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Discover the Eastern Passport

Support local. Save money. Explore Willimantic.

The Eastern Passport is your ticket to exclusive discounts at local businesses in Willimantic. Whether you're grabbing coffee, shopping downtown, or hanging with friends—bring your Passport and enjoy the perks of being a Warrior.


Eastern Passports are available for pickup at the Student Center Info Desk.

Eastern Passport front cover

How to Earn Stamps

Eastern Passport stamp, a bold E and a stylized clap boardEvery time you make a purchase at a participating local business:

  1. Bring your Eastern Passport and Student ID.
  2. Show them at checkout to get your discount and a stamp in your book.

Made a return visit to the same business? Use the extra stamp pages in the back of your Passport to keep earning rewards.

Bonus Stamp

Post a picture on Instagram, tag the business and @easternctstateuniv, and the store will give you one extra stamp.

Prizes & Raffle Entries

The more stamps you collect throughout the semester, the more raffle entries you'll earn for some awesome prizes.

We're still finalizing the prize list—but trust us, it's going to be good.
We may even let you vote for the grand prize via our Instagram Stories.

Why We Created This Program

The Eastern Passport is a way to:

  • Encourage students to explore and support our Willimantic community.
  • Build connections with new and returning Eastern friends.
  • Save some money while having fun off-campus.

This is the first semester of the Eastern Passport Program, and we’d love your feedback.

Questions, comments, or suggestions?

Contact Sarah Duffy ’26, Eastern Passport Coordinator: easternpassport@easternct.edu

Local Businesses: Want to Join?

We’re always looking for new partners.

If you own a local business and would like to participate, please fill out this interest form: Business Participation Form

About Our Community Partner: WDNA

The Willimantic Downtown Neighborhood Association (WDNA) is a volunteer-run organization that promotes the economic, cultural, and artistic vibrancy of downtown Willimantic.

WDNA supports:

  • Local businesses and organizations
  • Community events
  • Arts and culture
  • Beautification and revitalization efforts
  • Public art and riverfront development

WDNA hosts monthly meetings open to all.
Visit their website: willimanticdna.org
Follow them: @willimanticct on Instagram

Willimantic Downtown Neighborhood Association logo