Community Service
I not only work at the local deli in town but I do something even more important, I work to help our community by giving my time to people that need help. First, at our local Soup Kitchen in Torrington, CT where I serve meals to the homeless and those people that cannot afford a nutritious meal. I also volunteer my time to a foundation called “The Possum Queen”, where me and my two sisters, Brooke and Madison founded what is known as “The Little Possums”. The Little Possums was an idea that all three of us formed and approached Vice President Mr. Bongiorno of the Possum Queen. We asked if we could form the Little Possums, bringing in kids from around town and the local schools to help raise money and create awareness for The Possum Queen which is held every year on New Years Day. Mr. Bongiorno and the other board members loved the idea and “The Little Possums” was born. PQF could help purchase a wheelchair for someone that suffered a bad accident or has other health problems. We can help arrange for meals or groceries to be brought for someone that just spent their last dollar on medical expenses, basically anyone that has fallen on hard times.
In addition, I volunteer for the Oliver Wolcott Library called "The Festival of Trees" which was Established over 25 years ago. The Festival of Trees & Traditions has become an annual holiday custom for visitors throughout Litchfield and the state. Every year community members, artists, and organizations decorate holiday trees to be displayed in the galleries of the Oliver Wolcott Library. All items are for sale, and profits help fund the library’s special exhibitions, educational programs, and operating expenses. For the event, local designers prepare festive centerpieces, and library patrons create wreaths and other forms of original art and holiday décor for bidding by attendees. The library is transformed into an elegant party venue for the more than 500 people who attend the event. This year I am decorating and donating a tree with my own money that I earn from my job at the deli. I am also working the vent passing out food and cleaning up after the event.
Torrington Soup Kitchen
For the past 2 years I have been serving at the Torrington soup kitchen preparing and serving meals to those in need in our community. My parents have always told me that I have been given so much and that much is required of me to give back and this was one of the ways I could give back and help others who don't have what I have.
The Torrington Soup Kitchen does more than just serve meals, it provides nutritional counseling, feeds the hungry, provides essential everyday support, nutritious food and medical support resources.
Possum Queen Foundation
I also volunteer my time to a foundation called “The Possum Queen”, where me and my two sisters, Brooke and Madison founded what is known as “The Little Possums”. The Little Possums was an idea that all three of us formed and approached Vice President Mr. Bongiorno of the PQ. We asked if we could form the Little Possums, bringing in kids from around town and the local schools to help raise money and create awareness for The Possum Queen. Mr. Bongiorno and the other board members loved the idea and “The Little Possums” was born.
PQF could help purchase a wheelchair for someone that suffered a bad accident or has other health problems. We can help arrange for meals or groceries to be brought for someone that just spent their last dollar on medical expenses, basically anyone that has fallen on hard times.
2023 Possum Queen Foundation
The youngest among the Litchfield high school/middle school was the Lacilla siblings Luke, Brook, and Madison, The trio sold t-shirts and solicited donations in an effort that raised more than $6,000.
"Three hardworking kids who took it upon themselves to volunteer for our cause," Bongiorno said. "They did a great job and they did it all on their own without any prompting from us."
- Jan. 5, 2023 Republican American
First Congregational Church of Litchfield
