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Connecticut Braille Association, Inc. is a nonprofit organization located in Westport, CT, dedicated to the transcription of standard textbooks and related educational materials into Braille and large print for the Board of Education and Services for the Blind. Their mission focuses on enhancing accessibility to educational resources for individuals with visual impairments. With a commitment to serving the community, the Connecticut Braille Association plays a vital role in ensuring that educational materials are available in formats that meet the needs of blind and visually impaired students. Their efforts contribute significantly to promoting inclusivity and equal opportunities in education. Generated from the website

RYASAP (Regional Youth Adult Social Action Partnership) is a community organization based in Bridgeport, CT, dedicated to promoting the safe and healthy development of youth, young adults, and families. With a focus on reducing youth and gun violence, RYASAP actively engages organizations, public officials, and community leaders to create innovative solutions and systems change that benefit underserved and marginalized communities. For over 38 years, RYASAP has been a catalyst for positive change in the greater Bridgeport area, advocating for healthier communities and addressing the most pressing issues facing the community. Through direct services, capacity building, and systems change, RYASAP strives to create a lasting impact that extends far beyond the present, ensuring a brighter future for the youth and families they serve.Generated from the website

Founded in 1921, United Way of Eastern Fairfield County offers solutions for various community problems, including hunger and homelessness. It is a local, nonprofit organization that is governed by volunteers representing the six-town area of Bridgeport, Easton, Fairfield, Monroe, Stratford and Trumbull counties in Connecticut. The organization funds more than 40 programs and offers a range of health and human services to over 180,000 people each year. In addition, United Way of Eastern Fairfield County organizes a community campaign to support donor-selected nonprofit health, social service and educational organizations throughout Connecticut. The organization is located in Bridgeport, Conn.