New Britain
Connecticut Legal Services
Connecticut Legal Services is a private, non-profit, civil law firm dedicated to helping low-income families and individuals obtain justice. The bulk of our work consists of providing civil law representation and counseling to thousands of low-income families and individuals each year. We help our clients use the law to meet basic life needs.
http://www.connlegalservices.org/index.html
Steven Eppler-Epstein
Seppler-epstein@connlegalservices.org
Community Foundation of Greater New Britain
Established in 1941, the Community Foundation of Greater New Britain connects donors who care with causes that matter in Berlin, New Britain, Plainville and Southington. It does this by raising resources and developing partnerships that make a measurable improvement in the quality of life in each of these communities.
Jim Williamson, President
Ann Bova, Director of Development
Joeline Wruck, Director of Program
Community Mental Health Affiliates
CMHA is a leading provider of an integrated health and behavioral health care system for children, families and adults. By fostering improvement in the quality of life for their clients, CMHA contributes to the well-being of the communities it serves.
Raymond Gorman
C. W. Resources
CW Resources is dedicated to serving the needs of persons with disabilities through the creation of integrated vocational training and employment opportunities for those individuals who are physically, developmentally, emotionally and/or socio-economically challenged. Empowerment through Employment.
http://www.cwresources.org/about-cw-resources.php
Sandra Lavoy
Human Resource Agency of New Britain
The Human Resources Agency of New Britain, Inc. is a multi-service non-profit organization dedicated to increasing economic self-sufficiency among individuals and families residing in greater New Britain. HRA's mission is to improve the quality of life by helping people achieve economic and social potential; responding to the causes and conditions of poverty; and building stronger individuals, families and communities in the greater New Britain area. HRA provides early childhood services, emergency assistance (includes Food and Resource Center, eviction mediation and homeless prevention, and Polish victim advocacy and outreach), employment and training, energy and housing services, financial services, and health & wellness services (includes Wellness Resource Center which provides HIV/AID prevention and care programs, and Las Perlas Hispanas Center which provides health and social support for low-income, Spanish-speaking elders).
Leticia Mangual
Marlo Greponne
Jobs Funnel Capital Workforce Partners
The Jobs Funnel is a pre-employment preparation and job training service for Hartford and area residents seeking employment in the construction fields, and serves as the model “Funnel” establishment for the state.The name "Jobs Funnel," is taken from a process individuals go through – funneling into the system to gain specific work competencies and trade-related certifications. They then funnel out to embark on a self-sustaining and rewarding career journey.
http://www.capitalworkforce.org/jobsfunnel/index.shtml
Julie Su Jack
Elvis Diaz
Chez Chamberlin
OIC (Opportunities Industrialization Center) New Britain
Opportunities Industrialization Center of New Britain, Inc. (OIC NB) has been operating employment and training programs in the New Britain, Connecticut area for the past 40 years as an affiliate of Opportunities Industrialization Centers of America, Inc. The organization’s focus has always been in the area of human services, job training and job placement. The organization provides education, training and employment services to the economically disadvantaged and unemployed people of all races and backgrounds so they may become more productive members of society. We encourage people to help themselves by taking advantage of the Youth and Adult opportunities/programs offered at OIC. OIC is considered the premier Youth Program in New Britain.
Paulette Fox, Executive Director
Elvis Diaz
Chez Chamberlin
Polish American Foundation of CT, Inc
The Polish American Foundation of CT, Inc serves the community by 1) improving access to social services and to educational, training and career opportunities, 2) preserving and promoting the cultural and immigrant heritage of our state, and 3) fostering inter-ethnic understanding and international exchange. While our special focus is on Polish cultural heritage and the Polish American community, we promote the cultural and immigrant heritage of all ethnic groups and we serve and encourage participation in our programs by all members of the community. The organization offers community advocacy and service programs, heritage programs designed to help the children and grandchildren of Polish Immigrants reconnect with the traditions and heritage of the ancestral homeland, as well as cultural and educational programs. The PAF is also a founding member of the CT Immigrant and Refugee Coalition (CIRC). Past programs include Connecticut Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra, Open Doors employment and employability services in collaboration with the Dept. of Labor's One-Stop Center as well as OIC and the Spanish Speaking Center, and flood relief for Poland.
Website: http://www.paf-ct.org//
27 Grove Hill, New Britain, CT 06052
Contact: Andre Blaszczynski, President
Telephone: (860) 893-0074; Cell: 860-798-8619
Email: info.paf.ct@gmail.com or AndreBB@comcast.net
Sexual Assault Crisis Services, YWCA of New Britain
YWCA New Britain's Sexual Assault Crisis Service (SACS) covers a 46-town region - all of Hartford County, part of Tolland County and the town of Plymouth. We offer assistance to sexual assault survivors and their loved ones. These services are critical after such trauma, helping victims and their families regain feelings of independence, optimism and hope. The advocates on staff are trained to work with hospital staff, the court system, public safety officers and other counselors assisting their clients. SACS offers free, confidential service for victims of sexual assault.
http://ywcanewbritain.org/sacs/
Mary DeLucia, Campus Advocate
Spanish Speaking Center
Small faith-based community organization serving low and moderate income families in the New Britain area. Social Services, Adult Education and Career Development, High School Youth programming, Community Food Pantry. Voter Registration and Civic Engagement, Community & Legislative Advocacy for economic and social justice.
Mary L. Sanders, Executive Director
29 Cedar Street
New Britain, CT 06052
Tel: 224-2651
Email: MaryMarySSC@Yahoo.com
Urban Oaks Organic Farm
Urban Oaks Organic Farm is non-profit farm dedicated to improve the North Oak Neighborhood in New Britain by promoting urban agriculture that is ecologically sound, community oriented, and economically viable.
http://www.blog.urbanoaks.org/
Mariana Evica, business manager
(860) 223-6200
urbanoaksorganicfarm@gmail.com
YWCA New Britain
For over 100 years, YWCA New Britain has been dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. The YWCA is where women turn to join a dynamic community united by a passion for positive social change, racial justice, and economic empowerment. We work to speak out on behalf of women and girls and the issues they face today– racial, ethnic, and gender disparities; domestic violence and sexual assault; lack of after-school programs; and the urgency for job training in a struggling economy– to name a few. In carrying out the mission of the YWCA, programs are designed to address the root causes of poverty in the communities we serve, namely: financial illiteracy, births to teen moms, violence against women, and lack of access to affordable childcare. The YWCA contributes time, talent, tenacity, and financial support for the betterment of women.
Sarah Bernier
Robin Sharp