Local Snapshot
In Greater New Haven, one in eight residents report not having enough money to buy food as rates of inequality rise to historically high levels.
Dive Into The Issues
06.15.2017
A national movement that began in New Haven is working define diapers as a basic human need that should be subsidized for low-income families.
Hunger: A Continuing Problem ›
06.11.2017
There is an ongoing hunger crisis in the United States and the food security net is more needed than ever.
Collaborating to End Homelessness ›
04.29.2016
Prompted by a new federal law, homeless providers are now collaborating to streamline the application process and move people into housing as quickly as possible.
New Haven Homelessness Needs Assessment ›
03.10.2015
The 2015 City of New Haven report on homelessness surveys existing resources and recommends a framework for helping people not only find housing, but also education, employment, and health services so they remain housed.
Impact
The Community Foundation supports services that target immediate basic needs as well as efforts that seek long term solutions.
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