The Guide Dog Foundation empowers individuals who are blind, visually impaired, or have disabilities by providing free guide dogs since 1946. We welcome students from across the US and around the world, offering personalized instruction to accommodate diverse needs. Our operations rely solely on generous donations from individuals, corporations, and foundations—without government funding. As pioneers, we earned certification in 2009 from both the International Guide Dog Federation and Assistance Dogs International. This accreditation signifies our commitment to the highest standards of dog care, education for trainers, and a consumer-friendly application process with grievance protocols.

Options for Community Living, Inc. is a community based not-for-profit organization established in 1982 to serve Long Islanders in need. Through housing programs and case management services, we prepare participants for the demands of community life; promote housing permanency; and foster individual health, safety, and welfare. Our programs are specialized to serve individuals with psychiatric disabilities and other serious chronic illnesses including HIV/AIDS. Options served more than 2,000 adults and children on Long Island last year.

Community Solutions helps communities adopt the best problem solving tools from multiple sectors to end homelessness and the conditions that create it. Our cornerstone initiatives include Built for Zero, the Brownsville Partnership and the North Hartford Partnership. We also help communities with innovative real estate projects and strategies that increase access to housing and economic opportunity for our most vulnerable neighbors. Lastly, we maintain an iterative, action-based consulting practice with clients throughout the U.S. and in multiple countries worldwide.

High Watch was established in 1939 in Kent, Connecticut, as the world’s first 12-Step treatment center. Since then, we've led thousands of adolescents, adults and families from the grip of alcohol and drug addiction to the freedom of recovery. High Watch is a non-profit dedicated to healing those suffering from the chronic illness of drug and alcohol addiction. Each resident receives state-of-the-art, customized medical care while learning the lessons on how to stay sober through the spiritual teachings and practice of the 12 Step principles of Alcoholics Anonymous. High Watch has achieved the Gold Seal of Approval, which means we provide patient safety and emphasis on quality of care. #Wellness #AddictionRecovery #Addiction SETTING • A campus of more than 300 acres, set in the Connecticut's Litchfield Hills, two hours north of New York City. • Simple, cultivated grounds surrounded by rolling hills, flowers and natural beauty. • Meals are served in the large dining room. B&B style breakfast is made to order. Proper nutrition is an important part of High Watch’s program of healthy living. There’s a full salad bar and vegetarian and gluten-free diets are accommodated. FACILITIES • 24-Hour Helpline • Weekly House Meetings • Home-cooked Meals • Hands on Day / Night Staff • Laundry Facilities • Peaceful, Tranquil Environment • Admission Pick-Up Service ADMISSIONS • We accept residents daily from 8am - 5pm, provided they meet our admission requirements: (860) 927-3772.

Family and Children’s Agency (FCA) is a leading, nonprofit human service organization committed to building better lives by increasing the social and emotional wellbeing of our clients. We provide strength based solution focused services that meet the needs of our clients throughout the life cycle including children, families, youth, adults and seniors. Our acquired knowledge and skill has also enabled us to be responsive to the changing needs in the communities we serve. We are proud to be named as a top medium sized workplace by Hearst Media for 5 years in a row. For more information our career opportunities, please visit the employment section of our website.

CLC enriches the community as the leader in early childhood development by providing comprehensive, high-quality early childhood education and care programs for all families. Our vision is to ensure to every child in the greater Stamford area access to a quality, early childhood education and a “head start” in the pursuit of a shared American dream. We achieve this by cooperating, collaborating, and coordinating with our community social service agencies.

Family Services Inc. currently has an ID group home and Intensive In Home services.

Kids In Crisis'​ mission is to ensure the well-being of children through vital 24-hour services. Kids In Crisis is Connecticut’s only free, round-the-clock agency providing emergency shelter, crisis counseling and community educational programs for children of all ages and families dealing with a wide range of crises – domestic violence, mental health and family problems, substance abuse, economic difficulties and more. Since its founding in 1978, Kids in Crisis has helped more than 148,000 Connecticut children and families.

Alliance for Community Empowerment, Inc. (ACE) is a nonprofit corporation ACE's mission is to strengthen under-served communities by assisting the individual through education, vocational training, leadership development, and community engagement. Through knowledge and self-discovery the individual becomes empowered and a community becomes stronger. Our Goal: • To develop Resilient Leaders through Leadership Development Training, Counseling, and Mentoring. • To Unite individuals, community, and the world in positive change through Community Outreach, Advocacy, and Civic Engagement. • To help individuals transform their lives and their community through Education, Vocational Training, Housing Projects, and Career Counseling. • To instill Hope and belief in one’s capability to fulfill their own potential and contribute to the well-being of others.

We drive the development and delivery of next-generation therapies, leverage data to identify optimal and more personalized treatment approaches, and empower myeloma patients and the broader community with information and resources to extend their lives. Central to our mission is our commitment to advancing health equity so that all myeloma patients can benefit from the scientific and clinical advances we pursue. Since our inception, the MMRF has committed over $500 million for research, opened nearly 100 clinical trials, and helped bring 15+ FDA-approved therapies to market, which have tripled the life expectancy of myeloma patients.

We are the food bank serving the people of Connecticut and a member of the Feeding America national network. We collaborate with community food pantries, meal programs, shelters, volunteers, and supporters to deliver an informed and equitable response to hunger.

The Webster Apartments is a benevolent institution whose mission is to provide safe, affordable, temporary residences for working women of modest means. The Webster promotes a healthy and decent lifestyle, providing nutritious means, comfortable furnished rooms, a library, educational lectures, and good moral surroundings. We give our residents the valuable opportunity to build a network and experience life in New York City as they pursue their careers.