Veteran's Resources

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Key Information

Community VA Clinic

The Community-Based Outpatient Clinic (CBAC) in Stamford is a local extension of the VA Connecticut Healthcare System. It offers medical care and services to veterans without needing to travel to West Haven or Newington.

City Representatives and Legislators

Mayor

  • Caroline Simmons (Democrat)
    Elected in 2021, Mayor Simmons is Stamford's first female mayor.

Board of Representatives

Stamford's legislative body comprises 40 members, each representing one of the city's 20 districts (two per district).

  • President: Jeffrey Curtis (District 11)

  • Majority Leader: Nina Sherwood (District 8)

  • Clerk: Megan Cottrell (District 4)

For a complete list of representatives and their contact information

Vist The Board of Representatives Member Directory

Board of Education

  • President: Michael Hyman

  • Members:

    • Antonia Better-Wirz

    • Julienne Foy

    • Andy George

    • Gabriela Koc

    • Versha Munshi-South

Board of Finance

  • Chairman: Richard Freedman

  • Vice Chair: Mary Lou T. Rinaldi

  • Members:

    • Geoff Alswanger

    • Laura Burwick

State Legislators Representing Stamford

Connecticut State Senate

  • Patricia Billie Miller (Democrat) – District 27
    Represents Stamford and Darien. 

  • Ceci Maher (Democrat) – District 26
    Represents parts of Stamford, Darien, New Canaan, Redding, Ridgefield, Weston, Westport, and Wilton. 

  • Ryan Fazio (Republican) – District 36
    Represents parts of Stamford, Greenwich, and New Canaan.

Connecticut House of Representatives

  • Matt Blumenthal (Democrat) – District 147
    Represents Stamford. 

  • Eilish Collins Main (Democrat) – District 146
    Represents Stamford. 

  • Jonathan Jacobson (Democrat) – District 148
    Represents Stamford.

  • Corey Paris (Democrat) – District 145
    Represents Stamford. 

  • Tom O'Dea (Republican) – District 125
    Represents parts of Stamford, Darien, and New Canaan.

  • Tina Courpas (Republican) – District 149
    Represents parts of Stamford and Greenwich. 

Federal Representatives

U.S. Senate (Connecticut)

  • Richard Blumenthal (Democrat)

  • Chris Murphy (Democrat)

U.S. House of Representatives

  • Jim Himes (Democrat) – 4th Congressional District
    Represents Stamford and surrounding areas

Food and Clothes Drive

Food Drives & Pantries

Food Bank of Lower Fairfield County

  • Runs food drives and pantry services in Stamford.

  • Drop-off address: 461 Glenbrook Road, Stamford, CT 06906

  • Phone: (203) 358‑8898 foodbanklfc.org

  • To organize a food drive or donate, visit their website.

Stamp Out Hunger (Annual May Drive)

  • A nationwide postal service food drive supporting local food banks, including ours.

  • Next drive: Usually held in May — check the Food Bank’s website for details foodbanklfc.org.

Veterans Food Pantry (via 211 Connecticut)

  • Pantry open to veterans the third Tuesday and Wednesday of each month, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

  • Call ahead to schedule an appointment 211ct.org.

Clothing & Household Donations

Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) – CT Pickup Service

  • Accepts clothing, shoes, furniture, household items to support veterans in CT.

  • Call or schedule a pickup: (800) 775‑8387

  • Items accepted: Nearly anything usable vva.orgvvapickup.org.

Save A Suit

  • Provides business attire (suits, shirts, shoes) to veterans transitioning to civilian jobs.

  • Request a free suit or donate: Provide professional clothing to veterans saveasuit.org.

Tilcon Clothing Drive

  • Local Stamford-area construction company collecting clothes for veterans.

  • Ongoing fundraiser: Check their website for current drop-off locations ffcct.org.

Volunteer Opportunities

  • Help sort & organize donations at events and warehouse locations.

  • Assist with food drives, packing/unpacking goods, distributing to veterans in need.

  • Host a clothing drive at your workplace, school, or community center.

Donor Drop-Off Tips

  • Clothing: Gently used or new clothing, shoes, coats, linens.

  • Food: Non-perishable items like canned goods, pasta, rice.

  • Household goods: Acceptable at VVA— only usable items.

Need a receipt for tax purposes? Ask when you drop off or schedule pickup.

Questions or Need Help?

Call the Stamford Veterans Resource Center at (203) 223‑4316
We can help you arrange donations or find volunteer opportunities.

Toys for Tots

Toys for Tots

The Marine Toys for Tots program in Stamford, Connecticut, is dedicated to collecting and distributing new, unwrapped toys to less fortunate children during the holiday season. This initiative aims to bring joy and hope to children in need, ensuring they experience the magic of the holidays.

How to Donate

In Person Toy Donations: 
Drop-Off Location: 1111 Summer Street, 2nd Floor, Stamford, CT.
Hours: Mon-Fri, 10am - 5pm

Online Donations:

Monetary contributions can be made through the official Stamford Toys for Tots website:

 

Requesting a Toy

Families in need can request toys for their children by submitting an application through the local Stamford Toys for Tots chapter.

Application Process:

Visit the Request a Toy page.

Complete and submit the application form as instructed.

 

Contact Info

Address: 850 Canal Street, Stamford, CT 06902

Phone: (203) 324-4835

Website: Stamford Toys for Tots

Cemetery Info

The State Veterans Cemetery in Middletown is the largest state-operated veterans cemetery in Connecticut. It is under the administrative control of the Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs and its Commissioner.

Burial in the State Veterans Cemetery is reserved for eligible veterans and their spouses. Grave markers are also provided.

*Please excuse our appearance: the State Veterans Cemetery is currently under construction to complete two critical, federally-funded projects that will increase the capacity of the cemetery and improve stone alignment and landscaping. Thank you for your understanding. 

There are no charges for the plot (cremains, single or double-depth) or for the opening and closing of the grave, or for the perpetual care of the grave. Also, the required headstone, a white, upright marble marker, will be provided by the Federal Government free of charge and will be installed at no cost by cemetery personnel.

Contact

Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs
Cemetery and Memorial Services
287 West Street
Rocky Hill, CT 06067

Hours: Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Phone: (860) 616-3688
Fax: (860) 616-3561