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 large, elegant stone building with multiple windows, a dome on the roof, and landscaped grounds, pictured under a clear blue sky during daylight.

Blackstone Library Renovation Expands Access ›

01.21.2022

Bigger Space Helps Distancing During COVID

A woman wearing a black mask holds a baby wrapped in a blanket while standing next to a vehicle with a large poster of a childs face and logos for New Haven Healthy Start and Yale School of Medicine.

NHHS Partners With Mobile Medical Unit ›

12.14.2021

Ensures Steady Care for Maternal Health Services

A medical professional in surgical attire performs a procedure in a hospital room, watching a large monitor displaying a black-and-white medical scan or X-ray image.

Women’s Health Research at Yale Advances Equity in Medicine ›

12.10.2021

Women’s Health Research at Yale is changing science to address the health needs of women and improve outcomes for everyone. Recent work funded by The Community Foundation is developing heart disease treatment that accurately responds to the biology and experiences of women.

Two people stand outside under a blue Shubert Theatre tent with shopping carts full of groceries for a food drive. Signs on the carts read Food Drive - donate food here. The building entrance is in the background.

Shubert Serves Community During COVID Intermission ›

10.27.2021

Theater company adapts, survives and gives back.

A white hanging sign with the text W&fl Women & Family Life Center in black letters is displayed outside, in front of a white wood-paneled building.

Women Find Stability with Help from Women & Family Life Center ›

10.04.2021

For many women living one paycheck away from a financial crisis, the COVID-19 pandemic has been devastating. The Women and Family Life Center has offered a lifeline.

A group of people wearing masks stand on a dimly lit stage, some holding props and scripts, preparing for a performance or rehearsal in front of a large white screen.

Teens Seek Healing Through Shakespeare ›

08.02.2021

Working with Elm Shakespeare Company, local teens with Ice the Beef confront real traumas while producing an original live version of Romeo and Juliet.

A person rides a bike past a modern two-story building with red siding and large windows. Another person stands on the sidewalk near a parking lot. Leafless trees and city buildings are in the background.

Youth Continuum Works to End Youth Homelessness ›

06.25.2021

The area's lead agency for at-risk and homeless youth plans to open a new shelter in 2022.

A group of young adults and two adults, all wearing red shirts and life jackets, pose together near a waterfront with yellow paddles, boats, and calm water in the background.

ARTE Engages Youth Throughout Pandemic ›

06.02.2021

The educational enrichment nonprofit that focusses on local Latino youth moved its Saturday Academy online, and saw a huge success.

A person wearing a blue surgical mask and glasses takes a selfie in a hospital waiting area, while another person in a hat, sunglasses, and gloves sits in the background. Signs and seats are visible.

Connecticut Veterans Legal Center Fights for Those Who Served ›

05.24.2021

Legal advocates challenge disparities caused by the military's treatment of veterans.

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PLF Supports LatinX Youth ›

04.28.2021

LatinX programming for LGBTQ youth and college scholarships receive funding awards.

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