Read about the inspiring work of local nonprofits supported by The Foundation's grantmaking.

The following stories were created by The Community Foundation to highlight local nonprofits and the impact they have throughout Greater New Haven. Many of the nonprofits featured here have profiles on The Foundation's website giveGreater.org, a resource created by The Foundation for donors to learn more about and support local nonprofits.

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Message to LGBTQ+ and the Latinx Community: Keep Communicating ›

06.24.2019

Shared experiences explored at recent discussion.

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Leading the Charge for Paid Family Leave ›

06.17.2019

A guaranteed 12-week paid family leave is coming to Connecticut, thanks in part to the advocacy leadership of The Connecticut Women's Education and Legal Fund. (CWEALF)

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History Lives at Fort Nathan Hale ›

05.10.2019

Fort Nathan Hale is a unique city park that keeps history alive through the work of a longtime corps of local volunteers.

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Access to Lifesaving Healthcare ›

03.27.2019

A recent immigrant receives lifesaving treatment through Project Access.

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More than a meal ›

01.24.2019

Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen provides hot meals as well as connections to vital services.

Advocating for Juvenile Justice ›

12.27.2018

Black and Latino youth are over-represented in the juvenile justice system. The Center for Children's Advocacy's work is tackling the disparities.

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Transforming Youth Justice ›

12.13.2018

Professionals working with youth use the latest research and education to reform the way young people and families are treated throughout the juvenile justice system.

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From the Start: New Haven Promise and The Promise of A Brighter Future ›

New Haven Promise, launched in 2010, now provides nearly $4 million annually in scholarships to graduates of New Haven Public Schools.

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Building Talent for the Digital Revolution ›

09.24.2018

Just a few years ago, Max Johnson was living out of his car after working a series of dead-end jobs. Today he codes software for a New York City tech company. The opportunity he now has, he says, "is a miracle."

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Creating community through baseball ›

09.10.2018

Walter "Pop" Smith Little League brings together children and families.

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