Empower People.
Transform Community.
Together, we work diligently to be a part of the solution to reduce youth and gun violence, advocate for healthier communities, and create a positive impact that extends far beyond today for the underserved and marginalized youth, families, and neighborhoods throughout Southwestern CT and beyond.
Our Impact
By collaborating alongside our neighbors, from pre-K to adulthood, we make a profound impact on the lives of over 50,000 individuals in the greater Bridgeport region each year. These resilient youth and their families face incredible challenges, navigating the complex realities of a post-pandemic world, substance misuse and addiction, persistent violence, enduring poverty, mental illness, and the burden of generational trauma. One notable example of this impact can be seen through our restorative justice efforts. Restorative Justice is one of the many ways we serve more than 19,000 students and 1,500 school staff members across multiple school districts.
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Above and Beyond Awards
Catalyst Advocacy
Catalyst CT’s advocacy starts at a grassroots level, standing on a footing that is inclusive, diverse, and motivated. We empower community members by giving them tools and information to advocate for themselves. Together, we harness the power of people to encourage policy and systems change.
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The Above and Beyond awards are just around the corner!💫
Among our guests of honor is Janice Andersen, who dedicated 35 years of service to Catalyst CT’s cause. Join us September 24th as we recognize the achievements of her and other leaders like her with a night of good food and celebration!
Tickets are available now! Head to the link in our bio to get yours today!🚀
#CatalystCT #RestorativeJustice #CommunityChange #YouthEmpowerment
On September 24, we’re bringing our community together to celebrate the people who go above and beyond—leading with purpose, showing up for others, and creating meaningful change across our region.
The Above & Beyond Awards will honor the individuals and organizations whose commitment, leadership, and impact help build stronger, healthier communities.
Tickets are available now! Head to the link in our bio to get yours!🚀 And stay tuned as we introduce this year’s honorees!
#AboveAndBeyondAwards #CatalystCT #ConnecticutNonprofits #CelebratingImpact #CommunityLeadership
In the next few weeks, we`ll be introducing you to members of the Catalyst CT team, new and old!
Up first is John L. Foster Jr., who recently joined Catalyst CT as an Outreach worker for StreetSafe Bridgeport!
He is part of the community he serves and, when he was young, fit StreetSafe’s demographic. As John likes to say, “who better for the task than someone who once was the task?”
💬 Talking about mental health isn’t always easy, but it can make all the difference.
Call or text 988 to connect with the #988lifeline for 24/7 support — for yourself or for someone you love.
You are never alone. 🧡
👉 Share this post to keep the conversation going.
#988 #resources #breakthestigma #mentalhealth
Life right now can feel overwhelming. When you aren’t sure where to turn, #988lifeline is there for you.
Call or text 988 for help navigating mental health crises for yourself or for a loved one. 🧡📱
And you can head to our site for local, regional, and statewide mental health resources that are tailored for different age groups. 🔗
Catalyst CT is proud to have helped sponsor @theshouldercheck event this year! It`s a charity hockey game that featured NHL all-stars coming together to inspire kindness and show support for mental health!
We had such a wonderful time and hope to see you there next year!
🎨 Rooted in Community: Portraits of Everyday Heroes, Chapter II
📍 CT State Housatonic
📅 June 4 – July 10
🎉 Opening: June 4 | 5:30–7PM
Come see what young people created—and the stories behind it.
🔗 Link in bio to register
#CatalystCT #ArtShow #YouthArt #CommunityVoices #Bridgeport #NationalCreativityDay
Building futures.
Carolina supports young people as they grow, learn, and move toward their goals.
Because opportunity matters.
💬 What does opportunity look like to you?
#CatalystCT #YouthOpportunity #RestorativeJustice #Growth #Community
The unofficial start of summer ☀️
Longer days. New opportunities. New challenges.
That’s why connection and community matter—now more than ever.
👉 Tap the link in our bio to learn more.
#CatalystCT #CommunityPower #BridgeportCT #Summer
This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the lives of U.S. service members we`ve lost. For many, today can be difficult.
If you or someone you know needs support, you’re not alone.
🔸 Call, text, or chat 988
🔸 Veterans can call 988 and press 1, or use the veteran-specific chat
🔗 More resources in bio
#MemorialDay #CommunityCare #MentalHealthMatters #CatalystCT
Memorial Day weekend = the unofficial start of summer ☀️
Longer days. More time outside. More moments together.
👇 What’s your go-to summer activity?
Tell us below ⬇️
#SummerVibes #MemorialDayWeekend #Community #Bridgeport
All of those lessons, experiences, and conversations lead to this.
Young people in this program created artwork inspired by the everyday heroes in their lives—and the impact those individuals had on them.
Behind every piece is a story.
A perspective.
A young person finding their voice. 🎨
This is a glimpse of what’s possible.
🔗 Link in bio
#CatalystCT #YouthArt #CreativeExpression #Community #Bridgeport