Community Closet donations Drop-off time: Last Tuesday of each month – 1pm to 3pm ONLY (Interested in holding a donation drive? Contact us for a list of most-needed items) Open Doors’ Smilow Life Center Street address is 55 Chestnut Street, Norwalk, CT 06854 but please use the building’s side entrance on Merritt Place. Thank you …
Last Tuesday of each month: Clothing donations accepted! Read More »
This year’s annual Open Doors Gala and Auction will take place ONLINE with a virtual event on Thursday, September 17, from 7:00pm to 8:00pm. The signature event helps Open Doors provide shelter, support, and a plan for success to people who are dealing with poverty and homelessness. Join us for this year’s Gala or learn …
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The team at Open Doors is pleased to announce the appointment of New Canaan resident Alex Tuff and Norwalk resident Jody Proct to its Board of Directors. Alex Tuff is a New Canaan resident who currently oversees operations and business strategy as a Principal of Winged Keel Group, headquartered in New York City. An expert …
Open Doors Welcomes New Board Members Alex Tuff and Jody Proct Read More »
Open Doors is hiring! Support specialists provide important operational support and help guests reach their goals of moving from shelter to homes of their own. Please apply or share the link below! https://www.indeedjobs.com/the-open-door-shelter-inc
As Norwalk and surrounding neighborhoods takes precautions around the Coronavirus/COVID-19, everyone at Open Doors continues to be committed to the health and safety of our guests, volunteers, staff, and larger community. Team members at Open Doors are following public health recommendations and have firm procedures in place for cleaning and disinfecting spaces, washing hands and …
Your donation for Fairfield County’s Giving Day is making a difference for families in need! https://www.fcgives.org/organizations/open-doors Do you want to help children overcome the challenges of homelessness? Families come to Open Doors for shelter and the support they need to transition into their own homes. While parents work with our case management team on an …
February 27 – Make a difference for families in need! Read More »
This year’s annual Open Doors Gala and Auction will take place on Thursday, April 30, 2020 at Woodway Country Club. The signature event helps Open Doors provide shelter, support, and a plan for success to people who are dealing with poverty and homelessness. Join us for this year’s Gala or learn more at http://opendoorsct.givesmart.com/, and …
December 20 – Homeless Persons’ Memorial Service Open Doors will hold a short service at 7:00pm on Friday, December 20 outside Open Doors’ Smilow Life Center to read the names of the clients and former clients who have passed away this year. Please join us in remembrance. At these events, we remember those who have …
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Ezra Lovecroft’s Friendsgiving open mic night is a great way to give back and to hear some incredible artists! Tuesday, November 12, 6-10pm Millstone Farm 180 Millstone Road, Wilton, CT 06897 $10 per person to benefit Open Doors BYO beverages and snacks
Get ready for Thanksgiving with a short run around New Canaan two Sundays before the holiday! This is the 16th annual 5K organized by local students and their families to help support the mission of Open Doors. The event is family-friendly, (leashed) dog-friendly, and a great way to come together and run for a reason! …
November 17 – Be part of the New Canaan Turkey Trot! Read More »
