United Way of Western Connecticut Awards Stamford Y $36K Grant
Release Date:
09/08/2017
... after school program. United Way of Western Connecticut Awards Stamford Y $36K Grant ...
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Prime Time House Uses Grants for New Mini-van
Release Date:
09/11/2017
TORRINGTON, CT -- The Litchfield-based Seherr-Thoss Foundation provided a $9,000 matching grant to Prime Time House for a new minivan. The grant was matched by the Edward W. Diskavich Fund and the Pierpont Chapter #49 Order of Eastern Star Fund of the Northwest Connecticut Community Foundation awarding an additional $9,000 towards this purchase. This van will provide transportation for more than 300 members who use various programs at the Torrington campus.
Meriden Teacher Awarded $15K Grant for Student-centered Learning
Release Date:
09/12/2017
MERIDEN, CT -- Platt High School English teacher Kelly Roman will be using a $15,000 grant from the Nellie Mae Education Foundation to hold a series of workshops with local businesses and community organizations on student-centered learning. Roman is one of a dozen New England educators to receive the Lawrence W. O’Toole Leadership Award.
Only Five Days Left to Nominate Hometown Heroes and Emerging Heroes
Release Date:
09/11/2017
4th Annual Hometown Heroes Benefit Dinner set for December 2, 2017 DANBURY, CT -- There are only five days left to submit ... of others. A Hometown Hero is distinguished through their philanthropy and volunteerism. The new Emerging Hero Awards ...
Bank of America Announces Hurricane Irma Relief Efforts
Release Date:
09/11/2017
CHARLOTTE, NC -- Bank of America today announced that it is directing $1 million in funding from the Bank of America Charitable Foundation to aid the victims of Hurricane Irma, including $250,000 to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund, with the remainder to be allocated when an assessment is completed regarding specific recovery needs.
Hartford Foundation Approves $833,000 Grant for Hartford’s Six Brighter Futures Family Centers
Release Date:
09/11/2017
... help ensure that Brighter Futures Family Centers have the resources they need to enhance opportunities for all Hartford ... variety of services and supports including health care, resources for family daycare providers, and basic human needs ... supportive environment where families have access to the resources and services they need to learn, grow, and ...
Grant Supports Prevention Program for Wolcott Youth
Release Date:
09/07/2017
... and self-confidence. STAR will run twice during the 2017-2018 school year, once in the fall and once in the ...
Perrin Family Foundation Statement on the Repeal of DACA
Release Date:
09/07/2017
... from United We Dream with your grantees and tap into the resources available through Grantmakers Concerned with ...
Westport Library Gets $35K Grant From Newman's Own Foundation
Release Date:
09/06/2017
WESTPORT, CT -- The Westport Library announced it has been awarded a $35,000 grant from Newman’s Own Foundation for major renovations at the Library, including the organization’s long-awaited Transformation Project. Newman’s Own Foundation made the award to celebrate 35 years since Paul Newman began the food company bearing his name.
Hurricane Harvey Response
From United Philanthropy Forum: Areas in Texas between Corpus Christi and ... NOLA Pay It Forward Fund: Hurricane Harvey will provide resources for the early relief and rebuilding efforts of ... The Texas Tribune has compiled a comprehensive list of resources on how to help with Hurricane Harvey relief and ...
Year-End Critical Needs Grants Now Available
Release Date:
09/05/2017
... Grants” Applications are due by Friday, October 13, 2017. Grants will be awarded in December 2017. *Barkhamsted, Bethlehem, Canaan (Falls Village), ...
Newman’s Own Celebrates 35 Years of Giving
Release Date:
08/23/2017
... There are four primary focus areas for giving: encouraging philanthropy, children with life-limiting conditions, empowerment, and nutrition. The impact of this philanthropy is best summarized with just a few examples from ...
Newman’s Own Foundation Selects Carver to Receive 35th Anniversary $35,000 Grant
Release Date:
09/04/2017
NORWALK, CT -- The Carver Foundation of Norwalk has been awarded a $35,000 grant from Newman’s Own Foundation, the independent foundation created by the late actor and philanthropist, Paul Newman. Newman’s Own Foundation made the award to celebrate 35 years since Paul Newman began the food company bearing his name.
Hartford Food System Receives $109,500 General Operating Support Grant from Hartford Foundation
Release Date:
09/05/2017
Three-year grant to support the implementation of key objectives of organization’s new strategic plan
Bristol Summer Work Experience Program Fills Vital Need
Release Date:
09/05/2017
BRISTOL, CT -- Despite the elimniation of the State Summer Youth Employment Program positions in Bristol, 30 Bristol high school students were given the opportunity to work a meaningful job within their community while developing the skills and personal qualities necessary for success in the workforce. The Walsh Summer Work Experience Program (WSWEP) was funded with a grant from the Tim and Mary Walsh Charitable Fund at Main Street Community Foundation and coordinated by the United Way of West Central Connecticut.
A Convening to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of New Haven Healthy Start THEN, NOW & BEYOND
Release Date:
08/31/2017
... full convening agenda here . WHEN: Thursday, September 7, 2017, 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 ...
Fairfield County’s Community Foundation Announces New CFO Appointment
Release Date:
08/28/2017
... Fairfield County’s Community Foundation promotes philanthropy as a means to create change in Fairfield County, ...
Information Session for Lower CT River Valley Environmental Grants - September 13
Release Date:
08/29/2017
... Connecticut River Valley to apply for grants through the annual Competitive Grant Program. The Foundation seeks to ... to increase public knowledge of and respect for natural resources. Projects that demonstrate new and imaginative ways ...
Member eBrief - September 2017
Release Date:
09/07/2017
The power of good work . . . CCP updates >> The power of good networks . . . CCP program ... Jobs in Philanthropy >> The power of good ideas . . . New resources >> Trends and perspectives >> ... signatory. Read the NASCO letter >> Resources: CCP's April 2017 letter delivered to political leaders in Congress and ...
Aetna Offers Assistance to Members Affected by Hurricane Harvey in Texas and Louisiana
Release Date:
08/27/2017
HARTFORD, CT -- Aetna (NYSE: AET ) is offering resources to members who have been affected by Hurricane ... ensure members have access to care. Aetna has opened its Resources for Living services to the community regardless of ... impact of this event or for assistance with finding resources such as available shelters, government resources ...