Building Bridges in the Community
Our mission is to promote American Islamic Values through education, outreach, and community service. Learn more about contributing to MCCT by joining or donating.
Building Bridges in the Community
Our mission is to promote American Islamic Values through education, outreach, and community service. Learn more about contributing to MCCT by joining or donating.
Events
May 21
Walk Against Hunger
Walk Day Schedule
Saturday, May 21, 2022 – Dunkin’ Donuts Park, Hartford, CT
8:00 AM - Registration opens, entertainment and family activities begin
9:30 AM - Walk program begins with Renee DiNino and Scot Haney
10:00 AM - Walk steps off, the route is 1.5 miles, starting and ending at Dunkin’ Donuts Park
It’s almost time for Foodshare’s Annual Walk Against Hunger!
For more information and to sign up to join MCCT’S team click on the link below:
- Learn More/Register
- Get Directions
- Order Now
June 4
Monthly Shelter Serve Program
Shelter Serves take place the first Saturday of each month throughout the year.
MCCT is currently partnering with Chicken City Halal Restaurant to deliver individual food boxes directly to Mercy Shelter in Hartford.
Please click below for sign up link and detailed instructions.
- Learn More/Register
- Get Directions
- Order Now
Support Us
Just $2/month
Pledge to give an ongoing donation of just $2/month (or more, if you elect) to support our efforts. For less than a cup of coffee, you can help support the vital programs we provide in the community!
Give a one-time gift
Make a one-time donation to support the many efforts of The Muslim Coalition of CT. This helps us fulfill our mission to promote American Islamic values through education, outreach, and community service!
Who We Are
The Muslim Coalition of Connecticut (MCCT) is a non-profit organization with a mission to promote American Islamic Values through education, outreach, and community service.
The Muslim Coalition of Connecticut (MCCT) was founded in 2004 by a group of local leaders in an effort to provide an alternative to the negative illustrations of Muslims. The leadership of the Berlin, Waterbury, and Hartford Muslim communities came together with other activists to establish an organization that would focus on educating the public on Islam and Muslims and building alliances with other faith communities in Connecticut through social activism and collective civil programming.
Press Releases
Condemnation of Violence
The Muslim Coalition of Connecticut unequivocally condemns three acts of unthinkable violence that unfolded in recent days. We grieve with the families of victims and pray that the perpetrators will face immediate and full accountability. Two of these acts have been classified as federal hate crimes, and the other has been denounced by the United
Attack on Shia Mosque in Peshawar
The Muslim Coalition of Connecticut strongly condemns the deadly suicide bombing of a Shia mosque in Peshawar, Pakistan, on March 5, 2022, killing more than 60 worshippers and wounding more than 200 people at a time when the mosque was packed for Friday prayer. Islamic State of Khorasan IS K has claimed responsibility for this
Humanitarian Crisis in Ukraine
As we enter the 10th day of the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, Muslim Coalition of Connecticut stands with the Ukrainian people and offers support and our collective prayers to the victims of aggression and violence. This escalating conflict will lead to immense civilian casualties, increasing humanitarian needs, and is leading to one of the biggest
Prayer Schedules
MCCT Brochures
Newsletters
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Documents
Letters to excuse children from school on religious holidays
Connect
Media
Aida Mansoor op-ed for Hartford Courant
Dr. Reza Mansoor interview with CT Public Broadcasting
Journal Inquirer Article re Afghanistan Aug 2021
What We Do
01.
Speakers Bureau
Training and developing speakers on a variety of topics such as Islamic beliefs and practices, women in Islam, shariah, Islamic jihad (religiously sanctioned fighting or defense), and democracy and Islam.
02.
Community Service
We engage in a variety of community service programs that are focused on improving quality of life for CT
residences and addressing needs of vulnerable populations.
03.
Outreach
MCCT creates and sponsors events to bring Muslims and non-Muslims together to engage in activities which foster community involvement and religious education. We give people the opportunity to learn by doing and connecting.
04.
Collaboration
Solidarity, education, and peace are core values that are reflected by our initiatives to collaborate with Muslim student associations, businesses, and cultural organizations in our community.
