Meeting Basic Needs of Families During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The Fairfield COVID-19 Relief Fund was established to provide limited, one-time assistance to Fairfield residents who have been adversely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Intended use of the funds must be directly related to the effects of the virus. For more information, click here. Here is a direct link to the application.
4/30/2020 - Update from CT Department of Labor re: applying for Federal Unemployment Benefits for those who are self-employed
CT Legal Services - Resources and guidance for housing, domestic, employment and/or educational issues
Operation Hope’s food pantry provides not only food, but also other necessities that may not be covered otherwise (e.g., toilet paper, diapers, etc.). They are also accepting donations. Please click here.
Connecticut Food Bank Mobile Pantry Schedule
United Way of Coastal Fairfield County - Link to access medical insurance, core needs (e.g., food, shelter, clothing) and unemployment resources.
Salvation Army Food Pantry (Bridgeport Corp - 30 Elm Street Bridgeport, CT 06604 (203) 334-0995). – Available by appointment on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, from 10:00AM to 1:00PM. Bring a picture ID.
The ABCD Energy Program provides help to eligible households who reside in Bridgeport, Easton, Fairfield, Monroe, Stratford, Trumbull, Westport, and Norwalk with assistance in paying their winter heating bills. One application covers all programs.
If you require help paying rent, utility bills, getting food and/or accessing free foreclosure and mortgage assistance, click here.
Information/Assistance from a variety of Internet providers is here.
