OUR MISSION
Operation Hope provides individuals and families the opportunity to experience transformative change.
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 COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY and INCLUSION
We recognize that everyone is unique, respecting our individual differences.
We promote fairness and justice in the way people are treated – free from bias, favoritism or judgement.
We embrace everyone, removing barriers, discrimination and intolerance. Everyone is valued, accepted and encouraged to participate; all are welcome.
OUR NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY
Operation Hope of Fairfield hires and promotes employees regardless of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin or ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition or physical handicap or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Operation Hope is an equal opportunity employer. Operation Hope strives to be culturally competent, responding respectfully and effectively to people of all cultures, classes, races, ethnic backgrounds and religions in a manner that recognizes, affirms and values the cultural differences and similarities and the worth of individuals, families, and communities and protects and preserves the dignity of each person.
OUR HISTORY
Operation Hope was formed in 1986 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.
MEET CARLA MIKLOS, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Operation Hope’s Executive Director, Carla Miklos, has been a community advocate for over two decades, re-focusing her skills as a former leader in banking and corporate real estate to championing local homeless prevention and economic opportunity. Through her dedication and unwavering drive, Carla, along with her invaluable team and volunteers, has navigated Operation Hope’s critical and significant impact on our community.
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 shared from 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 - Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm
(donations accepted until 4:30pm)
Please do not leave donations at the door 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, CT 06824
203-254-2935
COMMUNITY KITCHEN HOURS
Meals served Monday - Friday:
- Lunch: 11:30am - 1:00pm
- Dinner: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
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