Beyond our broader programming, the Stratton Community Foundation provides a vital safety net for families facing acute, unforeseen incident that puts a child’s safety or basic needs at risk.
We are committed to providing the hope, dignity, and sense of belonging that defines a resilient community.
Our Emergency Assistance Gifts are a responsive tool in times of crises —a house fire, vehicle accident, or lack of heat in the winter that leaves a family temporarily unable to provide for their children. By leveraging state and local resources, we insure that the collaborative assistance makes a difference.
The Spirit of Responsiveness
We respond with urgency that disaster demands, acting as a primary first responder during larger-scale challenges that threaten livelihoods and essential services, like education. From the devastation of Hurricane Irene to the COVID-19 pandemic and the Great Flood of 2023, we remain on the ground to channel donor dollars with maximum speed. Our unique position allows us to act where others cannot: putting cash directly into the hands of those awaiting FEMA, those who have lost everything, delivering food to isolated families, or providing essentials needed to keep children safe, healthy, and learning.
