The Foundation Prioritizes Civic Health

Supports Civic Participation, Education, Resident Leadership 

October 30, 2025
Five people stand indoors at a podium with the Connecticut Secretary of State seal; one woman speaks while others listen, holding papers, in front of a blue backdrop and large windows.
On October 27, 2025, The Foundation joined with Connecticut Secretary of State Stephanie Thomas to celebrate National Civics Day. Katie Pellico Photo

Strengthening the civic health of Greater New Haven is central to The Foundation’s strategy to advance opportunity and equity. 

“Philanthropy is strongest when it strengthens the civic fabric of a community, connecting people to one another, building understanding and empowering residents to shape the future of  the place they call home,” says President & CEO Karen DuBois-Walton. 

The Foundation’s funding for civic health includes grants for local journalism, social health data research, civics education and cultural activities. As a convener, The Foundation is deepening its commitment to bring people together to become engaged, learn and take action.

Learn more about The Civic Engagement and Awareness Fund, created to ensure the long-term support of civic health.

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On National Civics Day, October 27, 2025, The Community Foundation hosted an announcement with Connecticut Secretary of State Stephanie Thomas to unveil "The Power of Civics," a new online learning tool and initiative. Read more

Four pages of a community newsletter titled “CONNECTIONS” are spread out. The pages feature articles, photos of people at events, and colorful section headers on topics like opportunity, equity, leadership, and health.

This story is part of The Community Foundation newsletter, Connections - No. 3, 2025.