From: Center for Civic Engagement
Date: May 5, 2020
Subject: Resources for organizations affected by COVID-19


Campus Community Connections

Community newsletter | May 2020
University Downtown Center at sunset

Center for Civic Engagement support

As the semester winds down, the CCE is still dedicated to finding ways to connect the community and the University, particularly during these difficult times. Even though our semester shifted to online instruction in March, many of our students remain in the community and continue to connect with local organizations in a variety of ways. It has been encouraging to see the unique ways in which faculty, staff, and students have collaborated with community partners to address some of our most pressing needs. It is our hope and intention that the meaningful relationships developed during this time will last well beyond our current crisis. 

Throughout the summer, our Service Listings volunteer database will still be maintained, and our staff are available to speak with you about any project ideas or thoughts you have. We want to hear about your current challenges, ongoing successes, and possibilities for future partnerships with the University! As always, you can reach us at 607-777-4287 or cce@binghamton.edu.
Binghamton Food Rescue volunteers prepare for deliveries.

Graduate students respond to food insecurity

Three Binghamton University graduate students are working with local agencies to address increased food insecurity due to the coronavirus.

COVID-19 Community Response Fund

COVID-19 Community Response Fund

The United Way of Broome County, Community Foundation for South Central New York, The Conrad and Virginia Klee Foundation, The Stewart W. and Willma C. Hoyt Foundation, George A. and Margaret Mee Charitable Foundation, and Roger Kresge Foundation have collaborated to ensure that those hit hardest by this pandemic will receive assistance as quickly as possible, through grants administered to community-based organizations.

Learn more about eligibility and how to apply for funding on the United Way website. 

Debate team takes workshops virtual for local youths

Binghamton University students hold a series of free virtual debate workshops for youths in Broome County in grades three through eight.

United Way Get Help

United Way Give Help. Get Help.

The United Way of Broome County is monitoring the needs of our community and leading the county’s efforts to organize and coordinate volunteers in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

If your organization needs volunteers, dial 211 or fill out the form on the United Way website, and they will connect volunteers to your opportunity. 

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