Operation Hope of Fairfield

What Operation Hope of Fairfield does

Operation Hope of Fairfield Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1985 in Fairfield, Connecticut, with a mission to eliminate hunger and homelessness in the local community. It is governed by an independent board of directors, holds EIN 06-1193489, and operates with a staff of approximately 24 people across two physical locations: a headquarters and food pantry at 636 Old Post Road, and an outreach and community kitchen facility at 50 Nichols Street. The organization is funded through a diversified mix of individual donations, corporate and organizational grants, in-kind food contributions, fundraising events (Annual Golf Outing, Evening of Hope gala, comedy showcases, executive networking events), and Amazon wish-list donations; revenue figures are not publicly disclosed.

The organization's service portfolio integrates nine interconnected programs: a Food Pantry distributing non-perishable food, fresh produce, and grocery gift cards; a Community Kitchen serving lunch and dinner Monday through Friday; Homeless Outreach distributing snack bags and supplies on the street; Rapid Rehousing with financial assistance and case management; Permanent Supportive Housing for individuals with chronic disabilities; Homeless Prevention; an Affordable Housing Program; Clinical Services; and Senior Services. The stated goal is to make the experience of homelessness rare, brief, and one-time for neighbors in need.

Operation Hope of Fairfield relies on a dense partnership and volunteer ecosystem rather than proprietary technology for service delivery. Core partners include Neighbors Helping Neighbors (Fairfield & Southport), Refill the Pantry (a coalition of five local churches), the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce, Fairfield Emerging Leaders Organization (FELO), Fairfield University, and platinum-tier corporate sponsors including Global Infrastructure Partners, Jersey Mike's Fairfield, M&T Bank, Santa Energy, and the Feldmans. The organization celebrated its 40th anniversary in May 2025 and appointed Fernando J. Muñiz as its new Executive Director in June 2026, succeeding Carla Miklos.

Name

Operation Hope of Fairfield

Legal name

Operation Hope of Fairfield Inc.

Website

https://operationhopect.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1985

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Operation Hope of Fairfield is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1985 in Fairfield, CT that provides integrated hunger and homelessness services — including a food pantry, daily community kitchen, housing programs, and outreach — to food-insecure and homeless residents of Fairfield County.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Homelessness and Hunger Social Services

NAICS

Community Food and Housing, and Emergency and Other Relief Services (6242), Community Housing Services (62422), Community Food Services (62421), Other Individual and Family Services (624190)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Food Assistance & Nutrition Relief (Emergency Feeding) (BPAGAAAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Disaster Recovery & Emergency Housing Assistance Programs (FSALAKAK)

Keywords

• Food assistance services
• Homelessness prevention
• Community kitchen meals
• Rapid rehousing programs
• Social services nonprofit

Headquarters

HQ city

Fairfield

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: Financial contributions from individuals, including one-time and recurring donations via website, checks, and cash
2. Corporate & Organizational Donations: Sponsorships, grants, and donations from businesses, churches, schools, and community organizations
3. Food Donations: Non-perishable food items, personal care products, and other in-kind donations received from donors
4. Event Fundraising: Revenue from fundraising events including Annual Golf Outing, Evening of Hope gala, comedy showcases, and networking events
5. Amazon Wish List Donations: Donations made through Amazon registry where items ship directly to the organization

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Operation Hope of Fairfield is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides emergency food assistance through its Food Pantry, daily prepared meals through its Community Kitchen, and a continuum of housing services including Homeless Outreach, Rapid Rehousing, Permanent Supportive Housing, Homeless Prevention, and Affordable Housing for individuals and families in Fairfield, CT. All services are delivered free of charge and supported by donations, grants, and community fundraising events.

Product overview

Operation Hope of Fairfield is a nonprofit social services organization (501(c)(3)) that provides a comprehensive portfolio of programs to eliminate hunger and homelessness in Fairfield, CT. The organization operates multiple interconnected service programs including a Food Pantry for distributing food and essentials, a Community Kitchen serving daily meals, Homeless Outreach services distributing supplies, Rapid Rehousing and Permanent Supportive Housing programs, Homeless Prevention services, an Affordable Housing Program, Clinical Services, and Senior Services. The organization also runs fundraising events including an Annual Golf Outing and Evening of Hope gala. These programs work together to ensure that neighbors in need have access to food, shelter, and supportive services with the goal of making the experience of homelessness rare, brief, and one-time.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Food Pantry Provides non-perishable food items, fresh produce, and grocery store gift cards to individuals and families in need. Clients access pantry services during scheduled hours (Monday, Wednesday & Friday 10am-12pm; Thursday 4pm-6pm) at the Fairfield office.
• Community Kitchen Serves lunch (11:30am-1:00pm) and dinner (5:00pm-6:30pm) Monday through Friday at 50 Nichols Street, Fairfield, CT, providing prepared meals to community members in need.
• Homeless Outreach Provides street-based outreach services to homeless individuals, distributing snack bags and essential supplies to people on the streets.
• Rapid Rehousing Helps homeless individuals and families quickly obtain permanent housing through financial assistance and case management services.
• Permanent Supportive Housing Provides long-term housing solutions with supportive services for individuals with chronic disabilities experiencing homelessness.
• Homeless Prevention Provides services to prevent individuals and families from becoming homeless through financial assistance and support.
• Affordable Housing Program Provides affordable housing options and support services to help individuals and families maintain stable housing.
• Clinical Services Provides clinical support and healthcare-related services to clients in need.
• Senior Services Provides specialized services and support programs for senior community members in need.

Quantifiable outcome

• 46 families and 84 individuals served through Hope for the Holidays program in 2025
• +2 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Neighbors Helping Neighbors (Fairfield & Southport)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 May 2025Grassroots organization founded by Alexis Harrison and Helene Daly that organizes community BBQs for Operation Hope's Community Kitchen guests. Recognized as 2025 Champion of Hope. Mobilizes volunteers and resources to support neighbors in need.
• Fairfield Chamber of CommercecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership for community events including Executive Networking Series, Harvest Market, and Dog Days. Promotes Operation Hope events and drives community engagement.
• Fairfield Emerging Leaders Organization (FELO)supportingGTM or Marketing PartnerPartners with Operation Hope for Executive Networking events to raise funds and awareness.
• Trinity SolarsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity partner at Harvest Market event. Representatives available to discuss energy savings for community members.
• Pet Pantry WarehousesupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerPresenting sponsor of Fairfield Dog Days event. Supports Operation Hope through community event partnerships.
• Adopt-A-DogsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerAnimal rescue organization that co-benefits from Fairfield Dog Days event alongside Operation Hope.
• Refill the PantrycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration of five local churches that organizes food drives for Operation Hope's Pantry, including events at Stop & Shop locations.
• Fairfield UniversitysupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity students volunteer and organize donation drives for Operation Hope, including toiletries drives and community service projects.
• Brooklawn Country ClubsupportingOthersVenue host for 40th Anniversary Celebration event.
• Brass & BonesupportingOthersVenue host for Syracuse Summer Standup Showcase fundraiser event.
• Country Club of FairfieldsupportingOthersVenue host for Annual Golf Outing fundraising event.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Beth-El Center: Milford, CT-based nonprofit providing food pantry, congregate meals, emergency shelter, and case management — a structurally similar integrated food-plus-housing nonprofit operating in a nearby CT coastal community.
• Pivot Ministries: Bridgeport, CT-based nonprofit delivering food, housing, and recovery-oriented services — overlaps directly with Operation Hope's food and housing portfolio in a CT geography that often shares a donor base.
• Bridgeport Rescue Mission: Bridgeport, CT-based faith-affiliated nonprofit providing emergency shelter, food service, clothing, and addiction recovery programs — comparable combination of meals, shelter, and wraparound support serving a CT urban population.
• Person-to-Person: Darien, CT-based nonprofit operating a food pantry, emergency financial assistance, case management, and housing support in lower Fairfield County — nearly identical service model to Operation Hope of Fairfield in an immediately adjacent market.
• New Reach: New Haven, CT-based nonprofit offering emergency shelter, rapid rehousing, permanent supportive housing, and supportive services for families and individuals experiencing homelessness — directly comparable housing-and-case-management model in a nearby CT market.
• Catholic Charities of Fairfield County: Faith-based social services nonprofit delivering food pantry, housing assistance, case management, and senior services throughout Fairfield County — overlapping client base and service lines with Operation Hope in the same geography.
• Habitat for Humanity of Coastal Fairfield County: Affordable housing nonprofit serving Fairfield County, CT — directly comparable in the affordable-housing portion of Operation Hope's portfolio and drawing on the same regional donor and volunteer base.
• Inspirica: Stamford, CT-based nonprofit providing emergency shelter, transitional housing, rapid rehousing, and permanent supportive housing across lower Fairfield County — the closest direct peer to Operation Hope's housing and outreach programs.

Broad incumbents

• Foodshare: Regional food bank serving Hartford and Litchfield County, CT, distributing millions of pounds of food annually to partner pantries — a larger, established peer in the CT food-assistance ecosystem that influences donor attention and supply flows.
• Salvation Army Greater Bridgeport: National nonprofit with a Bridgeport-area corps delivering food assistance, emergency shelter, holiday programs, and case management — broader portfolio than Operation Hope but directly overlapping in food, shelter, and seasonal services across CT.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/operationhopect
• Facebookfacebook.com/operationhopect
• Instagraminstagram.com/operationhopect
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/operation-hope-of-fairfield

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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M&A

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