THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR GREATER NEW HAVEN
New Haven, CT, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
06-6032106
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DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder

New Haven, CT, US
•
501(c)3
•
EIN
06-6032106
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•
DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
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The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Connecticut, with additional support in New York and California. This foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in securing funding can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE MISSION OF THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION IS TO CREATE POSITIVE AND SUSTAINABLE CHANGE IN CONNECTICUT'S GREATER NEW HAVEN REGION BY INCREASING THE AMOUNT OF AND ENHANCING THE IMPACT OF COMMUNITY PHILANTHROPY.
Cause Areas
2
Philanthropy
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

NORTHWEST CONNECTICUT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC
$43.7M
13%

THE CONNECTICUT PLAYERS FOUNDATION INC D/B/A LONG WHARF THEATRE
$4.8M
1%

NEW HAVEN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA INC
$3.7M
1%
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Total No. of Grants
505
Median 1st year grant
$20K
Median 2nd year grant
$20K
Top 3 Grants
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR GREATER NEW HAVEN?
No. THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR GREATER NEW HAVEN does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR GREATER NEW HAVEN give?
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR GREATER NEW HAVEN primarily gives to organizations located in Connecticut, New York, and California. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR GREATER NEW HAVEN’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR GREATER NEW HAVEN fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $20 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR GREATER NEW HAVEN make each year?
In 2024, THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR GREATER NEW HAVEN awarded about 510 grants, totaling nearly $23.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR GREATER NEW HAVEN fund recently?
In 2024, THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR GREATER NEW HAVEN awarded grants to about 540 grantees. Recent grantees include NORTHWEST CONNECTICUT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC, THE CONNECTICUT PLAYERS FOUNDATION INC D/B/A LONG WHARF THEATRE, and NEW HAVEN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR GREATER NEW HAVEN?
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR GREATER NEW HAVEN does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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