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18th Annual Builders of Hope Breakfast
Builders of Hope is BACK as a breakfast!
Tuesday, May 17th, 2022
7:30 to 9:30 AM
The Woodwinds
29 School Ground Rd, Branford, CT 06405
Our annual Builders of Hope event aims to bring together a supportive community who are collectively dedicated to improving the wellness and overall quality of life of others. As we have had to pivot to outdoor events and date delays due to the ongoing pandemic, we are excited to announce the return of our Builders of Hope event as a breakfast as it has traditionally been known.
About Our Keynote Speaker, Dr. Brenda Combs: Survivor, Advocate & Inspirational Educator
Dr. Brenda Combs is a symbol of inspiration and perseverance to all who meet her. Growing up in a middle class family in Arizona, Brenda fell into a bad crowd which led to her struggling with substance use, dropping out of school, and ending up homeless. Suffering multiple instances of trauma and violence, it took Brenda hitting rock bottom for her to decide she wanted to turn her life around. She documented this moment along with many others in her autobiography titled, “Finding My Shoes,” in which her shoes were stolen while she was homeless and she was forced to walk on the hot concrete on a hot summer’s day in California. Brenda went on to entering rehab and following her dreams of becoming an educator, receiving multiple degrees as a working single mother. Join us for an empowering morning as Brenda shares her story of survival, recovery, and how finding your self worth can lead to resiliency and success.
Thank you to our sponsor's for making this year's Builders of Hope possible! See below for our full list of this year's sponsors.
Champion Sponsors
Community Advocate Sponsors
Carmoday, Torrance, Sandak and Hennessey LLP
Community Change Agent Sponsors
Community Foundation for Greater New Haven
Anne and Jeffrey Godsey
Elm City Communities - The Housing Authority of New Haven
The Lewis G. Schaeneman Jr. Foundation
Southern Connecticut State University - College of Health and Human Services and School of Education
Community Ally Sponsors
Branford Community Foundation/ Guilford Savings Bank
Clifton Larson Allen
Jewish Foundation for Greater New Haven
David and Billie Ladd
Michael Riso
Barbara and Peter Strauss
Lockton - Debra Testa
Town Fair Tire
Wells Fargo
Yale University
Community Partner Sponsors
Andrea Asnes
Bulmer Family
Connecticut Health Network of CT Foundation
Connecticut Health Foundation
Edge Technology Services
Guilford Foundation/ Guilford Savings Bank
Junkluggers of Greater New Haven
Lifetime Care at Home
Marrakech, inc
Mosaic Printing
Murtha Cullina
Science Park Development Corp.
Tile America of New Haven
Nikki Travaglino - Homes for Heros
Triton Athletics
University of New Haven - Tow Foundation
University of New Haven
V.F. McNeil Insurance
Bernadette Welsh - John M. Glover Agency
Event In Review: Screening of the play MATTHEW RISING by Sharece Sellem
A cautionary tale of substance misuse, the dark web, and substances in the home
Wednesday, December 2, 2020
2:30pm - 4:00pm
No need to register!
Just join us at the Zoom link at 2:30pm on the 2nd
During the pandemic, youth are at risk for substance misuse now more than ever. The most effective way to stop substance use is to prevent it before it happens. Please join us for a free virtual screening of the powerful story of Matthew Rising, a play about teens experimenting with substances, the dark web, loss and the impact of the opioid crisis on family.
Save the date December 2, 2020 at 2:30-4:00pm for this special virtual screening which will be followed by a panel discussion. This is a combined meeting of the Hamden Youth Network and the Hamden - North Haven Collaborative and the youth participants in the HYS Employment and Training Program. Panelists include:
Amanda Forcucci, Co Chair Hamden Youth Network
Director, HPS Health and Physical Education
Susan Rubino, Co Chair Hamden Youth Network and HNH Collaborative
Coordinator, Hamden Youth Services
Carolina Serna, Co Chair HNH Collaborative
Family Support, Clifford Beers
Event In Review:
17th Annual Builders of Hope at the Drive-In!
Wednesday, September 16th
7:00PM to 8:30PM
North Haven Fairgrounds
290 Washington Ave, North Haven, CT 06473
See photos from the event here
Our first ever Drive-In style event for this year’s Builders of Hope was the perfect way to enjoy an end-of-summer evening! Although we were not able to provide a live and in-person event, we were still able to bring everyone together in a healthy and safe manner and provide the same wonderful event.
Alice talked about the rising rates of overdoses and substance related deaths in Connecticut during COVID-19. Our guests learned more about our SAFE-Family Recovery program for individuals dealing with substance issues our support groups for family members and/or loved ones of people struggling with addiction.
Best-selling author and motivational speaker Nic Sheff detailed his earlier life, having been a teenager struggling with substance use and mental illness. He generously gave us an honest look at how complicated living with addiction can be. With support (and tough love) from his family, accessible resources and his own determination, Nic was able to overcome his addictions and get a mental health diagnosis. “Getting diagnosed as Bipolar helped me understand that my drug use was so much more than just wanting to get high,” he said. Nic emphasized the importance of understanding mental health as an essential component for treating--and curing--substance abuse.
Thank you to all who joined us on this special night. The generosity shown helps CB continue to provide services to the people who need it most. We hope to see you next year!