Announcing Interim Executive Director of Operation Hope of Fairfield
Operation Hope of Fairfield has announced the appointment of an interim Executive Director as long-time leader Carla Miklos prepares to retire. Miklos is departing after 19 years of service, having significantly expanded the organization into a cornerstone of support for individuals and families experiencing homelessness, hunger and housing insecurity in Fairfield County. Effective immediately, the Board of Directors has appointed Erika Eng to fill the gap until a new Executive Director is secured.
A seasoned senior executive with 10 years of working with non profits, Eng has experience overseeing operations, strategic planning, educational programming, staff leadership, budgets, grants and developing municipal and community partnerships, most recently as Executive Director of SHU Discovery Science Center & Planetarium. Eng will work closely with Miklos during this transition to execute current long-term planning of a capital campaign to secure a new home for the organization, while advancing the mission to end hunger and homelessness, one person at a time.
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Severe Cold Weather Protocol Activated through March 6, 12pm
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is activating Connecticut’s Severe Cold Weather Protocol beginning at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 5, 2026, and remaining in effect until noon on Friday, March 6, 2026, due to a mixture of precipitation during this period that is expected to include sleet and freezing rain, particularly in the state’s four northern counties. A winter weather advisory has been issued in those areas.
Anyone in need of shelter or a warming center is urged to visit 2-1-1 at https://uwc.211ct.org/get-help/warmingcenters/ or call 2-1-1 to find your nearest warming center. Transportation can be provided if necessary. Please stay warm and safe!
Thanks to these Friends for Hosting Souper Bowl & 100th Day Food Drives in February
While this February brought some bitter cold and lots of snow, it also brought some very generous donations from our friends who hosted “Souper Bowl of Caring” and 100th Day of School food drives to help feed and care for our neighbors in need. Thanks to all of the organizers, donors and volunteers for making these drives a huge success. Our most heartfelt thanks to these friends!
- Our Lady of the Assumption Church, Fairfield
- Fairfield Farmers Winter Market, Fairfield
- K’Tanim Preschool, Fairfield
- Dwight School, Fairfield
- Jennings School, Fairfield
- Riverfield School, Fairfield
- Sherman School, Fairfield
- Stratfield School, Fairfield
- Southport School, Southport
- Fairfield Woods Middle School, Fairfield
- Long Lots School, Westport
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Please share with your network! The Strategy Group, LLC seeks a bold, visionary Executive Director who is ready to lead Operation Hope of Fairfield’s next chapter of impact and growth.Severe Cold Weather Protocol Extended through February 26, 12pm
Governor Ned Lamont announced today that he is extending the duration of Connecticut’s currently activated Severe Cold Weather Protocol to remain in effect until at least noon Thursday, February 26, 2026, as frigid temperatures are expected to remain in the state over the next couple of nights.Support “Cycle to End Hunger & Homelessness” Bike Ride from New Haven to Boston
Our friend Matt Rommens is doing a “Cycle to End Hunger & Homelessness” for Operation Hope next weekend! As a Fairfield resident, Matt is aware of Operation Hope’s longtime work to end hunger and homelessness. Matt wanted to channel his cycling passion into something greater, something for the community, and despite the mountains of snow that are sure to line his path, he is riding his bike the 150 miles from New Haven to Boston to raise money to support our work 
Follow along on his adventure and support his efforts here. Thank you, Matt, and be safe!
Update: Tuesday, February 24 – Delayed Opening @ 11am
❄ UPDATE TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24 – DELAYED OPENING @ 11am ❄ Due to the inclement weather, both of our locations – 636 Old Post Road (Business Office) and 50 Nichols Street (Community Kitchen) – will OPEN at 11am on Tuesday, February 24. The Pantry reopens Wednesday, February 25. Please do not leave donations unattended. Thank you. Stay safe and warm!
Operation Hope of Fairfield Closed Monday, February 23
Ramadan Mubarak
The holy month of Ramadan begins today, February 17, at sundown. We wish our Muslim friends and neighbors peace, reflection and togetherness during this holy month. May the light of this month shine into your life. Ramadan Mubarak to you and yours 
Operation Hope Closed Today for President’s Day, February 16
Operation Hope’s Offices and Community Kitchen will be closed today in observance of the President’s Day holiday. The Community Kitchen will reopen on Tuesday, February 17 and the Food Pantry will reopen on Wednesday, February 18. Please do not leave donations unattended when Operation Hope is closed. Thank you.
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 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, CT 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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