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Donate Today. Change a Life.
In Greater New Haven, a crisis is unfolding.
Nearly 40% of high school students report persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness. Residents in South Central Connecticut experience suicidal thoughts at 1.5 times the state average.
For too many children, these aren’t just statistics.
They are daily battles with trauma, anxiety, and unmet behavioral health needs.
At The Children’s Center of Hamden, we believe no child should face those challenges alone.
Your gift helps provide care, stability, and guidance — so children and families can find a path forward.
Why Your Gift Matters
We provide a continuum of care, meeting children at any point in their journey and ensuring they receive the right level of support at the right time.
Your support makes it possible for:
- A teen in crisis to find safety and stabilization through residential treatment
- A student to receive trauma-informed education and stay on track academically
- A child and their family to access outpatient services before challenges escalate
Every gift helps strengthen this continuum — and ensures that no child has to navigate these challenges alone.
Prefer to give by check?
Please make checks payable to The Children’s Center of Hamden and mail to:
Susan Smith-Franks
1400 Whitney Avenue
Hamden, CT 06517
Gifts can be directed to a specific program or applied where the need is greatest.
Other Ways to Give:
Create a Legacy Gift
A legacy gift is a powerful way to support children and families for generations to come. The Children’s Center of Hamden maintains a professionally managed endowment, ensuring your gift has lasting impact well into the future.
Legacy gifts may include:
- Bequests through your estate
- Life insurance policies
- Retirement assets
Charitable trusts - Contributions of $10,000 or more
If you’ve included The Children’s Center in your plans—or are thinking about it—we would be honored to hear from you.
In-Kind Donations
You can make a meaningful impact by donating items or experiences that bring comfort, joy, and connection to the youth we serve.
We welcome:
- Clothing & Supplies
New clothing and gently used toys, books, games, puzzles, and activity materials - Experiences & Tickets
Sporting events, performances, and community activities - tickets for small groups are especially appreciated.
We appreciate your donations.
Donate Securities
Making a gift of securities can be a meaningful and tax-efficient way to support The Children’s Center of Hamden.
Complete the form here to receive transfer instructions for your broker.