SEYMOUR — The following press release was submitted by the Seymour Lions Club. The club’s low vision committee is participating in the Fairfield County’s Giving Day online. Please read the press release below for more information.
Lions Low Vision Centers of Fairfield and New Haven Counties, Inc. is preparing to launch its first Fairfield County’s Giving Day online giving campaign on Feb. 23 — providing community members with a fast and easy way to support its work to enhance the quality of life of people with low vision.
Low vision is the third most commonly-occurring impairment among people over 70. Proceeds from the 24-hour day of giving will go toward improving access to life-changing prescriptive assistive devices free of charge so people with low vision can get the devices they need to live their best lives regardless of their ability to pay.
Powered by the Fairfield County’s Community Foundation and Champion Sponsor Bank of America, Fairfield County’s Giving Day harnesses the collective giving power of local individuals, businesses and organizations to support nonprofits throughout Fairfield County.
“Fairfield County’s Giving Day is a wonderful opportunity for us to raise awareness about and funds for our important work for people with low vision in our communities,” said Ron Ruotolo, President, LLVC. “It offers a simple and effective way for our supporters to support a cause they care about, while allowing us to keep our focus on our mission.”
Fairfield County’s Giving Day has raised more than $13.75 million for nonprofits in Fairfield County since 2014 through the contributions of thousands of donors who come together each year to support local causes. In 2022, more than 400 Fairfield County nonprofits raised nearly $2.2 million through contributions by nearly 13,000 individuals and families.
“Giving Day helps local nonprofits build their fundraising capacity and makes philanthropy accessible to everyone in Fairfield County,” the Community Foundation’s President and CEO Mendi Blue Paca said. “It’s a great way to engage your family and teach your children the value and importance of giving — and proves that we all have the power to make a difference in our community.”
To support Lions Low Vision Centers on Fairfield County’s Giving Day donors can give directly through online Giving Day portal during a 24 hour period beginning at 12:00 a.m. on Feb.23 and continuing up until 11:59 p.m. Donors can visit: https://www.fcgives.org/organizations/lions-low-vision-centers-of-fairfield-and-new-haven-counties to make their contributions.
