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Connecticut Community Development Grants

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Improving Youth Mental Health Grant
$150,000
Cigna Group Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 18, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations that provide programs to improve the mental health of underserved youth aged 5-18, focusing on conflict resolution, family-school partnerships, and trauma-focused services in specific states.

Health
Nonprofits
Planning & Building for Social Justice Grant
$100,000
Leever Foundation
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 3, 2025

This funding opportunity supports community-led initiatives in Waterbury, Connecticut, that aim to address systemic inequities and promote social justice through capacity-building and infrastructure development.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
ABC Initiative Implementation Grant Program
$150,000
Prosperity Now
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 24, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that run Volunteer Income Tax Assistance programs, enabling them to integrate child savings education and services into tax preparation processes for low and moderate income families.

Income Security and Social Services
Nonprofits
Transportation Rural Improvement Program (TRIP)
$2,000,000
Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 13, 2026

This program provides funding to rural and small-town municipalities in Connecticut for transportation infrastructure improvements that enhance mobility, accessibility, and safety.

Transportation
City or township governments
Summer Program
$50,000
Hartford Foundation for Public Giving
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 7, 2024

This funding opportunity supports organizations providing inclusive and enriching summer programs for youth and individuals with disabilities in Hartford and its surrounding areas.

Youth
Nonprofits
William T. Sloper Trust for Andrew J. Sloper Musical Fund
Contact for amount
William T. Sloper Trust for Andrew J. Sloper Musical Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 22, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in New Britain, Connecticut, for high-quality musical performances that enrich the local community.

Humanities
Nonprofits
Grants in Place Fellows for Rural Educators
$2,500
Rural Schools Collaborative
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 23, 2024

This grant provides funding for rural classroom teachers in selected states to develop and implement Place-Based Education projects in their schools.

Community Development
Individuals
Pathways for Older Adults
$15,000
Connecticut Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 5, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofits and municipalities in Connecticut to create programs and services that support healthy aging and engagement for older adults in the community.

Health
Nonprofits
Innovation Fund
$1,000,000
The Tow Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 28, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations developing innovative solutions to improve mental health and well-being services for youth aged birth to 25.

Health
Nonprofits
Dairy Food Safety & Certification Grant
$75,000
Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center (NE-DBIC)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 11, 2025

This funding opportunity supports established dairy farmers, processors, brands, and producer associations in the Northeast to improve food safety, obtain certifications, and enhance market access through various projects.

Food and Nutrition
Nonprofits
Honda USA Foundation Funding - Programmatic Support
$100,000
Honda USA Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 3, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations and schools focused on improving mobility access for individuals with disabilities, as well as initiatives in education and environmental sustainability.

Health
Nonprofits
Community Foundation of Greater New Britain Grants
$25,000
Community Foundation of Greater New Britain
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 29, 2024

This grant provides funding to non-profit organizations in Berlin, New Britain, Plainville, and Southington, Connecticut, to enhance community services and improve the quality of life for local residents.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Lena Benas Memorial Grant Program
$25,000
Lena Benas Memorial Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 25, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local organizations in Litchfield and nearby communities that are dedicated to improving housing maintenance and essential human services for underserved populations.

Health
Nonprofits
Windsor Locks Greater Together Community Fund
$5,000
Hartford Foundation for Public Giving (HFPG)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 12, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and religious institutions for projects that address specific community needs and enhance the well-being of residents in Windsor Locks.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Small Grants to addresses COVID-19 Impacts or advances Racial Equity in Connecticut
$15,000
Community Foundation for Greater New Haven
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 7, 2023

This program provides financial support to small nonprofit organizations in Greater New Haven to help them address COVID-19 impacts or promote racial equity through project support, capacity building, or general operating expenses.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
Black Giving Circle Fund in Connecticut
$20,000
Hartford Foundation for Public Giving
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 14, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and community groups in Connecticut to support projects that improve mental health for Black men and boys through training or awareness campaigns.

Health
Nonprofits
Bolton Greater Together Community Fund
$7,500
Hartford Foundation for Public Giving
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 10, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and community groups in Bolton to implement projects that address local needs and benefit a significant number of residents.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Museums for America Program
$300,000
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 7, 2026

This grant provides funding to museums and related organizations across the U.S. for projects that enhance public education, community engagement, and the stewardship of collections.

Education
Nonprofits
New England States Touring Grant Program
$5,000
New England Foundation for the Arts (NEFA)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 24, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in New England to support public performances and community engagement activities featuring regional artists.

Arts
Nonprofits
Impact Philanthropy Grant
$332,000
United Way of Coastal and Western Connecticut
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 1, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that address urgent community needs and empower low-income households in Coastal and Western Connecticut.

Education
City or township governments