Be a part of Preservation Connecticut's effort to help communities in need.
Located within the East Bridgeport National Historic District, Washington Park and its surrounding Victorian neighborhood is one of the most architecturally intact and culturally diverse in the state. However, the area faces high levels of poverty and ranks among the lowest in Bridgeport for quality of life and the highest for crime. Local churches are left to provide vital resources. But these church buildings need emergency repair and restoration to continue their work serving the community.
6.2 Millon in Capital Needs
What we are doing
Preservation CT has dedicated
- hundreds of hours of staff time
- over $400,000 in funds for capital needs and planning services
- resources to apply for funding from public partners (CIF 2030 and SHPO)
- private funds to hire an environmental justice consultant and Fellow
How you can help
- Sign the petition to make your voice heard.
- Contact your state representative! Find your legislator.
- Submit a letter of support to Preservation Connecticut through the mail or our contact form.
- Donate directly to this project or become a member to support our efforts!
- Join us on October 31st at noon in Washington Park to celebrate the awarding of Maintenance & Repair grants to three historic churches around the park!
“Preservation Connecticut offers Maintenance & Repair grants for religious buildings of up to $15,000 for capital improvements. Visit our funding page for more information on our grants.”