Bridgeport, CT – Sawubona, Inc. has been awarded a $7,500 grant from Fairfield County’s Community
Foundation to support its operating costs.
Sawubona provides creative expressive arts programs to up to 75 students annually, dedicating nearly all
of its budget to program materials. Grants and donations that cover operating costs allow the organization
to recruit talented leaders in the arts, poetry, music, and movement to facilitate impactful sessions. This
funding will help Sawubona expand its reach by opening an additional location and increasing the number
of creative artists on its roster.
“More importantly, this recognition supports our vision that all our children are seen, heard, and believed,”
said Charles J. Morgan, President of Sawubona, Inc.
Founded in 2021, Sawubona, Inc. has helped nearly 150 young people build resilience and mental wellness
through creative arts participation. The organization serves middle and high school students through after-
school activities at Wakeman Boys and Girls Clubs in Bridgeport.
Fairfield County’s Community Foundation promotes philanthropy as a means to create meaningful change
in Fairfield County, focusing on innovative and collaborative solutions to critical community issues.
Individuals, families, corporations, and organizations can establish charitable funds or contribute to
existing funds. The foundation complies with the Council on Foundations’ National Standards and has
awarded over $180 million in grants to nonprofits in Fairfield County and beyond. For more information,
visit www.fccfoundation.org.
Sawubona partners with Bridgeport organizations to provide free after-school programs incorporating
creative therapies. Middle and high school participants build confidence, develop new skills in a safe
environment, and enjoy engaging activities. Sawubona’s mission is to nurture the resilience of youth and
their families through creative expression. Visit www.sawubonacares.org for more information.
