Columbus House, Inc
Non-profit OrganizationsConnecticut, United States51-200 Employees
Columbus House, Inc. is a New Haven–based nonprofit organization that addresses homelessness by offering life-saving outreach, shelter, and housing services, alongside comprehensive case management. The organization works to identify and tackle the underlying causes of homelessness—such as job loss, inadequate affordable housing, substance use, mental health concerns, and gaps in education and job skills—while guiding clients toward personal growth and independence. With programs operating in New Haven, Waterbury, and Middletown, Columbus House relies on government grants and support from private sector partners, as well as extensive volunteer involvement, to provide a continuum of care for individuals experiencing or at imminent risk of homelessness. Founded in 1982, the nonprofit emphasizes collaboration with community service agencies to expand access to housing and related services. A recent development noted is the organization’s continued property investments to support its shelter and housing initiatives in the region.