Fundraising & Community Events

Give Local - April 29-30, 2025 

Give Local Greater Waterbury and Litchfield Hills is an annual 36-hour online fundraising event organized by the Connecticut Community Foundation. It unites donors, businesses, and local charities to provide essential support to nonprofit organizations in the Greater Waterbury and Litchfield Hills regions. Since its inception in 2013, the event has raised over $17.2 million, benefiting more than 300 local nonprofits.

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Click here to view Wellmore's Give Local profile.

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Links Fore Hope - June 3, 2025 @ Country Club of Waterbury

Links Fore Hope is an annual charity golf tournament organized by Wellmore Behavioral Health to support its mission of providing quality, compassionate behavioral healthcare and human services to thousands of adults, children, and families. The event typically features a day of golf, networking opportunities, and fundraising activities, all aimed at raising essential funds for Wellmore's programs and services.

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For more information about this year's event, click here.

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Light Up The Night - August 31, 2025

Have you or a loved one been impacted by substance use? Light Up the Night is an annual event organized by Wellmore Behavioral Health to raise awareness and support for mental health and substance use treatment services. Held on International Overdose Awareness Day, the event features a candlelight vigil to honor those affected by substance use and to promote community solidarity. Participants gather to remember loved ones lost to overdose and to advocate for increased support and resources for those struggling with substance use disorders.

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Consider purchasing a luminary to honor a loved one. More information will follow this summer.

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Festival of Lights - December 4, 2025 @ ACES at Chase

The Festival of Lights is an annual fundraising event hosted by Wellmore Behavioral Health to support its mission of providing quality, compassionate behavioral healthcare and human services to thousands of adults, children, and families.

This festive gathering features beautifully decorated trees and wreaths, live entertainment, and a variety of food and beverages, all aimed at raising funds for essential mental health and substance use treatment services.​

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The event offers several ways for individuals and organizations to participate:

• Donate a Tree or Wreath: Participants can create and donate a themed tree or wreath, often with the support of friends, family, or colleagues. This collaborative effort adds a personal touch to the event and enhances the festive atmosphere.

• Purchase Tickets: Attendees can buy tickets to enjoy the event, with proceeds directly benefiting Wellmore Behavioral Health's programs and services.

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If you are interested in contributing towards any of these events please contact Jackie Post at jpost@wellmore.org.

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