All Resources

Capital Workforce Partners

Regional Workforce Development Board for North Central Connecticut. Connects job seekers with training and career opportunities. Coordinates youth employment programs and employer partnerships.

Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.

Community Partners in Action - Reentry Welcome Center

Community Partners in Action (CPA)

Centralized hub for formerly incarcerated individuals returning to Hartford. Provides basic needs assistance, housing support, substance use and mental health treatment referrals, job readiness training, career development, and peer support groups. Has served over 4,000 individuals.

Mon-Fri 8:00am-4:00pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.

Community Renewal Team (CRT) - Multi-Service Agency

Community Renewal Team

Connecticut's largest community action agency providing comprehensive human services including housing, emergency shelters, food assistance, energy assistance, weatherization, childcare, youth employment, substance abuse prevention, and senior nutrition.

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm. Family Service Centers: Mon-Fri 8am-7pm, Sat 9am-12pm.

Before you go: Bring photo ID and any eviction, shelter, lease, or income paperwork you have.

CT State Community College - Workforce Development

CT State Community College

Short-term licensure and certificate training programs for individuals re-entering the workforce or acquiring new skills. Affordable tuition with financial aid available.

Mon-Fri, call for specific hours

Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.

Harc Disability Services

Harc

Hartford-area services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families, including employment, day supports, residential supports, family support, respite, and advocacy.

Mon-Fri business hours; call for program intake

Before you go: Bring diagnosis, school, DDS, Medicaid, or benefits paperwork if you have it.

Hartford American Job Center

Capital Workforce Partners / CT Department of Labor

Free career services including job search assistance, resume writing, interview preparation, skills training, and employer connections. Part of the statewide American Job Center network.

Also at Hartford Public Library (500 Main St): Tue & Thu 10am-3pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.

Hartford Communities That Care - Violence Intervention

Hartford Communities That Care (HCTC)

Community-based violence prevention since 1998. Operates Connecticut's first Hospital-Linked Violence Intervention Program (HVIP) with 24/7 crisis response for crime victims. Programs include mental health support, workforce readiness, youth leadership academy, and family wellness.

24/7 crisis response; office hours Mon-Fri

Before you go: If this is urgent or you may hurt yourself or someone else, call 988 or 911.

Hartford Job Corps Center

U.S. Department of Labor

Free career training and education for low-income youth ages 16-24. Provides hands-on training in fields including Clinical Medical Assistant and Insurance/Financial Services, plus housing and meals.

Residential program

Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.

KNOX - Community Gardens & Urban Farming

KNOX Inc.

Hartford's premier urban greening organization managing 21 community gardens across 10 low-income neighborhoods, providing 250+ families access to green space and fresh food. Also offers urban farming training program, youth environmental education, and green job skills for young adults.

Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:00pm (office); gardens have seasonal hours

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Our Piece of the Pie (OPP) - Youth Employment & Education

Our Piece of the Pie, Inc.

Empowers youth ages 14-24 in Greater Hartford to succeed in education, employment, and life. Each youth is paired with a Youth Development Specialist to create an individualized success plan. Services include academic support, job readiness, internships, job placement, and post-secondary preparation.

Contact for program hours

Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.

Urban League of Greater Hartford

Promotes racial equity through programs in adult education, youth development, workforce development and training, economic empowerment, and health and wellness. Serves over 3,000 individuals and families annually since 1964.

Mon-Fri business hours

Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.

YWCA Hartford Region - Programs & Services

YWCA Hartford Region

Multi-service nonprofit providing early childhood education (Early Learning Centers), financial literacy programs, VITA free tax preparation, career training for youth, and advocacy. Hosts annual Denise L. Nappier Money Conference for working families.

Early Learning Centers: Mon-Fri 7:00am-5:30pm; office hours vary

Before you go: Bring the child's birth date, parent or guardian ID, income information, and any Care 4 Kids paperwork.