Peter Humphrey Geraldine and Vincent G. Hunt Daphne Hurford and Sandy Padwe Cindy and Michael Italiaander Farida and Ghulam Jilani Debby and Barton Jones Keith Johnson Carol and Richard Kalikow Jacqueline Katzin Doreen and Michael D. Kelly Dorothy D. Kennedy Alice and Peter B. Kent Sue and William Kirber Joan Kirwin Cheryl and Tim E. Kloczko Eliza Klose and Harding Bancroft Joan Kunsch Starling Lawrence Faye Lawson Lee and Fritz Link Kiau and Jo Loi Logan & Mencuccini, LLP Nancy and John R. Logan Mary and Richard Loyer Barbara and Charles Lemmen Diane and Mark Libby Jack Limpert Litchfield Lions Club Timothy Lyman and Alden Smith Anne MacDonald Doris and David Maitland Donna and Brian Mattiello Stephanie and Stephen Mazzarelli Priscilla and Alan McCord Jo and Donald McCurdy Judith Ignall and Ray McGuire Michael Trapp, Inc. John A. Millington Gayle E. Moraski Lois and Stanley Moraski John Morgan in memory of Phyllis L. Morgan Nicholas J. Moore Advised Fund Julie and John Morris Christine Moscarillo and Tom Villanova Barbara Niles Joan and Morgan O'Brien Linda and Douglas O'Connell Margo and Russell O'Connor, Jr. in memory of Edward J. and Josephine (Mattola) Schmitt Cynthia Oneglia and Dan Whalen in memory of Raymond A. Oneglia Gloria Oneglia in memory of Brian J. O'Neil Roderic Oneglia and Michael Quadland Gail O'Neil Robert C. Ostrander Denise and Doug Parker Susan and John Pelchat in memory of Marian Palmer Lorraine Petricone Judith and Roger F. Pollick Rose Ponte Virginia and Robert Potter Sally and Andrew Quale Josephine Radocchio in memory of Camille Radocchio Beverly and Norman Reich Family Fund Cynthia and John Reznick in memory of Kenneth Ryan Toni and James Richardson Billie and Arthur F. Robbins Debbie and Bernard Rosselli, Jr Linda and Douglas Roth Cynthia and Gerald Rothstein in honor of Jim O'Leary Diana and Raymond Roy Andrea and Todd Russo Barbara and John Rutledge Edith and Kenneth Schechter Edith Scopino in memory of Michael Scopino Elaine and Robert Sederquist Mark Shearer Fund Nan and L.J. Skeie Elizabeth C. Smith Teresa and Allan R. Smith in memory of Joyce Smith Picard Emily Soell Barbara Spiegel and Thomas Hodgkin Judy and Per Staubo Stedronsky & D Andera, LLC Frances and Mark Stoffer Nancy and Timothy Strini Ann and Robert Switzgable Joelene and Robert Teittinen Alan Temkin David Thomas Tara and Jonathon Thompson 33

36 2013 Annual Operating and Community Leadership Fund 34 Rev. Robert F. Tucker Donna D. Vincenti Esq. Jean and William Vitalis Susan Wallace and John Heilshorn Wendy Weinberg and Douglas Blackburn Stacie Weiner Susannah and Willard Wood Lincoln Young Therese and James Zagryn in memory of Laurie D. Fischberg Lu-Ann Zbinden Barbara and Michael Zimmerman Up to $99 Anonymous(s) Anonymous in memory of Kathryn Bushka Janet and Salvatore Accardo Harry Ackerman Judy and John Acerbi Judy and David Addazio Erin and Matthew Ahrens Betty and William Ahrens Ann Amicone Kathleen and George Anderson Peter Anderheggen Ellen and Walter Arbo Helen and Domenick Audia Janet and John Baker Mitzi and Michael Bakunis Jennifer and George Baldwin Thomas G. Barrett Dorothy and John Bazzano Becton, Dickinson and Company Linda Bell Susan Belle-Isle Kitty Benedict Rev. Ernest Bengston, Jr. Esther and David Bennett Evelyn and Ansis Bergs Joan and Lincoln Bertaccini Anne and Silvio Berti Linda and William Bianowicz Virginia Brecher Esther and William Brennan Drs. Jorge F. Baujin and Carlos Braverman Ellen Boyd Sally and Everett Briggs Roger Broggi Josephine Bruni in memory of Fred P. Bruni Eileen and Edward Burns Cathy and Daniel M. Cain Donna and Gary Colavecchio Nancy and John Calhoun Owen Canfield in memory of Ethel Canfield Robert Capitanio David Cappabianca Raymond Carmignani Susan and John Cary Gladys Cerruto Linda and Peter Chidsey Maggie Clarke Nona and Arthur Coffill Barbara and Robert Commerford Anne and John Conboy Evelyn Cornelio Robin and Wells Cunningham Diane D. Damerau Alexa and Richard Dann Ginny and Edward Davidson Lenore and Robert Del Vecchio Francis Delaney Alice Dember Janet Dember DJT Enterprises, LLC Deirdre and Alan DiCara William Dillon Gemma DiMauro Carole Dmytryshak Lea and Paul Dmytryck Frank and Sue Dooley Norman Dorsen Marie and Ken Doyon in memory of JoAnne McCormick Janet L. Duchaine and Jonathan Fauver Inge E. Dunham Angela Engle Diane English Cheryl and Dan Evans James Fedorich Anne and Frederick P. Fenn Rita and Lawrence Freedman Kim and Carey Fiertz Patricia Fili-Krushel and Kenneth Krushel Audrey and Edward Ferman Deborah and Paul Ferry Carol and Patrick Finn Mary and Paul Flieger Leslie Flowers Ingely and Malcolm Forbes Elaine and James Fortuna in memory of James J. Fortuna Terri and Gary J. Franzi Leslie and Joe Friscia Marlene and David Frigo Rosemary and David Frauenhofer Lillian and Andrew Fulton Susanne and John Funchion Moses Gabelmann Norma Galaise Anne Garrels and Vinton Lawrence Linda Garrettson Delores and Donatantonio Gerardi Marie C. Gervasini Mary Gilman in memory of Richard M. Gilman Thomas Gilson Jane Giddens-Jones Ann Gold Kathryn and Edward M. Goodhouse Thomas R. Grayson in memory of E. Frederick Peterson Jr. Lori and Joseph Greco Paula and Joseph Gregoire Barbara and William Gridley Nancy and Philip Groth Valerie and Tom Gruenwald in appreciation of the Foundation's support of the Hotchkiss Library Drop Box Eleanor P. Gunn Terry and Todd Hall Christina Hanley and Richard Johnston in memory of Helen Hanley Cynthia and Robert Hart Vicki and Ken Hawkins Diane and David Hebert Joyce Hemingson Kathy and Chris Hill Molly Hinchman and Russell Guerin Nancy and Michael Hodgkins in memory of Charles "Clocker" Cunningham Janet and Carl Hooper in memory of Mary Coutant Henrietta and Walter Horvay in memory of Susan and Paul Horvay Jr. Marilla Ives in memory of Ned Ives Gail and Jeff Jacobson Genevieve and Victor Jarm Akke Jasmine-Devlas Alison and Kerry Jassen Wendy and Wayne Jenkins in memory of Fred Petersen

37 Helen Jessup Diane and Jeff Johnson Elisabeth Kaestner and Paul DeAngelis Nancy and Peter Kalmes Stacie and Edward Kavle Francoise A. Kelz Peggy and Ted Kelley Johanna and Anton Kimball King, King & Associates Susan and Randolph Kinkade Terry and Matthew Klim Susan Knight Donna and Michael Koether Ellen and James C. Koser Anne and William Kremer Bruce Larson Joan and Gerald Libby Karen Linden and Colin Wilson Cheryl and Carl Lindquist William M. Lovallo in memory of Clara Lillian Canfield Joyce and Jeffrey Maher Lenore and Stanley Mand Anita and Ronald Martin Delcia and Everett Massey Anita Mathewson Kerwin Mayers Carol Ann and Michael P. Mazaik Mark McEachern Anne Marie and Thomas McDermott Barbara McLane Patricia and Curt Mechare Robert S. Mellins in memory of Stephen J. Mellins John L. Miller Gloria Miller and Macey Levin D Arcy and John Lovetere Anne MacDonald Patty and Richard Marshall Sharon and Steven McCoy Marilyn Miller Susan and Robert Moore Beverly and Bruce Mosher Martha D. Mullins Patricia and James Okrongly Doreen and Robert Orciari Phyllis Nauts and Hendon Chubb April and Sandy Neubauer Karen and Mark Neri Karen Noble Karen O'Connor Barbara and Eric R. Ottoson Betty Palmer Jennifer and Leo Paul, Jr. Marilyn Perlotto Rhoda and Guy Pidgeon Doris and William Polinsky in memory of Lynn Keepin Barbara and John Pogue Michelle and Joseph Pratt Caryl and Anthony Pucino Rosina Rand Jan and Jerome Rathbun Amelia Re in memory of Lucian Re Marjory Reid Arlene and Robert Revaz Lynn Ridgway Arthur F. Robbins Dorothy and Roger Robbins in memory of James and Mildred Zucco Pamela Root Marlene and John Rouleau in memory of Rouleau and DeBrot Family Robert Rovezzi and Luc Fondaire Tillie Roy Doreen and Will Roy Diane and Michael Rybak in memory of Harry Arsego Sylvia Saarnijoki Sandy and Dusty Sandmeyer Karin Schneider and Robert Krzys Marian G. Schroeder June Scoville William W. Shemms Linda and Herbert Schettler Mary Ann and Lou Seiser Theresa and Michael B. Simaitis Lisa Simont Peggy and Michael Shanahan Nan and L. J. Skeie Mary Lou and Ellery Sinclair James Smith Stewart Smith Terina and Michael Smith Barbara Starr Jannette Stevens in memory of Peter Cerruto Connie Steuerwalt Kathleen Swanton Ilene Tetenbaum and Irwin Leff Sally and Nicholas Thacher Barbara Thibodo Toymakers Cafe Lisa and Gerald Traub Rosanna Trestman Leticia and Harry Tubman Victoria Usher Mary Ellen and Leo Vaccari Sandra and Stephen G. Vaill Louise and Roy Van Alstyne Marjorie Wadhams Beverly and Mark Wawer Wisdom House Retreat and Conference Center Elaine and Thomas Witherspoon Margaret Woodin Thomas Wootton in memory of Irma Wootton Amy Wynn and Eli Horowitz Sally Vaun David R. Wilson Therese and James Zagryn in memory of Laurie D. Fischberg Pamela Zanetto 35

38 Committees, Councils and Societies 36 Executive Committee Tom Bechtle Board Chairperson Douglas O'Connell Board Vice Chairperson Gayle Moraski Board Second Vice Chairperson John Janco Board Treasurer Victoria Patrick Board Secretary Dan Dwyer Member-at-Large William Harding Ex Officio Development Committee Alyson Thomson Chairperson Dan Dwyer Tom Bechtle Ron Rosenstein Ann Auburn Communications and Public Relations Committee Miki Duisterof Chairperson Skip Rogers Chris Wall Robert Rovezzi Alan Colavecchio Governance Committee Khurshed Bhumgara Chairperson Douglas O Connell Brian McCormick Roberta August Betsy Goff Investment Committee James Thibault Chairperson Robert Geiger Peter Menikoff Barbara Millar Keith Mullins Marsha Sterling Stacie Weiner Audit Committee John Janco Chairperson Khurshed Bhumgara Gayle Moraski Scholarship Committee Pamela Alvarez Roberta Lee August David Bennett Frank Buonocore, Jr. David Carroll Jay Cohen Doreen Deary Heather Dinneen Dennis Dressel Sandy Dressel Dary Dunham Laurie Dunham Nicole Carlson Easley Malcolm Forbes Joe Friscia Leslie Friscia Jim Garfield Betsy Goff Doug Haddock Lorraine Haddock Bill Harding Eli Horowitz Elayne Landau Mary Loyer Michael Lynch, Esq. Gayle Moraski Maureen Nikora Ed Noonan Mary-Pat Noonan Morgan O'Brien Joan O'Brien Roderic Oneglia Lisa O'Neill Joe Pathe Nick Pohl Rose Ponte Guy Rovezzi Patty Rovezzi Robert Rovezzi JoAnn Ryan Marie Wallace Dan Whalen Mande Zecca Emeritus Society Former Foundation Directors James Allen Ann Auburn Allan Borghesi Alan Colavecchio Robert Cron Charles Ebersol Sr. (deceased) Charles Ebersol Jr. Charles Hathaway (deceased) Ann Hubbard Donald Lewis (deceased) Carol Lugar Marvin Muff Maskovsky Allan Nixon Robert O Connor (deceased) Roberta Ohotnicky (deceased) Cynthia Oneglia Francis Oneglia (deceased) Frank Pascale William Petricone (deceased) Jan Rathbun Mary Lou Robinson Margaret Roraback Robert Rovezzi JoAnn Ryan George Strogatz (deceased) Alan Temkin Edward Thompson (deceased) Raymond Turri John Ursone Thomas Wall Sr. (deceased) Thomas Wall Jr. The Women & Girls Fund Executive Committee Kara Dowling Roraback, Chair Marsha Sterling, Vice Chair Judi Armstrong Roberta Lee August Joyce Briggs Barbara Dughi Ellen Ebbs Joan O Brien Marie Wallace The Honorable Roberta Willis

39 Salisbury North Canaan Canaan/ Falls Village Norfolk Colebrook Winchester Hartland Barkhamsted Sharon Cornwall Goshen Torrington New Hartford Kent Warren Litchfield Harwinton Morris Washington Bethlehem YOUR COMMUNITY 37

40 Investment Report The Community Foundation of Northwest Connecticut prides itself on providing prudent stewardship of a sizeable community endowment designed to benefit future generations of Northwest Connecticut citizens. Our investment objective is to maximize the endowment s purchasing power by pursuing long-term investment results that exceed the spending policy the amount needed for grants and expenses plus inflation. This allows for sufficient and predictable growth to meet pressing community needs while providing capital preservation into the future. The oversight and assessment of the Foundation s investments are conducted by its Board of Directors and Investment Committee. Dedicated to the pursuit of strong returns within acceptable risk tolerances, the Investment Committee employs an asset-allocation strategy designed to capitalize on a well-diversified portfolio that performs well during a variety of market and economic conditions. In doing so, the Investment Committee considers past and expected future Assets in Millions performance of available asset classes, including investment strategies of other community foundations, nonprofit endowments and charitable funds along with a variety of widely accepted performance benchmarks. Performance The 10-year net annual return ending December 31, 2013 is 8.0%; and 20 years, 9.7%. Returns Net of Investment Manager Fees Corporate 17.4% 13.40% Trust 14.1% 13.35% For a complete set of our audited financial statements, Form 990 or for information on our investment policies and/or our Investment Committee, please visit or contact us at or info@cfnwct.org $ $ $ $ $ $ $16.6 Grants & Scholarships Awarded 2013 $ $ $ $ $754, $866, $934,000

41 Statement of Financial Position For the year ended December 31, 2013, with comparable totals for 2012 Assets Totals Temporarily Unrestricted Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents $ 632,901 $ 16,077 $ 648,978 $ 607,414 Investments 75,909,551 75,909,551 66,797,790 Beneficial Interest in Perpetual Trust 159, , ,014 Beneficial Interest in Remainder Trust 222, , ,147 Contribution Receivable 3,731,697 3,731,697 3,750,000 Security Deposit 1,200 1,200 1,200 Prepaid Expenses 5,434 5,434 4,825 Inventory Fixed Assets (net of $71,905 and $77,238 accumulated depreciation) 36,946 36,946 23,583 Total Assets $ 80,477,036 $ 238,206 $ 80,715,242 $71,681,973 Liabilities and Net Assets Liabilities: Grants Payable $ 659,302 $ $ 659,302 $ 405,888 Agency Endowment Funds 9,119,159 9,119,159 7,945,432 Total Liabilities 9,778,461 9,778,461 8,354,097 Net Assets: Unrestricted 70,698,575 70,698,575 62,951,167 Temporarily Restricted 238, , ,709 Total Net Assets 70,698, ,206 70,936,781 63,327,876 Total Liabilities and Net Assets $ 80,477,036 $ 238,206 $ 80,715,242 $ 71,681,973 Total Assets 1 $ 80, 715,242 Operating Expenses 2 $ 543,066 Operating Expenses as a Percentage of Total Assets.67% (less than 1%) Contributions $ 1,800,000 Grants & Scholarships $ 3,507,858 1 Combined trust and corporate assets 2 Does not include investment management fees or beneficial interest estate fees 39

42 Statement of Activities For the year ended December 31, 2013, with comparable totals for 2012 Revenues, Gains and Other Support Totals Temporarily Unrestricted Restricted Fund Contributions $ 1,787,697 Less: Contributions to Agency Funds (451,205) $ 1,336,492 $ $ 1,336,492 $ 19,273,884 CIV of Split-Interest Agreements (138,018) (138,018) 96,262 Initiative Contributions 9,867 9,867 6,231 Investment Income 9,732,534 9,732,534 3,246,713 Miscellaneous Income 8,368 8,368 1,223 Unfulfilled Grant Awards 2,147 2,147 Investment Management Fees 58,298 58,298 38,479 Seminar Income ,900 Net Assets Released from Restrictions 10,352 (10,352) Total Revenues 11,148,871 (138,503) 11,010,368 22,480,168 Expenses Direct Community Support (grants) 2,858,397 2,858,397 1,900,210 Program Expenses 277, , ,367 Youth Advisory Council Management and General 154, , ,835 Fundraising Expenses 110, ,306 92,031 Total Expenses 3,401,463 3,401,463 2,343,169 Change in Net Assets 7,747,408 (138,503) 7,608,905 20,136,999 Net Assets Beginning of Year 62,951, ,709 63,327,876 43,190,877 Net Assets End of Year $ 70,698,575 $ 238,206 $ 70,936,781 $ 63,327,876 For a complete audit or 990, visit or contact us at

43 Here for good. 32 City Hall Avenue P.O. Box 1144 Torrington, CT T F info@cfnwct.org Every effort has been made to report as accurately as possible all grants made, scholarships awarded and donations received for the 2013 fiscal year. Please report any inadvertent errors to the Foundation. DESIGN BY COLAVECCHIO DESIGN, INC. PRINTING BY GOULET PRINTERY 2014 COMMUNITY REPORT PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER PRINTED IN THE U.S.A.