We believe the health of a community can be measured by the shared understanding of its assets, weaknesses and commitment to building strong relationships. A successful community will celebrate diversity, act inclusively, work intentionally to create opportunities and reduce barriers to individuals achieving success.
Burroughs supports the work of over 70 community groups and organizations.
59% of the activities at Burroughs focus on delivering training to strengthen the ability of community members.
Burroughs opens it's doors to the community 350 days last year welcoming over 32,000 participants.
Over 40% of the focus of our activities promoted community engagement or advocacy.
Please support the Our Woven Community Artists, as they work to help keep our community safe. Participants in the...
TODAY! Still looking for that special Mother's Day gift? Plants to beautify your yard? Or simply looking for a family friendly outdoor event? Check out this Farm Fair in Trumbull! Our Woven Community will be there until 3 PM with lots of unique gifts to choose from!
#shopforacause #shopformom #uniquegifts #refugeeartisans
A great outdoor event this weekend! And just in time for Mother’s Day! Our Woven Community will be there with beautiful handmade items available for purchase. Spend the day at this festive event while supporting local artisans. #shopandsupport #supportrefugees #refugeeartisans #giftsformom #uniquegifts
Looking for a unique gift for Mother’s Day? Check out the Our Woven Community Online Shop at https://burroughs center.org/shop-1/ . You’ll be giving a beautiful gift while supporting local refugee artists.
Spring is here! Why not start the month of May by helping to save lives? Schedule your appointment today!
From overgrown...to....ready for growing! Volunteers from the Junior League of Eastern Fairfield County and Burroughs gardeners spent their Saturday morning preparing the garden for the season. Everyone left a little dirty, tired, and amazed at the transformation of the garden! We are very grateful to the JLEFC for including us in their Spring Volunteer-a-thon! Thanks to everyone!
Thank you to Staples in Fairfield! Peter, General Manager and Justin loaded us up with a donation of 8 cases of hand sanitizer and disinfectant wipes. Thanks for helping us keep the center safe and clean.
The Burroughs VITA site is OPEN and here to help! Have your taxes done before it’s too late. Call 203-334-0293 or stop by Burroughs today.
Our Woven Community has a booth at @theshakespearemarket in Stratford today. We are here now and can’t wait to see you!
Our Woven Community will be at the market on Sunday!
Today, in Black Rock! Walk-ins welcome! Don't miss out...act now!
The Burroughs VITA site is open! You may qualify to have your taxes prepared for free. If so, Burroughs is here to help!
Spaces are available for Monday's blood drive. Sign up today!
Spring is here! The Burroughs Center invites local residents to apply for a plot in our Community Garden for the 2021 season. We look forward to welcoming back past gardeners and welcoming new ones this year. No experience necessary. A great, safe, outdoor activity for families and individuals! Visit www.https://burroughscenter.org/programs/community-garden/
for more information. Stop by or call Burroughs for an application today.
Step into Spring with a color popping accessory! Our Woven Community has a wide range of one of a kind accessories for you and your friends. Check out our online store at www.burroughscenter.org/shop-1/ and treat yourself to a touch of Spring. The proceeds of your purchase go directly to support our artists.
There is a severe blood shortage! You can help! Visit https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=4256 to schedule your appointment today.
#blooddonation #americanredcross #blooddrive #MakeADifference #SaveALife
You can help! Visit https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/find-drive to schedule your appointment today!
We are so excited that Our Woven Community will be at The Shakespeare Market in Stratford this Sunday! The Market, which began this January, provides an opportunity to enjoy a safe, outdoor community event while supporting local vendors. Food trucks, farm stands, crafters, and more. See you there! https://burroughscenter.org/programs/owc-program/
Happy International Women's day to all the amazing women who inspire us every day!
You can make a difference! Visit https://red cross blood.org to sign up for one of our three March blood drives today!
The Our Woven Community program provides local refugee women with opportunities for CREATIVITY, COMMUNITY INTEGRATION, and ECONOMIC GROWTH. You can support OWC artists by donating at https://burroughscenter.org/. Your donations help provide artists like Florida, OWC newest artist, the sewing supplies needed to create one-of-a-kind items at home.
