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.
Catherine is an artist in the Our Woven Community(OWC) program at Burroughs. Catherine first learned to sew in the...
🩸✨ Holiday Heroes Wanted! ✨🩸
This holiday season, let's share more than just gifts. Join our Blood Donation Drive the week after Thanksgiving and be a hero for those in need.
🔴 Your Impact:
🎁 Give the Gift of Life: Your donation can save up to three ...lives!
🕒 Just an Hour of Your Time: It takes less than an hour to make a lifelong impact.
Enjoy Some Holiday Treats: Post-donation, relax with some cookies and juice. 🍪☕
📅 Date: Wednesday, November 29, 2023
⏰ Time: 09:00 AM - 02:00 PM
📍 Location: Burroughs Community Center, 2470 Fairfield Ave, Bridgeport
Sign Up: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/donation-time
Together, we can make a world of difference. Let’s show the power of community and compassion. 🌟
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🩸 Be the Reason Someone Smiles This Holiday Season 🎄
🌟 The Gift of Life: A Special Blood Donation Drive 🌟
As we embrace the warmth of the Thanksgiving holiday, let's carry forward the spirit of giving. The week after Thanksgiving marks a crucial time for blood ...donations, and we're calling on our amazing community to make a life-saving difference.
🔴 Your Impact:
🎁 Your donation can save up to three lives!
🕒 Just an Hour of Your Time: It takes less than an hour to make a lifelong impact.
Enjoy Some Holiday Treats: Post-donation, relax with some cookies and juice.
📅 Date: Wednesday, November 29, 2023
⏰ Time: 09:00 AM - 02:00 PM
📍 Location: Burroughs Community Center, 2470 Fairfield Ave, Bridgeport
👉 Sign Up Now in the link in our bio
Our Woven Community is selling at the Festivus Bazaar this weekend!
A purchase of our one-of-a-kind products helps recently resettled refugee women in Bridgeport become financially independent. Come and start your holiday shopping by purchasing products that are not only beautiful but also... support the women in our community.
Shop various local craft vendors and Artisans.
Santa will be here. Bring the fam for photos with Santa.
When: Saturday, November 25th from 10AM-3PM
Where: Park City Music Hall - 2926 Fairfield Avenue, Bridgeport
