SENATOR MARX WELCOMES $200,000 STATE GRANT SUPPORTING THE NEW LONDON COMMUNITY MEAL CENTER

April 10, 2026

Today, State Senator Martha Marx (D-New London) welcomed the state’s announcement of a $200,000 grant to the New London Community Meal Center, Inc. to support and improve access to locally grown and healthy food.

The grant is one of 12 being delivered to organizations around the state including food pantries, community health centers and nonprofits to connect fresh products from Connecticut farms to populations experiencing food insecurity.

“This is an awesome grant for our community as it supports those in need and aids Connecticut farmers at the same time,” said Sen. Marx. “It’s a common-sense way to connect our agricultural initiatives and make sure no one in our community goes hungry, expanding residents’ access to healthy options in the process. I’m grateful to the Governor and state leaders for continuing to support southeastern Connecticut.”

These funds will be released as part of the state’s Local Food Purchase Assistance Grant Program, which at once seeks to increase access to healthy food while supporting Connecticut farmers and agriculture.

The Community Meal Center, through this grant, can expand local access to locally grown food through its meal programs, market and wellness hub, supporting low-income residents and seniors in southeastern Connecticut.