Support

Donations

OPP serves over 1,000 young people in Greater Hartford by giving them the opportunity to discover the great futures they deserve! You can make a difference in young people’s lives by supporting our vital work. Donate today to empower youth to succeed in education, employment, and life.

Donations are accepted via credit card (securely through BlackBaud.com), PayPal, and check. Please make checks payable to Our Piece of the Pie, Inc.

Take the Next Step

Please contact Senior Director of Development and Strategic Initiatives Kim Johnson, Kim.Johnson@opp.org or 860.761.7347, to discuss how you can support OPP.

Sponsor

Visit OPP’s Events page to learn about our current sponsorship opportunities.

Gifts of Stock

For more information on donating stock to OPP, please contact Kim Johnson.

Planned Giving

Make a lasting gift by joining our legacy society. Consider including Our Piece of the Pie in your estate planning.  Your contribution can make great futures possible for countless youth for years to come. Consult with your financial advisor to discuss the full range of planned giving options, including gifts of retirement plans, remainder interest in property, and others. If you would like more information about making a lasting gift and joining our legacy society, please contact Kim Johnson.

In-Kind Donations

  • Clothes Betty’s Closet gives our youth the opportunity to take home suits, dresses, blazers, ties, and shoes suitable for job interviews. Donate your professional wear today!
  • Art Supplies
  • Lawn Equipment (Rakes, snow shovels, lawnmowers, gloves, weedwhackers etc.) OPP youth provide year-round lawn and snow maintenance to Hartford’s homebound.

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Name

Brittany Petrucci

Senior Director of Development 

ext. 7347

Brittany Petrucci joined Our Piece of the Pie (OPP) as Director of Development in March 2026. She is a nonprofit leader with a strong track record in fundraising, strategic growth, and building programs that expand access to opportunity for young people and communities.

Brittany brings extensive experience leading multi-department initiatives, managing complex budgets, and strengthening organizational infrastructure to drive measurable impact. Throughout her career, she has worked at the intersection of youth development, community safety, and systems change, supporting individuals and families navigating barriers related to violence, instability, and inequity. Her work is grounded in trauma-informed, equity-centered practices and informed by research on long-term outcomes related to youth adversity.

In her role at OPP, Brittany leads the organization’s development strategy, advancing efforts to increase philanthropic support, deepen donor and community engagement, and elevate OPP’s visibility. She is passionate about building meaningful partnerships that mobilize resources, close opportunity gaps, and ensure young people have the support and pathways needed to thrive.

Brittany earned her Master of Science in Criminal Justice from Central Connecticut State University and her Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Forensic Psychology from the University of New Haven, along with a minor in Psychology and a Certificate in Victim Services Administration.