Nonprofit leaders and state legislators spoke at a news conference on Tuesday.

By Karla Ciaglo, CTNewsJunkie.com 

Connecticut’s nonprofit service providers are facing a dire financial shortfall, with leaders warning Tuesday that a proposed budget cut could result in an effective $19 million loss in the first year, jeopardizing essential services for the state’s most vulnerable residents.

These organizations provide critical services and support, including for mental health and addiction treatment for individuals with developmental disabilities, homeless shelters, and re-entry programs for individuals involved in the criminal justice system.

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