Helping Our Neighbors Find The Way Home

Serving Since 1982


Columbus House serves people experiencing homelessness, or at imminent risk, by providing life-saving outreach, shelter and housing and by fostering their personal growth and independence. We advocate for and create affordable housing to end homelessness in our communities.

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Solving Homelessness


From shelter and housing to income and employment services, Columbus House addresses the complex factors that can lead to homelessness for individuals, families, and Veterans across New Haven, Middlesex, Hartford, and New London counties.

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Our Impact


For over 40 years, Columbus House has been dedicated to lifting our neighbors out of homelessness. Through a combination of community outreach and support programs, we have expanded our focus from merely providing food and shelter to offering a broad continuum of care to those experiencing homelessness.

In partnership with supporters like you, we’ve been able to achieve meaningful outcomes for our neighbors each year.

2,584

People Served in the Last Year

444

People Placed in Housing Annually

94%

Client Satisfaction

“I’m grateful that I’m here.”


Wallace found himself homeless and hospitalized. Today, with the help of Columbus House and its supporters, he lives in his own home.

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Ways to Give

Every day, people are forced into homelessness. Together, we can make a difference.

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Volunteer

From serving meals to painting and general office assistance, discover the ways you can help Columbus House in our fight to solve homelessness.

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Advocate

Your advocacy plays a vital role in ensuring everyone has a place to call home. Join us in making a difference!

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Serving the Community for Over 40 Years


Since its inception in 1982, Columbus House has helped tens of thousands of people overcome homelessness through a broad continuum of care and support.

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Old photograph of a group of people posing in front of the original Columbus House. The building says "Columbus House. 200 Columbus Ave."