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Every Event,
One Mission:
Feed Waterbury.
From black-tie dinners to block-party walks, GWIM's events are where Greater Waterbury shows up for its neighbors. Come for the fundraising, stay for the community.
Recurring Events
Six Ways the Community Shows Up
Each event funds a different piece of the GWIM mission. Join one, sponsor one, volunteer at all of them. Every attendance puts food on a Waterbury table.
Feed the Need Dinner
Our flagship annual benefit at La Bella Vista, featuring live entertainment and Italian dinner. Learn more
Hunger Walk
Community walk to raise awareness and funds, late September or early October. Learn more
Bowl-a-Thon
Team-based bowling fundraiser currently on hold. Get on the list
Shake the Can
Grassroots street collections across Greater Waterbury, year-round. Learn more
24 Hours on the Green
Homeless awareness event in Wolcott. Learn more
Duck Day & Seasonal Events
Keep an eye out for Duck Day and other community seasonal fundraisers. Call to learn more.
Get Involved
Three Ways to Participate
Attend
Buy tickets, register, or just show up. Every person matters.
Sponsor
Business recognition in programs, signage, and communications. Flexible tiers.
Volunteer
Setup, logistics, day-of support. Great for teams and families. Learn more
Frequently Asked Questions
Common Questions
Getting There
Directions to GWIM Events Around the Region
Various venues across Greater Waterbury. From across Greater Waterbury and nearby towns.
The Community Shows Up
Past Sponsors & Supporters
Businesses and organizations across Greater Waterbury that have backed this event and GWIM programs over the years.
Businesses
Ion Bank, Thomaston Savings Bank, Tindall Law Firm, Carmody Torrance Sandak Hennessey, Albert Bros, BJM Law, Post University, ServiceMaster Restore, Brass City Tile Designs, and many more.
Schools & Youth Groups
Area high schools, scout troops, and youth organizations across Waterbury, Wolcott, Naugatuck, Middlebury, and surrounding towns bring teams, drives, and volunteers.
Faith Communities
52 member congregations (churches, synagogues, and a mosque) rotating kitchen duty and providing ongoing event support since 1933.
Coverage Across Greater Waterbury
Our events are supported by neighbors across Waterbury, Wolcott, Naugatuck, Middlebury, Thomaston, Prospect, Watertown, Cheshire, and beyond. If you cover GWIM in local media or community newsletters, we would love to link your work.
Email gwimsk@forhungry.com with coverage or to request press materials.
