COMMUNITY
Our commitment goes beyond design-build and home renovations; we actively contribute to shaping a stronger, more connected community. Our mission—"Living Made Better"—extends into the neighborhoods we serve, ensuring we give back through coaching, sponsorships, and ongoing support.
Supporting Our Youth
Sports & Community Events
We are proud to support youth programs and local initiatives that strengthen our community in Fairfield County. Stay connected with us as we continue to support initiatives that embody our vision of "Living Made Better” in the Fairfield County youth community.
Varsity Assistant Coach (2016-2017)
Freshman Coach (2005-2020, 2023-Present)
Staples Soccer Alumni – Starting defender on the 1993 state championship team and captain of the ’94 squad.
Staples High School Soccer
Coaching
Chris O’Dell has dedicated 16 years to coaching Staples High School soccer, impacting countless student-athletes through mentorship and leadership. As the current Freshman Coach, he resumed his role in 2023 after leading the program from 2005 to 2020. His coaching philosophy emphasizes teamwork, discipline, and excellence—values that help young athletes grow both on and off the field.
Chris' deep ties to the Staples soccer community reflect his passion for supporting youth athletic programs. His teams consistently excelled, often finishing seasons with undefeated records. More importantly, he instills a sense of pride and dedication that extends beyond the game.
Strengthening Skills, Protecting Lives
Firefighter Training
Before demolishing one of our properties, we had the incredible opportunity to support our local firefighters by offering it as a live training site. This hands-on experience helps first responders sharpen their skills, ensuring they’re ready to keep our community safe.
Who We Sponsor
About the programs sponsored by The O’Dell Group
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Triple A Division
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The Milford Pop Warner Eagles Cheerleading program has no tryouts or cutting of rosters all abilities are welcome. They are the only national youth sports organization in America that requires its participants to perform adequately in the classroom before permitting them to play.
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The O’Dell Group is thrilled to collaborate with Bedford Middle School's acting group to build their play sets, bringing dreams to life with a new stage for every production to come! The shows include Beauty and The Beast, Shrek, Lion King, and Alice in Wonderland.
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Helping young athletes develop teamwork, discipline, and confidence in a fun and inclusive basketball program for ages 5-13. The YMCA has a long history of promoting youth sports, and we are honored to contribute to a league that fosters growth both on and off the court.
Building The Bedford Middle School Theater Stage Sets
The O’Dell Group is thrilled to collaborate with Bedford Middle School's acting group and build their new set, bringing dreams to life with a new stage for every production to come!
The O’Dell Group has built stage sets for Bedford Middle School theater productions including:
Beauty and The Beast
Shrek
Lion King
Alice in Wonderland
The O’Dell Group is thrilled to collaborate with Bedford Middle School's acting group and build their new set, bringing dreams to life with a new stage for every production to come!
A huge thank you to the O'Dell Group for their building efforts. The "Beauty And The Beast" opening show was a complete success, sellout, leaving audiences mesmerized by the quality of the work and the craftsmanship put together for the kids an unbelievable crew of builders and team leaders we hope to work with again.
Ryan Smith, Director @rpotheatrics
Proud Sponsor of Westport Weston Family YMCA Youth Basketball League
Helping young athletes develop teamwork, discipline, and confidence in a fun and inclusive basketball program for ages 5-13. The YMCA has a long history of promoting youth sports, and we are honored to contribute to a league that fosters growth both on and off the court.
“On behalf of all the participants and the entire Weston Westport Family YMCA, sincerely thank you for your generous support. We are very excited to kick off the season looking the sharpest in the league”
-Christina, COO at Westport Weston Family YMCA
Financial Support
Fairfield Youth Football Golf Tournament
FYF is a non-profit organization whose primary purpose is to promote and encourage the game of Football and Cheer in the Town of Fairfield in a fun, safe and sportsmanlike environment. Competing at a high level and learning to work as a team, rather than individuals, is their goal. FYF is the Town of Fairfield, CT’s only youth Cheer and Football program.
Financial Support