Open Doors

Open Doors is a resource for people dealing with poverty and homelessness in the greater Norwalk area.

Open Doors strives to make a direct impact in the Greater Norwalk area by guiding every person in the cycle of homelessness towards housing stability.

05/31/2026

By clicking on the link below, you can become a part of our amazing volunteer community. We would love to welcome you to our team and join us in making a difference. Don't hesitate, sign up now and start making an impact today: https://opendoorsct.galaxydigital.com/need/

05/29/2026

Nacho day hits different when it’s made with this much heart. 🧀

Our kitchen team didn’t just make nachos today — they made people’s day. That’s just what they do. Every single time.

05/27/2026

🚨 We’re Hiring!

Open Doors is looking for a Bilingual Employment Specialist to join our team and help individuals on their path toward stability and self-sufficiency. This role supports clients with employment readiness, job placement, and ongoing encouragement as they work toward building brighter futures.

📍 Location: Norwalk, CT
💼 Full-Time
📅 Apply today and be part of work that creates meaningful change in our community.

🔗 Apply Here: https://www.indeed.com/cmp/The-Open-Door-Shelter,-Inc./jobs

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the lives sacrificed in service to our country.

At Open Doors, we are reminded that service takes many forms. Each day, we strive to carry forward that spirit by showing up for our community, offering support, dignity, and hope to those facing difficult times.

In observance of Memorial Day, Smilow Life Center will be closed on May 25th, but our shelter and meal services will be working normally.

05/23/2026

🌟 Community Partner of the Month: Gway Print Solutions 🌟

We are grateful to recognize Gway as our Community Partner of the Month. A long-time partner to Open Doors, Gway generously supports our mission by providing printed newsletters, event materials, and outreach pieces that help us share our story with the community.

Their behind-the-scenes support strengthens every connection we make, helping us engage supporters, reach donors, and continue opening doors to hope and opportunity for those we serve.

05/21/2026

Spring/Summer:
Join us for our Community Closet Donation Day on Tuesday, May 26 from 1–3 PM at Open Doors! We're currently accepting gently used spring and summer clothing.

💡 Can't make it during the scheduled time? No worries! Just email us at [email protected] to coordinate a drop-off that works for you.

🛒 Prefer to donate from home? You can also support us by purchasing much-needed items directly from our Amazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/8RUK3LHW26VN

Thank you for helping us make a difference this season!

05/19/2026

We are incredibly grateful to the Women's League of Westport for their generous $10,000 grant in support of Open Doors.

Beyond this meaningful contribution, we were honored to be invited to speak at their meeting last week and share more about the work we do to support individuals and families experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity in our community.

Partnerships like this are powerful reminders that real change happens when communities come together with compassion, generosity, and a shared commitment to helping others.

Thank you, Women’s League of Westport, for your support, your advocacy, and your belief in our mission.

05/17/2026

Last weekend, Open Doors’ The Social program was proud to participate in the 5th Annual NorWALK for Mental Health with The Norwalk Partnership💚

It was an incredible opportunity to support mental health awareness, connect with the community, and share more about the programs and services we offer at Open Doors.

The Social program is about so much more than activities—it’s about connection, community, purpose, and creating spaces where individuals feel supported and valued. Mental health plays a huge role in overall well-being, and programs like The Social help reduce isolation while encouraging personal growth, confidence, and meaningful relationships.

We are grateful to have been part of such an inspiring event dedicated to wellness, awareness, and community support.

Address

4 Merritt Street
Norwalk, CT
06854

Telephone

+12038661057

Website

https://opendoorsct.org/

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