On the occasion of the 90th anniversary of its founding, The Community Foundation presented a series called “From the Start” — a history of investing in good ideas and talented people.

Since 1928, Foundation funds have started and sustained successful nonprofits and created and funded crucial collaboratives and inclusive coalitions.

You will find stories about the founding of an organization serving people with the then newly-identified disease of AIDS; a group of visionary women who believed New Haven could be the next Spoleto; a philanthropist who found a way to recognize outstanding individual effort to nourish the partnership between Yale and the community; and many more.
 

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From the Start: Neighborhood Civics in Action ›

Evolving over the years, the neighborhood program has held onto one core element: helping residents improve their community.

A calm river curves through golden marsh grasses under a partly cloudy sky at sunset, with distant houses lining the horizon. Two wooden posts stand in the water near the right bank.

From the Start: the Quinnipiac River Fund ›

For over 25 years, the Quinnipiac River Fund has been a trusted protector and advocate for River preservation.

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From the Start: The International Festival of Arts & Ideas ›

The International Festival of Arts & Ideas delights audiences with outstanding entertainment and inspiring programs, and The Community Foundation has been there from the start.

An older man and woman stand under a stone arch with the Great Wall of China winding through the hills behind them. Both wear coats and hats, and they are smiling at the camera.

Ruth & Charles Grannick Jr. Fund ›

Est. 2001 by Ruth B. Grannick

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From the Start: The Elm and Ivy Awards Partnership ›

The Seton's philanthropic and civic leadership continues to enrich many lives.

An elderly man and woman smile while sitting together indoors. Both wear name tags; the man’s says Dag Pfeiffer and the woman’s says Nancy Pfeiffer. The woman has gray hair and is wearing a brown sweater.

Salute to Fellow Nonagenarians: Dag and Nancy Pfeiffer ›

In 2018, The Foundation celebrated its 90th anniversary, we're honored to be in the company of these amazing 90(plus)-year-old donors: Dag and Nancy Pfeiffer.

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From the Start: AIDS Education and Assistance ›

The Foundation pledged an initial $120,000 grant for New Haven AIDS service organizations in the 1980s.

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