United Way Legislative Breakfast Highlights Legislative Priorities and Programs

I spent Tuesday morning with other lawmakers discussing programs offered by the United Way and hearing about some of their legislative priorities. One of the programs highlighted I found interesting was 860Rides.

This program aims to help compensate in need young adults ages 16-29 with travel expenses for work, ensuring that they have reliable transportation to their jobs. While the United Way doesn't hand out the assistance directly, they do work alongside their partners to help individuals who have been referred to them.

For more information visit their website below.
https://unitedwayinc.org/our-work/wages/860rides/

In addition, for those who may not be aware, the United Way of West Central Connecticut that serves Bristol, Burlington, Plainville and Plymouth has merged with the United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut (Hartford-based) in mid-2025. If you have questions or concerns regarding VITA, you will need to call Hartford at (860) 971-4750.