• Are you concerned about the homeless crisis in the greater Hartford region and Greater Springfield Massachusetts?
• Do you want to make a difference in the lives of those experiencing homelessness?
• Are you passionate about restoring dignity to those in need?

Welcome to The Oliver-Benoit Foundation Co., where compassion meets action to make a tangible difference in the lives of the homeless in the Greater Hartford region and Greater Springfield Massachusetts. Our mission is simple yet impactful: to extend a helping hand and restore dignity to those facing homelessness.

In the heart of our community, countless individuals are experiencing the challenges of homelessness. The lack of basic necessities can make their journey even more difficult. That’s where we come in. Through unwavering dedication and a commitment to change, we’ve taken it upon ourselves to provide essential kits that can bring comfort and support to those in need.

Our kits are more than just items – they symbolize hope, care, and the understanding that our community stands together, ready to uplift one another. Each kit contains items that many of us might take for granted, such as warm socks to shield against the cold, soft washcloths for a sense of cleanliness, and toothbrushes and toothpaste to maintain oral health. These seemingly small items can have a profound impact on someone’s well-being and self-esteem.

But we can’t achieve our goals alone. We invite you to join us in our mission to make a difference. Your support – whether through donations, volunteering, or spreading the word – is a vital part of this journey. Together, we can extend warmth, comfort, and compassion to those who are striving to overcome the challenges of homelessness.

At The Oliver-Benoit Foundation Co., we understand the challenges faced by the homeless population in the greater Hartford region and Greater Springfield Massachusetts. That’s why we have developed a unique solution to address their immediate needs and help restore their dignity.

One day the pastor at our church said it’s important to pray for other people and not just ourselves.  And that thought resonated with us.  And then we thought what about taking it one step further and actually doing something for other people who really need help.  Through reflection and some study, we found that the homeless population often complains about not having clean socks and items to keep themselves clean and presentable.  And thus, we came up with the idea of providing these items for them.  Next we had to think of a way to get these items distributed to the homeless population.  And we decided that we would form partnerships with local shelters that service these individuals as a means to get the kits distributed.  Each kit includes fresh socks, washcloths, toothbrushes, and toothpaste.

What sets us apart is our commitment to not just providing physical essentials but also to making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve. We recognize that homelessness goes beyond physical deprivation and can have a profound impact on one’s sense of worth and dignity.

By offering these kits, we aim to not only meet the immediate needs of the homeless but also to uplift their spirits and remind them that they are valued members of our community. We believe that everyone deserves to be treated with respect and compassion, regardless of their circumstances.

If you share our vision of restoring dignity to the homeless, we invite you to join us in making a difference. Click the “Donate” button below to contribute towards providing essential kits and supporting our mission.

We at The Oliver-Benoit Foundation Co. sincerely appreciate your interest and willingness to support our mission. Your donations are crucial in allowing us to continue our work, providing essential kits to the homeless in the greater Hartford region and Worcester, Mass.

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Each donation, no matter the size, makes a significant difference in the lives of the individuals we serve. We thank you for your kindness and for standing with us in our commitment to making a positive impact on the homeless communities in Connecticut and Massachusetts.

1.  In June 2024 we held our first Annual Online June Auction.  Thank you to all those who participated and donated items including Price Chopper, Stop N Shop, Trader Joe’s, The Oriental Trading Co., Bark, Malima Designs, the NY Jets and all the others.
2. In mid June we participated in the East Hartford Juneteenth celebration to raise funds.
3.  In July we began distributing items.  Since July 1, we have donated over 1000 toiletry kits to 4 local shelters in greater Hartford and 1 in Springfield, Mass.  Each toiletry kits contains clean socks, a face cloth, a toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, soap, shampoo, and a comb.
We have also donated clothing, shoes, paper towels, toilet paper and linen bath towels.
4.  On September 14th we hosted a fundraiser at Panera Bread in South Windsor, CT.  Thank you to all who came to participate.  And thank you to Panera Bread for allowing us to host this event.
5.  On October 5th we participated in the Ollie Williams Health Fair where we distributed 250 toiletry kits to needy community members and homeless individuals.Thank you for all those who helped make the event a success.  God bless you Mrs. Geneva Williams for inviting us to participate.
6. The 2024 Winter Coat Drive collaboration with The First Cathedral of Bloomfield, CT was a resounding success. On Nov. 17, we distributed over 120 coats to needy community members. We were also able to make substantial donations of coats to our shelter partners in CT. We are grateful to those who donated coats and other items to give, and extremely grateful to the First Cathedral for hosting the event on their premises. We believe we are doing God’s work and there is no better reward than that.