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.

A man with a wheelbarrow stands near a stone building, while three people exit through a doorway. Potted plants are arranged along the ground, and trees and benches are nearby.

Plant Therapy ›

07.27.2022

Adults with developmental and physical disabilities find community and purpose at GROWERS, an education and work program at the Edgerton Park greenhouses.

A synchronized swimmer rises out of the pool with arms raised, smiling, during a performance at a competition. Officials, spectators, and competition banners are visible in the background.

Hamden Artistic Swimming Team Goes to the Junior Olympics ›

07.06.2022

Pool time supported by Community Foundation Small Grant.

A group of smiling people stand in front of a gray house as a man in a light blue blazer cuts a red ribbon for a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Some participants hold the ribbon, and one woman stands to the side taking a photo.

Affordable and Environmentally Friendly Homes Rise in Guilford ›

06.24.2022

Nonprofit developer The Green Planet Company builds community with support from state and local funders.

An eye doctor examines a male patient’s eyes using a slit lamp in a clinic. The doctor, wearing a white coat, smiles while focusing on the exam. The patient sits across from her at the equipment.

Time-Saving Tech Increases Access to Eye Health ›

06.09.2022

New equipment at Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center Eye Clinic will help reduce patient wait times and increase availability of ophthalmology services

Four male athletes in wheelchairs, wearing green jerseys, participate in a wheelchair rugby game on a gym floor. The player in front holds a white ball, and all seem focused on the action.

Living Life to the Fullest ›

06.09.2022

Gaylord Hospital helps patients recover from traumatic injuries and live fulfilling lives.

Two women wearing masks sit at a desk. One points at a magnified document on a large screen. Behind them is a Lions International banner. Papers and a magnifier are on the desk.

Advanced Digital Magnifiers Mean More Independence for Those with Low Vision ›

Lions Low Vision Center of Fairfield & New Haven Counties offers more options for adaptive and assistive devices free of charge, improving quality of life.

A black-and-white vintage photo of a woman standing and wearing a luxurious fur coat with a high collar, one hand on her hip and the other resting on a block, posing confidently against a plain background.

Jewish Historical Society of Greater New Haven Connects the Present with the Past ›

05.31.2022

Archives attract interest from around the world.

Five smiling adults pose in front of colorful murals, holding up smartphones displaying QR codes. Three stand behind two seated individuals. The background features vibrant, artistic scenes.

Connecticut Radio Information System (CRIS) “Makes Words Come Alive” for the Visually Impaired ›

05.25.2022

For 43 years, CRIS Radio has been broadcasting print information, providing a crucial connection to the outside world for individuals who are blind or print-challenged.

Three people sit around a table playing chess. Two are intently focused on the chessboard, while the third observes nearby. Papers and chairs are visible in the background.

West Hills Community Brings Back the Shack ›

05.16.2022

Once abandoned, a community center springs to life through the work of neighborhood volunteers.

A group of ten people, both men and women, stand together indoors smiling at the camera. They are dressed in business casual attire, with a colorful mural and office decor in the background.

Emerging Leaders of Color: Hear From Past Program Participants ›

05.12.2022

Participants share reflections on the two-year nonprofit leadership training program.

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