Conducting work or contributing effort that directly addresses specific social problems; doing charitable work or working directly with charitable organizations
Sustainable Winchester is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering a sustainable future for our community. We aim to inspire Winchester residents to actively participate in sustainability. Our focus areas include renewable energy, waste management, construction and building use, transportation, land use, water and air resources, biodiversity and sustainable landscaping.
We provide numerous volunteer programs during the course of the year -- including blood drives (in conjunction with the Red Cross), a Masonic Child Identification Program (at Town Day), and providing hospital equipment to anyone in need of a wheelchair, hospital bed, walker, etc. (free of charge). In addition, we march in both the Veterans' Day and Memorial Day parades in the Town.
The Winchester Farmers Market Community Hub explores the different aspects of community building and the ways that bring people together. With the Winchester Farmers Market as the starting point various programs are developed that contribute to a more resilient vibrant community.
A collaborative community effort of Winchester schools, businesses, faith-based organizations, civic groups and community members that provides healthy lunch foods during the summer for students who may rely on subsidized school-year lunches or who are nutritionally challenged due to unforeseen circumstances.