Overview

New Opportunities is a nonprofit community action agency supporting people with low incomes in Waterbury, Meriden, Torrington and surrounding Connecticut towns. Its programs address immediate needs through heating assistance, meals for older adults, emergency shelter and support for families finding stable housing. The agency also runs early childhood education centers that combine school readiness with health, nutrition and family support, while case managers assess needs and connect residents with public benefits and local resources. Federal and state funding, municipal support and private donations sustain its services. Founded in 1964, New Opportunities is headquartered in Waterbury, Connecticut.