During a February 8 meeting of its Board of Directors, the Tuscarawas Society for Children & Adults, Inc. (better known as the Rainbow Connection) awarded local organizations and individuals $41,164.65 in aid.
Assistance includes: the purchase of a hearing system for Indian Valley Schools; assistance with the purchase of ADA-compliant bleachers and a new handicapped accessible walkway and parking spots for New Philadelphia Youth Soccer Association; medical equipment for local individuals including two prosthetic legs; more than $10,000 in medical bills for individuals; and more than $700 in long-term prescription assistance to Tuscarawas County residents.
The Rainbow Connection is a nonprofit, independent health charity dedicated to meeting the needs of the disadvantaged and disabled residents of Tuscarawas County. If you or someone you know needs support, call 330.343.8686 or click here to download an application. The Rainbow Connection is able to provide assistance because of those who sponsor and donate to its annual telethon and auction fundraiser. All of the money raised during this event is returned to the community through assistance. Click here to make a donation.
The 51st Annual Rainbow Connection Telethon is March 10, 11a – 4p at Tuscarawas Central Catholic High School. Watch live on Spectrum Channel 15 or at tuscrainbow.org. The online auction begins March 4 on our website.
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