Connecticut Resources

Free and trusted resources for immigrant families across Connecticut — from government agencies, nonprofits, and community organizations.

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Federal

FDIC BankFind Suite

Find FDIC-insured banks and credit unions near you that accept ITINs.

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State

CT Department of Banking

Verify licensed lenders and file complaints against predatory lenders.

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Nonprofit

Connecticut's Credit Unions

Local credit unions offering accessible accounts for immigrants.

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Federal

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

Free financial tools, guides, and complaint filing in multiple languages.

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Federal

IRS Free File

File federal taxes for free if you earn under $73,000. Spanish support included.

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Federal

VITA — Volunteer Tax Assistance

Free in-person tax prep for people who generally earn $67,000 or less.

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State

CT ITIN Program

Connecticut guidance on obtaining an ITIN without a Social Security Number.

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Nonprofit

United Way 211 CT — Tax Help

Call 2-1-1 to find local free tax prep sites across Connecticut.

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Nonprofit

CT Institute for Refugees & Immigrants

Affordable immigration legal services with offices in Bridgeport, Stamford, Waterbury, and Hartford.

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Nonprofit

ILRC — Know Your Rights

Guides on immigrant rights, DACA, visas, and more from the Immigrant Legal Resource Center.

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Nonprofit

Connecticut Legal Services

Free civil legal help for low-income residents including immigrants.

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Nonprofit

Statewide Legal Services of CT

Free legal advice hotline covering housing, benefits, and family law.

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State

CT Housing Finance Authority (CHFA)

Down payment assistance, first-time homebuyer programs, and affordable mortgages.

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Federal

HUD-Approved Housing Counselors

Free or low-cost counseling for renting, buying, and avoiding foreclosure in CT.

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Nonprofit

CT 211 — Housing Help

Find emergency shelter, rental assistance, and housing support near you.

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Nonprofit

CT Food Bank

Locate food pantries and emergency food assistance across Connecticut.

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State

DSS — SNAP Benefits

Apply for food assistance (SNAP/EBT) through the CT Department of Social Services.

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Nonprofit

United Way 2-1-1

Dial 2-1-1 for referrals to food, utilities, childcare, and other basic needs.

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State

CT State Community College — Adult Ed

Free or low-cost English classes, GED prep, and workforce training.

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Federal

American Job Centers in CT

Free job search help, resume writing, skills training, and career counseling.

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Nonprofit

Literacy Volunteers of America — CT

Free one-on-one tutoring in English reading, writing, and conversation.

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