Emerge Connecticut

Children in Placement, Inc., based in New Haven, CT, has been a dedicated advocate for the rights and well-being of abused and neglected children in the state's child welfare system since 1979. The organization operates the Guardian ad Litem Program, which ensures that every child has a devoted volunteer advocate in court, and the Youth Sponsor Program, which provides mentorship for teens transitioning out of foster care. With a strong commitment to finding safe, permanent homes for vulnerable youth, Children in Placement actively recruits passionate volunteers to make a lasting difference in the lives of these children. Through various programs and community engagement initiatives, the agency aims to provide a robust safety net, ensuring that no child falls through the cracks of the welfare system. Generated from the website

The West Haven Community House is a private, nonprofit organization that exists to facilitate satisfying, healthy, productive, independent and meaningful lives for the people of West Haven, Conn. A cornerstone social service agency of West Haven, the Community House annually provides services to approximately 1,000 area residents, including adults with developmental disabilities, children and families. It programs and services include a comprehensive preschool for low-income children; school-age child care before and after school; after school enrichment programs; guidance and support program for pregnant and parenting teens; social activities for adults with developmental disabilities; and day activities and residential services for adults with mental retardation. West Haven Community House also provides job training and employment for adults with developmental disabilities. It is a member agency of the United Way of Greater New Haven and receives additional funding from a variety of public entities, corporations and foundations.