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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Guilford Art Center: Post-Pandemic Resurgence Driving Demand, Support for Arts ›

12.28.2023

Artistic pursuits are becoming increasingly popular in the post-pandemic world and the Guilford Art Center is responding with more opportunities for local residents to be creative.

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Back on a Successful Road ›

12.22.2023

Community Action Agency of New Haven is one of 10 Greater New Haven Nonprofits to Receive a 2023 Pathways to Economic Security Grant From the Community Fund for Women & Girls.

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Economic Advancement, Collaboration, Leadership ›

12.21.2023

Working in partnership with donors and nonprofits, the Community Fund for Women & Girls provides gender-based grant support for programs focused on economic advancement and collaboration.

A group of people stand and smile behind tables filled with bread, produce, and groceries outside a brick building. A sign says Welcome to Astville Manor. Some people hold food items or pose with peace signs.

Feeding the Hungry While Reducing Food Waste ›

12.20.2023

Haven’s Harvest addresses food insecurity in Greater New Haven.

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NAACP Million Jobs Campaign ›

12.20.2023

The Connecticut NAACP is bringing job training in healthcare to formerly incarcerated individuals through local partnerships with a 76% retention rate.

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Nonprofit Executive Leaders Institute: Testimonials ›

10.24.2023

Hear what past participants have to say about this special program for Nonprofit Executive Directors.

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Progreso Latino Fund Grants Expand Access to Mental Health Services ›

08.29.2023

Awards fund programs at Gateway Community College, Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center and Spanish Community of Wallingford.

A man in a suit and a woman holding a toddler stand next to a young girl and a sign reading Wellness and Lactation Room with a phone number for access in a brightly lit indoor space.

New Haven Healthy Start and Partners Celebrate Lactation Room at Union Station ›

08.04.2023

New Haven Breast/Chestfeeding Task Force Raises Awareness to Support the Health of Mothers and Babies

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Building Meaningful Lives at Fellowship Place ›

06.09.2023

Fellowship Place provides a constructive environment for adults with mental illnesses who would otherwise be at risk of getting arrested or becoming sick enough to wind up in the emergency room.

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A Place Where All Kids Can Play, Regardless of Differences ›

A new, more inclusive playground at ACES Village School will enable all students, including those with visual impairments, to play with their friends.

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