NEWTOWN, Conn. - The United Way of Western Connecticut has teamed up with a local bank to create a support fund for the families of the Sandy Hook Elementary School massacre.

The United Way says the funds will be used to provide support and resources as needs are identified.

Funds can be donated to the 'Sandy Hook School Support Fund'.

Check donations may be mailed to:

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

You can also donate online by clicking here.

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