The Community Foundation is Greater New Haven's hub for philanthropy, bringing together ideas and resources to meet the needs of the present and create a future of more opportunity.

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Fund holders at The Community Foundation: Kate and Robert Bradley; Anaika and William Ocasio; and Karen Bellamy. Credit: Contributed

Giving now and forever

Personalized Giving

We know Greater New Haven and we know philanthropy. Our 95 + years of experience puts us in a unique position to offer you exceptional philanthropic service that maximizes your vision for charitable impact now and forever.

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Your Giving Your Way

Donor Advised Funds

We can help you centralize and simplify your charitable giving with personalized solutions including donor advised funds. By working with The Foundation, you can increase the positive impact you want to make and maximize your charitable tax deductions.

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The Community Foundation’s Vineyard Project sponsored an exhibit and community conversation about New Haven Civil Rights icon Constance Baker Motley. Credit: Angel Starr

CFGNH Funds and Programs

Opportunity + Equity

Opportunity + Equity is bringing the community together to make the lasting changes needed to ensure that everyone is included in the region’s growth and prosperity. In addition to setting up personal named funds to support this strategy, donors, co-investors and local leaders are also giving through funds and programs of The Community Foundation.

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Dr. Lorraine Siggins started going to Christ Church in the 1960s, shortly after moving to New Haven from Australia for her medical residency at Yale. In 2022, she established a permanent fund to support the church that has meant so much to her and the broader community. Credit: Contributed

Estate and Legacy Planning

There are many ways to incorporate charitable giving into your estate planning. We have the expertise to help you choose the right approach to supporting the causes you care about.

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Download our Bequest Guide

Are you a professional advisor? Add value to your practice with charitable giving solutions.

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Anaika and William Ocasio created a fund to help young people have careers in the skilled trades. Credit: Chiké Photography

Giving Stories

Every fund has a story. Learn more about the people behind the funds at The Foundation and their motivations for giving.

Donor Stories

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Giving Guidelines

Learn about the various ways to give along with important policies and benefits associated with establishing and maintaining a charitable fund.

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Non-Cash Assets

Giving restricted stock, real estate and other non-cash assets can maximize your charitable impact. We have the experience to handle unique and complex giving arrangements.

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