4 Resources
Apply for SNAP food stamps through the Connecticut Department of Social Services for qualifying low-income Connecticut fathers and families. Apply online through ConneCT, by phone, or at a local DSS office. Bring photo ID, Social Security cards, pay stubs, rent or mortgage info, and utility bills to appointments. Income and asset limits apply; benefits are loaded onto an EBT card monthly and usable at participating grocery stores.
855-626-6632 · 55 Farmington Ave, Hartford, CT 06105
Free nutrition assistance, breastfeeding support, and health referrals for pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and children under age 5 in qualifying Connecticut households. Benefits come on an eWIC card for approved foods. Apply at a local WIC clinic or by phone. Bring photo ID, proof of address, income verification, and children's medical records. Statewide clinics available with appointments during business hours.
800-741-2142 · 410 Capitol Ave, Hartford, CT 06134
Free food distribution in Hartford serving fathers and families in need regardless of faith. Weekly food pantry provides groceries and basics. Walk-in during posted distribution hours; call ahead to confirm schedule. Bring photo ID and proof of Hartford-area address when requested. No registration fees or income documentation required at distribution. Connected to broader Archdiocese of Hartford social services and referral networks.
860-249-8431 · 140 Farmington Ave, Hartford, CT 06105
Statewide anti-hunger organization connecting Connecticut fathers and families to food pantries, SNAP enrollment, school meal programs, and summer meals. Services include SNAP outreach and direct application assistance. Call during business hours to request SNAP help or referrals. Bring photo ID, Social Security cards, pay stubs, and rent/utility info to SNAP application sessions. Statewide reach with focus on low-income communities.
860-560-2100 · 77 Buckingham St, Hartford, CT 06106