The Westport Impact

  When you first meet Andi Sklar , you might mistake her for just another Westport, Connecticut mom juggling carpool schedules and family dinners. But speak to anyone in Fairfield County’s nonprofit community, and you’ll quickly learn that Sklar is something much more: a quiet powerhouse of grassroots philanthropy, event strategy, and hands-on service. Her journey—from preschool committee meetings to raising millions for healthcare initiatives—is a testament to the impact one determined woman can make when purpose meets persistence. Andi Sklar’s story isn’t one of overnight transformation. It’s the accumulation of years spent rolling up her sleeves, forging connections, and showing up—not for attention, but because she believes deeply in the power of local engagement. Whether she’s organizing a small lemonade stand to raise money for children in crisis or coordinating EKG screenings at major hospitals, Sklar approaches philanthropy with the same authenticity she brings to everythin...

In a world where busyness is a badge of honor and digital distractions often dominate, Westport’s Andi Sklar has quietly built a legacy that’s anything but ordinary. Her work as a community advocate and fundraiser is well known throughout Fairfield County, but what makes her story especially compelling is the way she has seamlessly woven philanthropy into the fabric of her family life—raising not just funds, but the next generation of givers. For Sklar, philanthropy isn't a side project or seasonal effort—it’s a way of living. From lemonade stands in her driveway to large-scale hospital initiatives, she brings her children along for the ride, teaching them that making a difference doesn’t require wealth or perfection—just intention and heart. Modeling Service at Home Andi Sklar’s philanthropic philosophy starts at home. Rather than waiting for the perfect time to introduce her children to giving, she integrated it into their lives from the earliest age. That mindset helped shape th...

  The Westport community advocate proving that generosity can go viral. In an era where much of daily life unfolds online, it’s easy to dismiss social media as a space for vanity or noise. But for Andi Sklar , a community advocate and philanthropic leader based in Westport, Connecticut, the digital world is something else entirely: a powerful tool for good. Sklar has built a reputation not only for hands-on fundraising and charitable event planning, but also for her ability to leverage online platforms in meaningful ways. Her mission is simple but profound—to turn everyday digital habits into acts of generosity, connection, and impact. Turning Scrolls into Support Sklar understands that social media is more than a highlight reel. It’s a channel through which personal stories, community needs, and heartfelt causes can reach people in seconds. Whether she’s posting about Connecticut Children’s Medical Center, raising awareness for Long QT Syndrome through Hearts in Harmony, or su...