Our Community Responds as Fire Displaces Residents in Bridgeport, Connecticut

When 19 families lost everything and were displaced by the recent fire at PT Barnum Apartments, the United Way of Coastal Fairfield County and our partners were there to help.

A group of resident leaders and advocates, known as PT Partners, sprung into action and worked closely with our team to ensure food, clothing, shelter, emergency financial assistance, health care and other vital assistance was provided.

Thank you to our partners throughout the community who provided aid and support such as LifeBridge Community Services, Alliance for Community Empowerment, American Red Cross, Southwest Community Health Center, Optimus Health Care, Sikorsky Aircraft - a Lockheed Martin Company, The Salvation Army, the City of Bridgeport, CT and other area orgs. These combined efforts remind us of the value of community, resilience, and growth. United, we rise during the most challenging of times.

Special thanks to Congressman Himes for making the time to listen and learn about the needs of the PT community during our recent visit, his personal donation of food, and continued support in the weeks ahead when we’ll reconvene.

Join us in helping our neighbors rebuild their lives, and take action so they’ll know they aren’t alone.