BREAKFAST PROGRAM AND PANTRY

Morning Glory

Danbury (Greater Danbury)

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Operating out of 11 Spring Street in Danbury, the Morning Glory Breakfast Program is conveniently located within the Dorothy Day Hospitality House. Morning Glory collaborates with other agencies to offer a safe and welcoming environment for those in need. Each day, we serve approximately 100 hot meals, totaling over 2,000 meals every month. There is no cost associated with meals or engagement with visiting agencies; all participation in services and programs remains completely voluntary.

Services

  • Serve hot and cold breakfast to the neediest in our community. Guests can enjoy in-door dining in shelter area from 7:30 am – 9:15 am during the cold winter months.
  • As of January 20th, 2025, Morning Glory Breakfast Program in collaboration with Dorothy Day Hospitality House, has begun providing indoor seating for our clients picking up breakfast. Clients can enjoy a warm, friendly and safe eating environment in what was previously the Dorothy Day shelter.
  • The Morning Glory Home Essentials program provides non-food items not covered by SNAP benefits. Items such as cleaning products, paper goods and hygiene products. Clients can pick up items once a month.
  • Shower Program: Showers available at Dorothy Day on Wednesday and Sundays from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
To register for the Home Essentials program, please use the link below to fill out a referral form.
Create Account and Request Pantry Services

IMPORTANT LINKS

Create Account and Request Pantry Services

To register for the Home Essentials program, please use the link above to fill out a referral form.

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Who to Contact

Tamara Espinal
[email protected]

Main Number: (203) 349-2428
Fax: (203) 738-1199

Location

11 Spring Street
Danbury, CT 06810

Home Essentials:

Location:
64 West Street
Danbury, CT 06810

Program Hours:
First Friday of each month
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Danbury residents, call to set up appointments: 203-349-2428

Create Account and Request Pantry Services

Meet the Staff Member of the Month

Marcos Jimenez

Marcos Jimenez

Marcos Jimenez joined Catholic Charities of Fairfield County in May 2024 and is the newest addition to our Morning Glory Breakfast and Market Place Pantry Programs. He has a passion for cooking and thrives when preparing meals for large groups. With a deep understanding of the needs within our community, he goes above and beyond to make a difference. Marcos is also innovative, constantly coming up with new ideas to ensure that everyone who visits MG is well fed.

MORNING GLORY NEWS

New Morning Glory Kitchen Equipment Helps Us Do What We Do Best

New Morning Glory Kitchen Equipment Helps Us Do What We Do Best

Thanks to the generosity of our donors and partners, our kitchen just got a big upgrade! A new pancake griddle and freezer are helping us serve more meals than ever, up to 200 pancakes an hour! With continued food donations from Dorothy Day, we’re keeping our freezer stocked and our community fed. Helping our neighbors is what we do BEST!