Three-Person Team to Serve as Liaison for Newtown Donors

A three-person team will serve as liaison and coordinator for donors from the corporate, sports, and entertainment industries, regarding initiatives benefitting the town of Newtown in the wake of the tragic events at Sandy Hook School, according to a press release from First Selectman E. Patricia Llodra's office.

Patrick Kinney, a communications consultant for the United Way, will work with town residents MaryAnn Murtha and Robert Geckle to help coordinate and focus the offers in order to best meet the interests of the donors and the needs of the community.

"First Selectman E. Patricia Llodra extends sincere thanks for the generosity of caring persons in these fields and encourages those interested to please work through the team so that efforts may be better coordinated and produce the desired outcomes," the press release stated.