Free Public Assistance

We have provided all of the Connecticut Free Public Assistance and programs.

National Veterans Services Fund, Inc.     (800)521-0198 PO Box 2465 Darien, CT 06820 website: http://www.nvsf.org We provide case-managed social services and limited assistance to Vietnam- and Persian Gulf War- veterans and their families. NVSF, Inc. uniquely combines family-guided case management (service coordination) and advocacy assistance while strengthening business, social and community support.
Advocacy For Patients With Chronic Illness Inc     (860)674-1370 18 Timberline Dr Farmington, CT 06032 website: http://www.advocacyforpatients.org The mission of Advocacy for Patients is to protect and promote the rights of the chronically ill.
Co-Opportunity, Inc.      20-28 Sargeant Street Hartford, CT 06105 website: http://www.co-opportunity.org Co-opportunity creates neighborhood stability and economic prosperity by increasing the income, earnings and wealth of low- and moderate-income individuals and families.
Connecticut Association For Human Services, Inc.     (860)951-2212 110 Bartholomew Ave 4030 Hartford, CT 06106 website: http://www.cahs.org The Connecticut Association for Human Services is an independent statewide organization that works to reduce the impact of poverty and strengthen the capacity of families and communities through outreach, research, education and advocacy. A key strength of CAHS is our ability to work in coalition with others. We bring together diverse interests - concerned citizens, policy makers, human service providers, corporate leaders, labor leaders, academics, state and municipal organizations, and religious organizations - to help ensure that all state residents have the opportunity to lead healthy, productive lives.
Governor's Partnership To Protect Connecticut's Workforce, Inc.     (860)523-7683 30 Arbor St Hartford, CT 06106 website: http://www.preventionworksct.org Created in 1989, The Governorand#8217;s Prevention Partnership is a public-private initiative operating under the following mission: To lead a statewide prevention movement that promotes the health, safety and well-being of Connecticutand#8217;s current and future workforce. The Partnershipand#8217;s three over-arching goals are: (1) to reduce illicit drug use; (2) to reduce underage drinking; and (3) to build community capacity to reduce youth violence. All programs of The Governorand#8217;s Prevention Partnership are designed to impact six research-based factors that influence whether youth become involved in problem behaviors such as drug use or violence. These include: * parents who are actively involved in their childrenand#8217;s education and lives * a relationship with a caring adult (mentoring) * success at school * opportunities for leadership and service * safe and drug-free schools and communities * media messages that positively influence attitudes and behaviors.
Greater Hartford Arts Council, Inc.      45 Pratt St Hartford, CT 06123 website: http://www.LetsGoArts.org The Greater Hartford Arts Council enlivens the spirit and economy of Connecticut's Capital Region by planning, promoting and raising funds for cultural programs that are building one of our nation's most vibrant communities. By creating a total cultural and entertainment experience for all residents and visitors, we are making Greater Hartford one of the best places in America to live, work and play.
Remembering The Children In The Village     (334)337-4997 PO Box 340803 Hartford, CT 06134 website: http://www.rcvonline.org Our mission is simple: We strive to provide a higher quality of life for the Women, and more especially, the Children in Ghana's most poor situations. Through our GIVING, our TIME and most importantly our COMMITMENT we make positive changes in people's lives...one sock at a time!
Hole In The Wall Gang Fund, Inc.     (203)772-0522 555 Long Wharf Dr New Haven, CT 06511 website: http://www.holeinthewallgang.org Founded by Paul Newman, the Hole in the Wall Gang Camp is a residential summer camp and year-round center located in Ashford, Connecticut that provides a special haven for children with serious illnesses and conditions, including cancer, HIV/AIDS and blood disorders. Each summer, more than 1,000 seriously ill children enjoy a unique camping experience that promotes joy, builds courage and instills hope at no charge to campers or their families. Through the rest of the year, we host special weekend programs for campers, their families and caregivers. Through our innovative Hospital Outreach Program, we bring the joy and spirit of Camp to seriously ill children at hospitals from New York to Boston. In all, we serve more than 15,000 children each year. All services are provided free of charge. We rely on the generosity of individuals, corporations, foundations and organizations for support each year.
Kevins Community Center     (203)426-0496 4 Fairfield Circle S Newtown, CT 06470 website: http://kevinscommunitycenter.org KCC is 501 (c)(3) nonprofit free medical clinic that provides free primary care services, along with free prescriptions medications, laboratory and radiology services to uninsured and low-income residents of Newtown, CT. It was founded in 2002 shortly after the tragic death of Kevin Taweh, who's father is the founder and executive medical director of KCC.
Unite For Sight, Inc.      31 Brookwood Dr Newtown, CT 06470 website: http://www.uniteforsight.org
New Horizons, Inc.      37 Bliss Rd Unionville, CT 06085 New Horizons is an organization of mentally alert, adults with severe physical disabilities and their able-bodied supporters. Our mission is to provide our constituents the environment and tools necessary to promote growth and self-determination. New Horizons Village offers an opportunity for barrier free, accessible, independent living.
American School For The Deaf     (860)570-2355 139 N Main St West Hartford, CT 06107 website: http://www.asd-1817.org Founded in 1817, the American School for the Deaf is the country's oldest and Connecticut's only educational organization exclusively devoted to serving the deaf community. A private, non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization, ASD provides comprehensive educational services for deaf and deaf with special needs infants, children, youth, adults and their families. The school is located on a 54-acre, 14-building campus in West Hartford, Connecticut. The mission of the American School for the Deaf is to provide a comprehensive program for the development of the intellect and the enhancement of the quality of life for the deaf and hard of hearing community by serving as a multi-purpose institution furnishing educational and vocational programs for deaf children, youth, adults and their families.
Community Accounting Aid And Services, Inc.     (860)570-9113 1800 Asylum Ave 4th Fl West Hartford, CT 06117 website: http://ctcaas.org Community Accounting Aid and Services, was founded in 1974by the Connecticut Society of Certified Public Accountants for the purpose of providing free accounting and financial counseling to economically disadvantaged individuals, small businesses and small not-for-profit organizations. CAAS has published a book Starting a Small Business in Connecticut which is an easy to read guide for stating a small business. CAAS provides adult education courses on starting a small business, and provided accounting and financial management training not-for-profit organization. CAAS volunteers provide one-on-one counseling and assistance with accounting and management system set up and operation. CAAS also provides free tax preparation assistance to to the income disadvantaged.