Give to our Annual Fund Drive, Now Underway
Each year, the Chest conducts a fund drive to raise monies to help our neighbors in need. ALL funds raised are distributed locally to help your neighbors in the Town of Webster and others in the 14580 ZIP code.
It's all about
NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS!
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why support the webster community chest?
The Webster Community Chest is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that has been providing services and programs for Webster (14580) residents since 1948. Prior to 1948, we were a "War Chest" and were one of many that existed throughout Monroe County during World War II. Later, most converted to Community Chests, as Webster did in 1948. All others have since closed, leaving the Webster Community Chest the only one left. Through the Chest, Webster's citizens are able to receive services that no other town enjoys.
We exist to improve, develop, and care for the health, welfare, and general well being of residents of the greater 14580 Webster community. Our tagline is "Neighbors Helping Neighbors" and that's exactly who we are and what we do.
WEBSTER COMMUNITY CHEST IN ACTION
Lila: Struggling to Cover Rent
Sophie: Therapeutic Riding Improves Quality of Life
Gene: Living Alone in Need of Meals
Lila was a stay-at-home mom of three when her husband left, taking her car and leaving her without support. Struggling to cover rent and essentials, she found a job with an understanding employer who provided a car. However, she still couldn’t catch up on rent. Thanks to the Chest, a month’s rent was paid, saving her family’s home. Now, Lila is back on her feet and able to cover her expenses. She is deeply grateful.
Gene: Living Alone in Need of Meals
Sophie: Therapeutic Riding Improves Quality of Life
Gene: Living Alone in Need of Meals
Gene, homebound, was out of food with a week left before our next end-of-month delivery. When he called, a volunteer brought groceries the same day. He qualified for Meals on Wheels, so we subsidized his start right away, bypassing the long waitlist for meals and wellness checks. This is only possible in Webster, thanks to your donations.
Sophie: Therapeutic Riding Improves Quality of Life
Sophie: Therapeutic Riding Improves Quality of Life
Sophie: Therapeutic Riding Improves Quality of Life
Sophie’s mental health struggles disrupted her family, but therapeutic horseback riding at Heritage Christian Stables made a difference. This therapy improved her posture, balance, sensory regulation, and self-confidence. Her parents saw a dramatic change—Sophie became happier, calmer, and more regulated, in ways medical treatments couldn’t achieve.
Aid to organizations - RECENT PARTNERS
Webster Public Library
One of these is the Webster Public Library Book Box Program at Phillips Village.
WEBSTER Hope
We purchased needed foodstuffs regularly for Webster Hope Food Pantry and funded several other local food assistance programs.
Special Education Parent Teacher Association
Special Education Parent Teacher Association
Webster Special Education Parent Teacher Association for scholarships to disabled children