6 resources in Cash Assistance
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211 Connecticut
United Way of Connecticut
Statewide information and referral service connecting residents with social services including housing, food, healthcare, childcare, employment, and more. Available 24/7 by phone. Also coordinates the Coordinated Access Network (CAN) for homeless services.
24/7AcceptingVerified 5/8/2026 (via web check)24/7 by phone
Before you go: Bring photo ID and any eviction, shelter, lease, or income paperwork you have.
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Alliance for Community Empowerment - Emergency Assistance
Alliance for Community Empowerment
Community action agency providing emergency financial assistance for rent, utilities, and other basic needs. Serves over 35,000 individuals annually across the Greater Bridgeport area.
Closed nowAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm
Before you go: Bring ID, proof of income, benefit notices, and bills related to the help you need.
(203) 366-8241Learn more → - Housing Cash Assistance
Bridgeport Relocation & Housing Hardship Program
City of Bridgeport Health & Social Services
Emergency assistance for individuals who have received an eviction notice or are encountering hardship cases that may lead to eviction. Helps with relocation and housing stabilization.
Closed nowAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm
Before you go: Bring photo ID and any eviction, shelter, lease, or income paperwork you have.
(203) 576-7680Learn more → - Cash Assistance Food
CT Department of Social Services - Bridgeport Office
Connecticut Department of Social Services
State office administering SNAP (food stamps), Temporary Family Assistance (TFA/TANF), Medicaid/HUSKY Health, and other public benefits for low-income individuals and families.
Closed nowAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)Mon/Tue/Fri 8:30am-4:30pm; Wed/Thu 8:30am-12pm
Before you go: Bring ID, proof of income, benefit notices, and bills related to the help you need.
(855) 626-6632Learn more → - Food Cash Assistance
Salvation Army - Bridgeport Corps Food Pantry
Salvation Army
Food pantry and emergency food assistance. Also provides other social services including clothing and emergency financial assistance.
Closed nowAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)Pantry: Mon/Tue/Thu/Fri 10am-1pm; Office: Mon-Fri 9am-4pm
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
(203) 334-0995Learn more → - Cash Assistance
Temporary Family Assistance (TFA/TANF) - Bridgeport
Connecticut Department of Social Services
Cash assistance for families with dependent children under 18 to help pay for basic needs while in school, job training, or experiencing hardship. Includes emergency housing assistance for up to 60 days if housing is lost.
Closed nowAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)Mon/Tue/Fri 8:30am-4:30pm; Wed/Thu 8:30am-12pm
Before you go: Bring ID, proof of income, benefit notices, and bills related to the help you need.
(855) 626-6632Learn more →