The Center for Family Justice, Inc.

08/31/2026

We are so grateful to Office of Governor Ned Lamont, State Representative Cristin McCarthy Vahey, and State Representative Christopher Rosario for recently visiting The Center for Family Justice and meeting with our leadership team to discuss the evolving needs of children and families in our community.

A special thank you to Governor Lamont for supporting Pathways to Hope for the Future, our reimagined Child Advocacy Center, through critical state bond funding. Construction is now underway on this transformational project, which is expected to open in 2027.

The new Child Advocacy Center will provide a safe, child-focused, trauma-informed environment where children impacted by abuse can access coordinated services, advocacy, and support designed to reduce trauma and promote healing.
This investment will strengthen CFJ's ability to serve vulnerable children and families for generations to come.

Thank you to our state leaders for recognizing the importance of this work and for helping us create brighter pathways to hope, healing, and justice.

08/28/2026

Last Chance to Get Your Tickets! 🚨

Join us for an unforgettable afternoon at Speaking of Women, featuring award-winning author Stephen Mills, keynote speaker and author of Chosen: A Memoir of Stolen Boyhood.

Stephen's powerful story of survival, resilience, and healing has captivated audiences across the country and earned national acclaim, including the National Jewish Book Award for Memoir.
Through remarkable honesty and courage, he sheds light on the realities of childhood trauma, the importance of prevention, and the transformative power of support and community.

This is more than a luncheon. It's an opportunity to come together in support of survivors, strengthen our community, and help ensure that children and families have access to the resources, advocacy, and hope they need.

💜 Be inspired.
💜 Make an impact.
💜 Support The Center for Family Justice.

Tickets are still available, but time is running out!
Secure your seat today: https://bit.ly/cfjsow26

08/27/2026

This summer a generous board member from CFJ, Adriana Mazza and her family representing the Juliana Mazza Memorial Foundation Foundation donated their time and boat to take our Pathway youth on two boating trips in Shelton, CT.🚤

This was an amazing opportunity for our kids!
The day was filled with swimming, laughs, tubing, and even jet ski rides!

Thank you to the Mazza family and the Juliana Mazza Memorial Foundation for providing our Pathways program with these lifelong memories!
We are beyond grateful for your generosity to the youth of the families we serve!💜

08/25/2026

We were delighted to welcome Cindi Bigelow to The Center for Family Justice and share the impact of our programs and services.
We are so grateful to Bigelow Tea and the Bigelow family for their longstanding commitment to helping children and families in our community heal, grow, and thrive.

It was especially meaningful to showcase the play area that will be dedicated in honor of David C. Bigelow at our reimagined Child Advocacy Center whose legacy of generosity and community leadership continues to make a lasting difference. \
Thank you for being such valued partners in our mission to provide hope, healing, and empowerment. 💜

Earlier this week, our third-generation President & CEO, Cindi Bigelow, had the opportunity to visit our friends at The Center for Family Justice, Inc., an incredible local organization in Bridgeport, Connecticut that provides support, resources, and hope to individuals and families in need in our community.

During her visit, Cindi toured the Bigelow Wellness Studio and learned more about their important programs and services. She also got a special look at a play area that will be named in honor of her father, our second-generation Co-Chair, David C. Bigelow.

We’re grateful for all The Center for Family Justice does for our community! ❤️

08/21/2026

Some of the most meaningful moments of healing don’t happen in an office or a classroom.
They happen around a campfire, on a hiking trail, beside a lake, and among friends who remind you that you’re not alone.🏕️

Over the past two weeks, Camp HOPE America-Bridgeport youth returned from YMCA Camp Hi-Rock with stronger connections, greater confidence, and memories that will last a lifetime.

From our youngest campers braving a rainy first week to our teens embracing adventure, leadership, and friendship, each young person had the opportunity to discover their strengths, build resilience, and simply be a kid.

Camp HOPE is more than camp.
It’s a place where children and teens impacted by trauma find connection, belonging, and hope.

A special thank you to our incredible Camp HOPE Manager, Lisa, whose tireless work begins months before camp ever starts.
We’re also deeply grateful to the staff, counselors, volunteers, and mentors who dedicated their time, energy, and hearts to making these two weeks possible.

Thank you to Camp Hope America-Bridgeport, Camp Hi-Rock, the Elizabeth M. Pfriem Foundation, Binky Patrol Comforting Covers Southern Connecticut, and all of our supporters, donors, and community partners who help make this life-changing experience possible.

Together, we continue to build hope. 💜

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08/20/2026

Collaboration is at the heart of creating stronger, safer communities. Thank you to Wakeman Boys & Girls Club for hosting us at the Madison Avenue Clubhouse.
We are proud to partner with organizations that share our commitment to empowering youth and supporting families, and we look forward to all we can accomplish together. 💜

Thank you to our friends at The Center For Family Justice for visiting our Madison Avenue Clubhouse. We are so grateful for your partnership, and we are excited about future opportunities to make an even greater community impact.

08/20/2026

Thank you, Senator Jason Perillo, for taking the time to visit The Center for Family Justice and learn more about our work supporting survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, child abuse, and human trafficking.

We were honored to welcome you for your first visit to CFJ and appreciate your commitment to raising awareness about these important issues. Thank you for highlighting the vital services our team provides every day and for helping connect community members with the resources available to them.

We look forward to continuing the conversation and working together to support individuals and families throughout our communities.

08/18/2026

What an incredible day!🎒📚

Our first-ever Ready, Set, Learn Community Fair brought together families, community partners, volunteers, and supporters for an afternoon filled with resources, school supplies, free haircuts, music, treats, and community connection.

We’re so grateful to our many community partners, as well as DJ_JEFFSPIN 🇭🇹, Alene Targowski Sabados Truck, and the talented barbers from Kingdom Cutters Barbershop, Hollywood Cuts Barbershop, and O’Tree Barbershop for helping make the day so special.

A huge shout-out to everyone who donated backpacks and school supplies, our dedicated staff and volunteers, and our incredible Campus Advocacy Team, Nanja, Lauren, and Katie, whose vision and hard work brought this event to life.

Together, we helped local students head into the new school year with confidence and support. Thank you for making our inaugural Ready, Set, Learn Community Fair such a success!

08/14/2026

School starts soon, and we're ready! 🎒📚

Join us on Monday, August 17, from 12-4 p.m. for our Ready, Set, Learn Community Fair at The Center for Family Justice!

We're excited to welcome more than 30 community partners offering valuable resources and services for children and families throughout our community.
Enjoy food vendors, free popcorn and cotton candy, giveaways, music from DJ JeffSpin, and more!

Whether you're preparing for the new school year, looking for community resources, or just want a fun afternoon with the family, there's something for everyone.

✅ Free admission
✅ 30+ community partners
✅ Food & treats
✅ Giveaways & family fun
✅ Free haircuts*

📍 The Center for Family Justice
753 Fairfield Ave., Bridgeport

🗓 Monday, August 17 | 12-4 PM

We can't wait to see you there! 💜

*Haircuts available to CFJ clients first, then to the public on a first come, first served basis.

08/13/2026

A huge THANK YOU to Thule for donating strollers for the families we serve!

Your generosity will help parents and caregivers facing difficult circumstances care for their children with greater ease and confidence.
We're so grateful for partners like Thule who help provide comfort, support, and hope to families throughout our community.

Thank you for helping us create brighter futures for children and families. 💜