These foundations have a track record of funding human services 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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Open nowCloses in 3 days (Jun 30, 2026)Award: Up to $3K
Who can apply: Applicant must be a 501(c)(3) OR have a fiscal agent that is a 501(c)(3). Annual operating budget must not exceed $1,500,000. Projects must primarily benefit Hartford residents. Applicants (or sponsoring organization) should have at least one board/governing member who resides in the City of Hartford. The Foundation does not fund public or private schools, individual students/teachers, scholarships, capital campaigns, or organized fund drives. No more than one grant per organization per calendar year; foundation will not fund an organization for more than two consecutive years.
ArtsCommunity DevelopmentHealth & Human Services+2 more
Who can apply: Applicants must be IRS 501(c)(3) nonprofits primarily serving residents in one or more of the 42 communities served by the foundation. State agencies, quasi-state agencies, municipalities, municipal departments, state departments, and commissions are not eligible. Organizations must generally have an established program in the service area and, if located outside the service area, must have had a fully operating program there for at least one year.
Community needEquity and inclusionYouth and education+3 more
Who can apply: Applicants must operate under a qualified fiscal sponsor that is a 501(c)(3), not have their own 501(c)(3) status, have a clear community-centered mission, serve communities within the service area, submit a basic project plan and budget, and have a designated project lead.
medical researchmedical educationgeneral education+1 more
Who can apply: For requests over $25,000, applicants must submit an LOI with required program details and contact information. LOIs and requested applications are reviewed quarterly prior to board meetings.
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.
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