Gillian Ofori-Ntiamoah, is part of BioPath, a program connecting New Haven area students with professionals in bioscience. Credit: Todd Ryder

Strategic investments, funds and programs

Advancing Opportunity and Equity

Opportunity + Equity is our strategy for bringing the community together to make the lasting changes needed to ensure that everyone is included in the region’s growth and prosperity. The following funds, programs and donor partnership opportunities are advancing this shared vision. Learn more about the work and join us!

Learn what the data tells us about how people are doing in our region and the opportunities for positive change.

Ensuring basic material needs

Basic Needs Fund

The Basic Needs Fund was established to help ensure that all Greater New Haven area residents have the basic material needs of daily life.

Advancing Racial Equity

Black Futures Fund

The Black Futures Fund is advancing racial equity and tackling the structures that contribute to racial disparities.

Advancing Gender Equity

Community Fund for Women & Girls

The Community Fund for Women & Girls promotes the social and economic advancement of women and girls.

Collective Impact

Connecticut Urban Opportunity Collaborative

Three Community Foundations in Connecticut are working to direct resources toward opportunity and mobility in our urban areas.

Expanding Opportunity

Education and Career Pathways

Making access to education and career opportunities equitable is a strategic focus of The Foundation.

Capital and Resources for Entrepreneurs

Mission Investing

The Community Foundation Mission Investments Company (TCFMIC) is creating an equitable ecosystem for Greater New Haven entrepreneurs.

Supporting Local Leaders

Neighborhood Leadership Program

The Neighborhood Leadership Program supports leaders making a difference in their neighborhoods.

Improving Child and Maternal Health

New Haven Healthy Start

New Haven Healthy Start works to eliminate racial disparities in birth outcomes.

A Permanent Resource for the Latino Community

Progreso Latino Fund

The Progreso Latino Fund makes a positive impact on the most important issues facing Latinos today.

Elevating Black Excellence

The Vineyard Project for Black Futures

The Vineyard Project for Black Futures in New Haven is recognizing and amplifying the vibrant Black history and culture of our local community.