Programs
Housing +
Here’s How It Works:
- We educate ourselves about the wealth of resources available in our community.
- We share this knowledge with homeowners in need.
- We facilitate referrals to other nonprofits, supporting homeowners not only with housing but also promoting mental and physical health equity!
Additionally, Housatonic Habitat offers a free home assessment to our community partners as part of our aging in place program, which extends to offering free home repairs to low-income seniors and veterans. This initiative enables them to age safely in the comfort of their own homes.
This program unites local nonprofits to strengthen our community outreach as a whole.
Housing Plus Partners
Hillside Food Outreach
City of Danbury Department of Health and Human Services
Nuvance Community Health
RVNAHealth
Connecticut Veterans Legal Center
Connecticut Veterans Legal Center is a non-profit that provides free legal aid to low-income Veterans across the state of Connecticut. Our practice areas include: landlord-tenant issues and eviction defense, debt relief, and other civil legal issues. Our attorneys also represent clients in VA benefit appeals and discharge upgrades. Learn more: ctveteranslegal.org.
The Salvation Army
Since 1885, The Salvation Army has been a vital resource for the Danbury Community, offering a range of services to support those in need. Key programs include a food pantry that ensures access to nutritious meals, The Right Place School Readiness Center for early childhood education, and Emergency Disaster Services for crisis relief. The organization also provides an overnight camp for children and various teen groups focused on mentorship and leadership development. Additionally, during the holiday season, The Salvation Army assists families to foster joy and warmth, and it serves as a welcoming place of worship every Sunday, promoting spiritual growth and community support. Learn more: https://easternusa.salvationarmy.org/southern-new-england/danbury/
Danbury Student and Business Connection (DSABC)
Danbury Student and Business Connection (DSABC) fosters collaboration among Danbury Public Schools, local businesses, and the community to promote lifelong learning and the successful transition of youth into society and the workforce. For 35 years, DSABC has been serving Danbury schools through a 1-on-1 school based mentoring program that has expanded its efforts to help students in their postsecondary education by providing career mentorship, workshops, and field trips.
Serving all public schools in Danbury, DSABC matches a student with a supportive and caring adult mentor who develop a strong, positive bond through weekly mentoring sessions. Mentors serve as a positive adult role model providing moral support and encouragement, helping the students build confidence and character. Learn more here: dsabcmentors.org
Ms President US
Ms President US is a unique, community-based leadership program designed to empower and inspire elementary and middle school girls by teaching them public speaking, diplomacy, active listening, and the workings of local, state, and federal government—all through the lens of women’s history and leadership. Girls engage with accomplished female leaders and conclude the program by running their own campaign for the title of Ms President US. The elected winner gets the rare opportunity to join their town’s First Selectperson at public events throughout the year. Launched in Ridgefield, Connecticut in 2017-2018, the program is expanding to other towns and states with the help of dedicated partners. Recognizing the critical developmental window before middle school, Ms President US fills a gap by focusing on younger girls—before self esteem typically declines. Now in its second year, the Danbury chapter continues to grow and thrive. Participants Aiza Lateef, Inaya Lateef, and Brooke Breece exemplified the program’s mission by creating a Safe Play Park in Danbury, demonstrating how Ms President US fosters real-world community impact. Support their efforts and help fund meaningful change by donating to their cause. Learn more here: https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MjMxNDQw