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...
Looking for a special Valentine’s gift? Get a beautiful, unique gift while supporting a local refugee artist and her family! Stop by on the 6th or shop on line https://Burroughscenter.org/shop-1/
Interested in learning about being a bone marrow donor? Be the Match is here until 2 PM. Stop by the blood drive at Burroughs to get more information.
Sign up today! @bethematch will also be on site. Stop by for info about joining the National Marrow Donor Registry.
There’s still time to give in 2020! Please support Burroughs today. Visit Burroughscenter.org
Meet Maya and Nicole, two volunteers who made “being open” throughout the pandemic possible. Visit https://wp.me/Pac4TM-1Ah to read more about the impact of their experience.
Can’t get out to shop? Shop Our Woven Community products from the comfort of your couch! Visit Burroughscenter.org
The first ever Our Woven Community on line order has been shipped! Visit the OWC on-line shop at https://Burroughs center.org. Not only are you purchasing a beautiful, unique gift but you are helping to support a local refugee artist and her family.
Looking for a way to help others during this holiday season? Give a lifesaving donation. It’s safe and easy. Visit https://redcrossblood.org/give.html/find-drive to schedule your appointment today.
This Saturday! Stop by Burroughs — shop for unique gifts and support local refugee artists. A win win! Face masks and social distancing required.
Giving Tuesday ends soon! Help support local refugee and immigrant families by making a donation to Burroughs today! Visit https://Burroughs center.org/gt/
Giving Tuesday is today! You can make a difference in the lives of local refugee and immigrant families by making a donation to the Burroughs Center today. Visit https://Burroughs center.org/gt/ to support your community.
Giving Tuesday 2020 is almost here! Please consider making a donation to the Burroughs Center. Your gift helps support programs and services for refugees and immigrants right here in our community. To donate visit https:/Burroughs center.org/gt/
Creating opportunities for ESL students and volunteers to connect. Burroughs provides Bridgeport Literacy Volunteers with training on using ZOOM as a platform for ESL tutoring.
Looking for a great way to start your week? Why not donate blood? You’ll feel good knowing you helped others! Schedule your appointment now.
Sunday — Our Woven Community artists and volunteers will be at the Farmer’s Market for the last time this season. See you there!
Congratulations to Joanne Shonfeld, Burroughs Center ESL Volunteer and Susan Brown, Purple Pantry box founder for their efforts in bringing the first Purple Pantry box to Bridgeport! It’s right next door, @wakemansbc. Thank you for making a difference in the community!
It’s National Voter Registration Day! Your vote matters! Visit https://portaldir.ct.gov/dots/LookUp.aspx to check your voter registration.
There’s still space for Tuesday’s blood drive. Register today!
Our Woven Community Artist, Nyankowbwa, will be at the Fairfield Farmer’s Market on Sunday from 10-2:00. Come shop for market totes like the one shown here, computer cases, handbags and more. All proceeds support local refugee families.
