These foundations have a track record of funding arts & culture work in Connecticut, based on IRS 990 grant data. Use the list below to find funders aligned with your mission, then sign up free to see how well your nonprofit fits each one.
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Arts & CultureEntrepreneurship / InnovationLeadership+3 more
Who can apply: Registered U.S. 501(c)(3) charitable organizations, including schools and churches; at least one year of program outcomes; project must align with the Foundation’s primary focus areas; preference for organizations using substantially all grant funds in New Jersey, especially Monmouth and Ocean Counties; no operational overhead, non-registered entities, political action groups, proposals without sustainability plans, or commercial-sale projects.
Who can apply: The Foundation prefers projects with a strong positive impact on communities, broad community reach, and demonstrated initiative, commitment, accountability, and long-term sustainability through local involvement. Applicants must be eligible nonprofits and submit an online application.
Who can apply: Qualifying organizations serving the Branford community with sponsorship-worthy events or event series. BCF noted that only one sponsorship application per organization would be accepted in 2026.
Who can apply: Tax-exempt nonprofit status (IRS tax exemption letter required). Must provide board of directors list, detailed explanation of grant use, organization mission/history, itemized budget for request, and audited year-end balance sheet and profit & loss report. Organizations receiving grants three years in a row must take a one-year break.
constitutional orderlimited governmentfederalism+19 more
Who can apply: Eligible applicants must be organizations exempt from federal taxation under Section 501(c)(3) and publicly supported under Section 509(a)(1), (2), or (3). The Foundation does not make grants to individuals and will not fund overhead or indirect costs. Projects must fit the Foundation’s current program interests.
poverty alleviationarts and cultureeducation+1 more
Who can apply: Requests must align with the mission to serve the poor, support the arts, or enhance education. Requests are viewed more favorably if they are for specific tangible items for a program. General operating funding is only given in certain circumstances, and smaller-budget organizations are preferred.
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