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.
Authoring a New Story for New Haven ›
12.16.2024
Job training and youth programs are creating hope and community at ConnCAT.
Building the Parental Bond Through Reading ›
10.12.2024
One prison reading program is fostering connection between incarcerated parents and their children.
08.16.2024
Court-appointed volunteers protect the best interests of children.
Discovering Amistad Connects Lessons of the Past to Today ›
06.07.2024
The story of the Amistad is inspiring the next generation of young leaders in the community.
Busy Bees: Huneebee Project Teaching Youth Mindfulness, Social Entrepreneurship ›
02.02.2024
Through the art of beekeeping, adolescents and young adults from underserved communities are practicing mindfulness while developing vocational and entrepreneurial skills for a brighter future.
Support from the Start: Pre-Kindergarten Preparation at the West Haven Child Development Center ›
01.26.2024
With activities involving communication, problem solving, and social development, the West Haven Childhood Development Center has been preparing young children for kindergarten, involving parents and caregivers every step of the way.
Guns to Gardens: New Haven Nonprofit Transforming Guns, Lives to Improve Communities ›
01.15.2024
With buy-back programs and training in blacksmithing, Swords to Plowshares turns guns into garden tools and transforms the lives of young people affected by gun violence.
Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce Expands Outreach to Diverse Businesses ›
01.08.2024
Business organization focuses on advancing equity in the private sector.
01.03.2024
New Haven nonprofit rescues and redistributes 1.5 million pounds of food in a year.
