My name is Tom Grimaldi. My best friends for over forty years had a devastating house fire on December 20, 2025, in New Britain, CT. Rolando (Roy) Centeno and his wife Ruth Vazquez-Centeno need our help. Having suffered through this ordeal, I want to ensure that they don't have to worry about funds that the insurance company will not cover, plus their day-to-day needs for food, clothing, and other expenses.

Roy and Ruth have given selflessly to the community of the City of New Britain for many decades. I humbly ask you, during this holiday season, to give a donation to this cause. No donation is too small. These are the times that we all need to come together and help our friends in our community. I know that they would never ask for your help, as they are a proud, hardworking family who are very dedicated to their community.

What Was Lost

All winter clothes

Beds, blankets & essentials

Kids’ items & holiday gifts

Furniture & electronics

A safe place to live

How Your Donation Helps

Clothes, food & supplies

Temporary housing

Rebuilding essentials

Stability for the whole family

How You Can Help

Donate what you can — every dollar matters

Share this link with family, friends, churches

Pray or send love to lift their spirits

Let’s help Roy, Ruth, and their family rebuild — not just their home, but their peace of mind. We’ll post photo updates here as recovery begins.

Please help me to help them during these challenging times. I thank you in advance on behalf of the Centeno Family. I am grateful to each and every one of you for your generosity.

I would like to thank the New Britain Fire and Police Departments for their swift response.

Christmas Blessings to you all!