PROUDLY SERVING THE 18TH DISTRICT
State Senator Heather Somers
Senior Deputy Republican Leader
Heather Somers, elected in 2016, represents Connecticut’s 18th district. She is a Chief Deputy Senate Republican Leader and serves as Ranking Member of the Public Health Committee and the Appropriations Committee. Heather has been recognized as a champion of important initiatives in health care, tourism, mental health, senior housing and elder care. She is also a former councilwoman and mayor in her native Groton.
"Together, we can bridge divides and build a brighter future for all Connecticut families."
Nothing like the annual Stonington Borough Fire Department Lobster fundraiser!!
This makes the gardening worth it!
Excited to share that CT Women's Business Development Council (WBDC) has opened the next round of their Ignite and Child Care Business Grant Programs!
As Co-Chair of Women-Owned Business Day at the Capitol this year, I saw firsthand the incredible work WBDC does to empower women entrepreneurs across Connecticut.
Ignite Grant
Up to $10K for CT women-owned businesses (2+ yrs, $25K–$2M revenue)
📅 Apply: Aug 5 – Sept 16
This program has distributed 424 grants totaling $3.9 million!
Child Care Business Grants (with CT Office of Early Childhood)
Up to $25K to qualified licensed and aspiring child care businesses📅 Apply: Aug 1 – Aug 31
This program has awarded over $8 million to child care businesses across CT!�
Info sessions available during both application periods.
🔗 Learn more: ctwbdc.org
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