Children's Trust Fund - Hartford, CT

CT Children's Trust Fund

The Children's Trust Fund (CTF) is a critical initiative now administered by the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC). Located at 410 Capitol Avenue in Hartford, Connecticut, the fund is dedicated to preventing child abuse and neglect by supporting families before crises occur. Through a network of community-based programs, the CTF ensures that parents have the resources, education, and support systems necessary to raise healthy and happy children.

Key Programs

The fund supports several statewide initiatives designed to strengthen families:

• Nurturing Families Network: A comprehensive system providing home visiting, parenting groups, and developmental screenings for new parents at risk.
• Help Me Grow: A program connecting families to community resources and child development services to address behavioral or developmental concerns early.
• Family Empowerment: Initiatives aimed at helping parents develop leadership skills and become advocates for their children.

Mission and Operations

Operating within the OEC's Family Support Services division, the CTF works in partnership with hospitals, non-profits, and schools. 🤝 Goal: The primary goal is to ensure the safety and well-being of Connecticut's children by funding evidence-based prevention programs. While the administrative office is in Hartford, the services funded by the Trust are available in communities across the state.

Accessing Services

Families looking for support or professionals seeking grant information can contact the office directly. The facility at Capitol Avenue is a state government building requiring identification for entry.