Under The Tree

Last holiday season, we were able to fulfill over 660 wishes for BHcare clients for our annual Under the Tree Project!  This year, our goal is to surpass that number, and with your support, we’ll make more clients’ wishes come true.

Your participation in our Under the Tree Project will brighten the holiday season and create lasting memories for individuals and families struggling with domestic violence, mental health, and substance use. Your kind gesture will make a difference in the life of another, which could be the change they need to help them heal.

Here’s how you can help.

Adopt a client or family!

Brighten the holidays by providing a gift(s) for adults and children receiving services through BHcare programs. As many as two wishes will be provided per individual, but we only ask that one wish be fulfilled. Each wish should cost no more than $50 per item.

To adopt a client or family, complete our online form or email development@bhcare.org with the number of individuals you would like to support. You will be emailed information regarding your adopted client prior to Wednesday, November 19. Gift drop-off will be Monday, December 8 and Tuesday, December 9, from 10 a.m. to 5:30 pm. at 61 N. Cliff Street, Ansonia at the Church of the Assumption or BHcare Shoreline at 28 Branford Road, North Branford. If the dates above don’t work for you, email us at development@bhcare.org, and we can make alternate arrangements.

Prefer to Give a Monetary Gift?

You can donate online or mail a check that will be used to cover the purchase of gifts, supplies, and food for clients in need this holiday season. If all holiday needs are met, any additional donations will be used to support BHcare clients throughout the year.

• To donate online, please visit https://bit.ly/UTT25BHcare

• Mail your donation to BHcare, c/o Under the Tree Program 127 Washington Ave. 3^rd Floor West, North Haven, CT 06473. Please make your check payable to BHcare Foundation and include “Under the Tree 2025” in the memo.

Your generosity helps us continue a beloved tradition while creating positive memories and bringing smiles to those who need them most.

Have a wonderful holiday!

Domestic Violence Awareness Month

• SOUND OF HOPE
  Join BHcare’s Domestic Violence Programs and the City of New Haven as we raise awareness, remember victims, and celebrate survivors of domestic violence.

             Tuesday, September 30 at 1:15 PM at Long Wharf Pier, New Haven

• CELEBRATE SHELTON DAY 

On Sunday, October 5, 2025, we will be tabling from 11:00 am – 5:00 pm at the park (near the River Walk on Canal   Street, Shelton).

• WEAR PURPLE THURSDAY

On Thursday, October 23, join us in honoring Domestic Violence Awareness Month by wearing purple.

• CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAY AT MY SISTER’S PLACE 

Join us at My Sister’s Place at 380 Main Street in Ansonia from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, where you can enjoy a special 20%  discount on your order as a heartfelt thank you for your support.

Community Day of Connection

This event was a success because of you, and we hope you enjoyed connecting with neighbors, local organizations, and the community as a whole.

Thank you for being a Back-to-School Hero!

Because of YOU… A Chance to Shine 2025 raised over $350,000!

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Thanks to the incredible generosity of our sponsors, donors, walkers, riders, volunteers, and supporters, A Chance to Shine raised more than $350,000 to support BHcare’s life-saving services.

Your support directly impacts more than 15,000 individuals in the Greater New Haven Area each year.

Thank you for shining with us!