Covenant Shelter of New London

💙 Change starts with you.

When women come together with a shared purpose, extraordinary things happen.

Join us for The Big Give, where Impact100 Southern Connecticut members will vote to award our inaugural transformational grant, creating lasting impact for a local nonprofit and the community it serves.

Whether you’re a member, a guest, or simply curious about the power of collective philanthropy, we invite you to be part of this inspiring morning.

📍 The Kate, Old Saybrook, CT
📅 Friday, June 5
⏰ 10:00 AM

Guests are welcome and encouraged!

Together, we’re proving that one woman can make a difference—but 100 women can change lives.

We are incredibly honored to be named one of the top four finalists for the Impact 100 grant! Impact 100 Southern Connecticut🙌 This is such an amazing opportunity, and we are so grateful for the recognition.
Huge shout-out and congratulations to our fellow finalists—it is a true privilege to stand alongside organizations doing such impactful work in our communities. 🌟
📅 Don't forget! The big event is this Friday, June 5th, at The Kate (Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center) in Old Saybrook.
Thank you, Impact 100, and we can’t wait for Friday! 🥂✨

To our incredible 2026 Merrill-Fontaine Awards sponsors — thank you. Your generosity, partnership, and belief in our mission make this work possible. Because of your support, Covenant Shelter can continue providing hope, stability, and critical services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness.

The impact of your kindness reaches far beyond a single evening. It is felt every day by the people we serve, and we are deeply grateful to stand alongside a community that cares so deeply.

Thank you for helping us create brighter futures. We truly could not do this work without you.

The 2026 Merrill-Fontaine Awards Dinner was a powerful and inspiring reminder of what community looks like.

To everyone who supported this event — through sponsorships, attending the dinner, participating in the silent auction, volunteering your time, or simply standing alongside us as an ally — thank you. To Senator Heather Somers, Sarah Fox, Tricia Cunningham, Cathy Zall, and Town Fair Tire Foundation — thank you for your presence, advocacy, and support in this important work. To Mayor Passero and State Senator Martha Marx, thank you for issuing citations and certificates of excellence from your offices in honor of Cathy and Tricia.

Your generosity, encouragement, and belief in our mission make this work possible. Because of this community, we are able to continue supporting individuals and families and creating meaningful change together.

We are deeply grateful for each and every person who helped make the evening such a success. We already can't wait for next year's event!

We’re excited to share that Sarah Fox will be the keynote speaker at this year’s Merrill-Fontaine Awards Dinner on May 7.

As CEO of the Connecticut Coalition to End Homelessness, Sarah has dedicated over a decade to building partnerships, shaping policy, and expanding access to housing for those who need it most. Her leadership has helped drive real progress across the state—bringing us closer to a future where homelessness is rare and brief.

We can’t wait to hear her insights and celebrate this important work together!

We’re Sold Out! 🎉
We are officially at capacity for the 2026 Merrill Fontaine Annual Awards Dinner! We are truly overwhelmed by the incredible support from our donors, sponsors, community partners, and our dedicated Board of Directors.
A huge thank you to everyone who purchased a ticket and to our amazing staff for making this happen. We can’t wait to celebrate with you all next Thursday, May 7th!
Have a wonderful weekend ahead! 🌟

Huge shout out toCommunity Foundation of Eastern Connecticut🌟
We are incredibly grateful for your recent grant donation to the shelter. This support makes a massive impact on the lives of those we serve and the overall health of our organization and community.
We are so thankful to be your partner. Your long-term support, compassion, and generosity are a true testament to what real collaboration and teamwork look like. Thank you for helping us continue to serve those in our community who are most in need. 🤝💙

We are proud to recognize the Kelsey Family as a Headliner Sponsor of the 2026 Merrill-Fontaine Awards Dinner on May 7.

Their generous support plays a vital role in making this event possible and advancing our mission to serve those experiencing homelessness in our community. We are deeply grateful for their continued commitment and partnership.

Thank you, Kelsey Family, for your meaningful support. It truly makes a difference. 🧡

We are delighted to honor Tricia Cunningham as one of the honorees at the 2026 Merrill-Fontaine Awards Dinner on May 7.

As Executive Director of Always Home, Tricia has dedicated her career to preventing family homelessness and strengthening the fabric of our community. With more than two decades of nonprofit leadership—including her time as President of the Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce—her work has consistently focused on building meaningful connections and advancing impactful causes.

Tricia’s commitment to service has earned her recognition as a Paul Harris Fellow and recipient of the ATHENA Leadership Award, reflecting the depth of her leadership and lasting contributions.

This recognition is truly well deserved, and we are proud to celebrate the incredible difference she continues to make. 💙

We are nearing the 2026 Merrill Fontaine Awards Dinner! Today, we give a HUGE shout out to a Town Fair Tire for their sponsorship. Town Fair Tire has demonstrated ongoing support to the Covenant Shelter, continually fueling the work of our mission. They truly keep us rolling!