Squash Haven
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Who We Are

Our program began in 2007 with two partner schools, one staff member, and a small team of fifth and sixth graders. Today, Squash Haven has a thriving community of over 160 young individuals in fifth grade through college and supports 7 full time staff members as well as part-time staff and volunteers as well. Our student base, alumni network, and team here has grown tremendously. Seeing our students begin their careers and become the active citizens they aimed to be has only inspired us to grow even more.

Our Student Demographic:
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  • ​Range in age from 10-24, reflecting our commitment to work with young people through higher education and into early career.
  • Attend 27 New Haven public schools (our current highest number comes from Wilbur Cross: 23).
  • Live in 22 New Haven neighborhoods (with great concentration in Fair Haven, 24%).
  • Would largely (93%) be the first in their families to graduate from college.
  • Reflect a diverse range of backgrounds and lived experiences.
  • Share a belief in the power of their daily efforts to realize future goals for themselves, their families, and their communities.
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"When I came to Squash Haven, I saw an opportunity to develop a curriculum for a non-profit where we could teach the whole kid."
-Christi Boscarino Elligers, Program Director, New Haven Teach for America Alumna


To learn more, take a look at our annual report.
Mailing Address:
33 Dixwell Avenue
PMB 226
​New Haven, CT 06511

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Physical Addresses:
254 Elm St (primary office and classrooms)
78 Ashmun St (auxiliary classroom)

Squash Haven is a 501(c)3 non-profit. EIN 20-5500876
  • Home
  • Who We Are
    • Staff
    • The Board
    • Parents & Families
    • Our National Network (SEA)
    • Values
    • Belonging and Community
  • What We Do
    • Academic Support
    • Health & Wellness
    • Community Engagement
    • College & Career Readiness
    • Strategy & Goals
  • Why It Works
    • Student Impact
    • College Access & Persistence
    • Career Readiness
    • Enriching Opportunities
  • Get Involved!
    • Interested in joining?
    • Volunteer Opportunities
    • Employment Opportunities
    • Contact Us
    • Showdown
  • More
    • Social Media & Press
    • Annual Report
    • Financials and 990
    • Facilities