Organization Type: Non-Profit

FAMILY CENTERS – HOUSING RESOURCE PROGRAM

FAMILY CENTERS’ Housing Resource Program locates and places clients living with long-term mental illness in safe, stable and affordable housing in lower Fairfield County.  Program staff provides an array of supportive services necessary to maintain community living and prevent psychiatric hospitalizations. In addition to providing housing, the program also assists clients gain community and government entitlements, […]

Written by on July 19, 2017

FAMILY CENTERS – THE DEN FOR GRIEVING KIDS

Begun in 1993 as a Junior League project. The Den became a FAMILY CENTERS Program in 1996.  A bereavement resource center for children, teens, and their families, communities, and professionals.  The Den consults local businesses, schools, civic groups, and religious organizations on bereavement and trauma response issues.

Written by on July 19, 2017

FAMILY CENTERS – CENTER FOR HOPE – DARIEN

Nonprofit organization founded in 1982. The center is a resource for bereavement and critical illness support. They provide comprehensive services for adults and children living with an illness, grieving a loss or coping with a life-altering circumstance, mental health support and counseling. All counseling, support and education services are facilitated by especially trained professionals in an […]

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LITERACY VOLUNTEERS AT FAMILY CENTERS

Literacy Volunteers at Family Centers is a community-based program that utilizes the services of trained volunteers to provide free, high quality education to American and foreign born adults, young adults and families for the purpose of enabling them to acquire the skills necessary to achieve personal and occupational goals. Literacy Volunteers believes that access to […]

Written by on July 19, 2017

CAMP & PROGRAM GUIDE FOR CHILDREN IN GREENWICH

The CAMP & PROGRAM GUIDE   The booklet  is available at various locations around town; LOCAL LIBRARIES, TOWN HALL, SCHOOLS, BOYS & GIRLS CLUB, YMCA,YWCA and more. Started in 1986 as a two page document, this comprehensive camp and program guide is our most popular publication.  An electronic version of the booklet is available year-round on our website.

Written by on July 13, 2017

COMMUNITY ANSWERS – PRESCHOOL & CHILDCARE

A free publication titled PRESCHOOL & CHILDCARE.  Preschools, Childcare Facilities and Enrichment Opportunities. It is available for pick up at our Community Answers’ office and libraries throughout town. This brochure is also available under Publications on the Home page of our website.

Written by on July 13, 2017

GREENWICH UNITED WAY

Founded in 1933 as the Community Chest and Council, this nonprofit organization identifies and responds to the health and human service needs of the community.  They raise funds and provide financial support to critical programs offered by non-profit agencies.  Greenwich United Way helps children and youth, strengthens families and the community at large, assists persons […]

Written by on July 13, 2017

COMMUNITY ANSWERS – ORGANIZATIONS DATABASE

This database is an exhaustive collection of local nonprofit, government organizations and agencies.  There are over 400 entries which are updated annually by staff. Organization updates may be submitted via our website submit option, called in (203-869-2211) or e-mailed to us at info@greenwichunitedway.org

Written by on July 13, 2017

YWCA OF GREENWICH

Nonprofit organization with locations in Greenwich and Stamford.  Their mission is to enhance the lives of women, men, and children with  a variety of programs and activities.   Founded in 1919, the YWCA addresses family, social needs, racism and diversity in our community.  It is a United Way agency.

Written by on April 19, 2017

CANCERCARE

National organization providing free, professional support services and information to help people manage the emotional, practical and financial challenges of cancer.

Written by on February 21, 2017

LIONS CLUB OF GREENWICH INC.

Founded in 1923, this is a local branch of an international service organization dedicated to helping the blind and visually impaired. The Greenwich Lions Club collects used eyeglasses for donation to the needy. Membership is open to all.

Written by on February 21, 2017