Connecticut grants for City or township governments

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations that provide services and advocacy for LGBTQ+ individuals in Greater Waterbury and the Litchfield Hills, with a focus on promoting equity and inclusion, particularly for BIPOC communities.

This grant provides financial support to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations and schools for community events that promote cultural enrichment, connection, and civic engagement.

This program provides funding to rural municipalities and federally recognized tribes in Connecticut to implement sustainable forestry practices that enhance forest health and resilience against environmental threats.

This program provides funding to municipalities and organizations for projects that enhance community development, transportation, housing, and social services in economically distressed areas of Connecticut.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations focused on improving their services for low- to moderate-income and historically underserved communities through strategic investments in planning, staff development, and technology.

This grant provides funding to organizations in Waterbury, Connecticut, to support educational equity, job training, and economic stability for marginalized communities, particularly BIPOC families and low-income individuals.

This grant provides funding to local organizations in Middletown to implement projects that address and reduce the harmful effects of opioid misuse in the community.

This program provides funding to local governments in Connecticut for projects that remove hazardous trees and replant new ones to enhance urban forest health and diversity.

This funding program provides financial support to states, territories, and Tribes for monitoring beach water quality and ensuring public safety from harmful pathogens during recreational activities.

This initiative provides funding to Connecticut-based nonprofits, community organizations, and municipalities to promote energy efficiency programs through grassroots outreach and education efforts.

This program provides up to $5,000 in funding to municipalities, schools, health districts, and nonprofits in Connecticut to promote safe and sustainable transportation options, particularly for youth and underserved communities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and public entities that address community needs and improve the quality of life for underserved populations in areas served by TD Bank.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments, tribal organizations, and nonprofits for projects aimed at managing and controlling invasive and noxious plant species on public lands across the U.S.

This program provides funding to Connecticut local governments and non-profits to improve urban forests, focusing on preserving trees and expanding tree canopy in underserved communities.

The Federal Clean Vessel Act (CVA) Grant Program provides annual matching federal grants to support the purchase, installation, repair/upgrade, operation, and maintenance of recreational vessel marine sanitation facilities (pumpout facilities) and pumpout vessels in Connecticut. The program aims to improve water quality by increasing the availability of proper waste handling facilities for boaters, thereby reducing the discharge of poorly treated or untreated sanitary wastes into Long Island Sound and its harbors. Eligible applicants include public and private marinas, yacht clubs, boatyards, municipal and state-owned facilities, and pumpout vessel programs. Grants cover up to 75% of project costs, requiring a 25% match from grantees. Approximately $1 million is available annually. Grant renewed every year.

The Edward C. and Ann T. Roberts Foundation administers the Creating New Work Grant Program to foster creativity in Greater Hartford by supporting local artists in the creation of new work in partnership with arts organizations. The program advances excellence in the arts and strengthens collaborations that benefit artists, organizations, and the community. Projects must be completed within 24 months of award. Organizations are selected based on artistic excellence, quality of collaboration with the artist, and potential community impact. A post grant report is required within six months of project close. Organizations may apply for either the Creation of New Work grant or an Excellence in the Arts grant in a calendar year. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) arts organizations in the geographic area served by the foundation, with priority to Hartford, Bloomfield, East Hartford, Newington, West Hartford, Wethersfield, and Windsor. Artists may not apply directly and must partner with an eligible organization. The program is designed to support artists who primarily live or work in Greater Hartford and surrounding towns listed by the foundation. Applications are due May 1, 2024. Grant duration is two years. Additional information is available from the Edward C. and Ann T. Roberts Foundation.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Connecticut municipalities and regional entities to develop waste management projects that reduce solid waste and promote environmental sustainability.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, governments, and educational institutions in the Northeast to restore and sustain healthy rivers, forests, and grasslands that benefit diverse fish and wildlife populations.

This funding opportunity supports conservation projects that provide employment and training for young adults and veterans, helping them gain experience in environmental stewardship and resource management on public lands.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for state forestry departments, universities, nonprofits, and local governments in the Eastern U.S. to manage and combat invasive species that threaten forest health.