The United Way of Western Connecticut is extending its condolences and prayers to the families affected by Friday's devastating event.  For volunteers and contributors, The United Way says Newtown is home and the organization stands with the community. 

United Way of Western Connecticut in partnership with Newtown Savings Bank has created the  "Sandy Hook School Support fund" that will be able to provide support services to the families and community that has been affected.

To donate to the Sandy Hook School Support Fund, you can send a check to:

Sandy Hook School Support Fund
c/o Newtown Savings Bank
39 Main Street, Newtown CT 06470

Or, checks may be dropped off at any Newtown Savings Bank branch location - http://www.nsbonline.com/about-us/locations.aspx.

For questions please call 800-461-0672.  To donate online, go to https://newtown.uwwesternct.org

The United Way is reminding EVERYONE that if there is a need for psychological or other services, the state's 211 line will connect you to the United Way's 24 hour hotline.