
OUR MISSION
Operation Hope provides individuals and families the opportunity to experience transformative change.Â
Our programs and services focus on eliminating hunger and homelessness, and are designed to help people solve their crises and build stability in an environment where compassion inspires dignity and hope.
OUR VISION
We envision a time when every person in our community has supportive relationships, hope for the future, and a place to call home.

OUR HISTORY
Operation Hope was formed in 1985 when local residents became aware of individuals in the community unable to meet their own basic needs of food and shelter. Clergy and lay leaders worked together to provide food and emergency shelter.
AT A GLANCE
Operation Hope aims to end hunger and homelessness for our neighbors in need. We believe that everyone deserves supportive relationships, hope for the future and a place to call home.
FERNANDO MUÑIZ
Operation Hope of Fairfield is thrilled to share that following a comprehensive search by The Strategy Group, LLC, its Board of Directors announces the appointment of Fernando Muñiz as the next Executive Director, effective June 1, 2026. Muñiz succeeds Carla Miklos, who retired after 19 years of extraordinary leadership at the end of March 2026.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The Board of Directors of Operation Hope of Fairfield plays an important role in ensuring the organization is fiscally sound, well managed and provides quality services.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Thank you for your interest in Operation Hope of Fairfield! Our job opportunities will be posted on indeed.com when they are available.
PARTNERS
Our relationships with other community agencies and advocacy groups are an important part of serving the short and long-term needs of our clients.
OFFICE & FOOD PANTRY
636 Old Post Road
Fairfield, CT 06824
203-292-5588
[email protected]
OFFICE & DONATION HOURS
Monday-Thursday, 9:00am - 5:00pm (donations accepted until 4:30pm)
Friday, 9:00am - 1:00pm (summer hours through September 5; donations accepted until 1:00pm)
Please do not leave donations unattended at the door or when the office is closed.
PANTRY HOURS
- Monday, Wednesday & Friday:
10:00am - 12:00pm - Thursday: 4:00pm - 6:00pm
OUTREACH & COMMUNITY KITCHEN
50 Nichols Street
Fairfield, CTÂ 06824
203-254-2935
COMMUNITY KITCHEN HOURS
Meals served Monday - Friday:
- Lunch: 11:30am - 1:00pm
- Dinner: 5:00pm - 6:30pm

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