Quality of Life in Connecticut

The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain awards grants to improve the quality of life in Berlin, New Britain, Plainville and Southington. Donor Name: Community Foundation of Greater New Britain State: Connecticut County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/01/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Type of Investments The Community Foundation of Greater New Britain makes two types of investments from unrestricted and field of interest funds: Improving Lives and Conditions: They  invest in programs and services that improve the quality of life and promote equity for the citizens of Berlin, New Britain, Plainville and Southington. Investing in Organizations: They invest in organizations to deliver valuable services to the community more effectively or that strengthen the ability of an organization to achieve its mission. This type of proposal might include, but is not limited to: Staff development – training and professional development that helps staff to deliver services more effectively. Strategic, fundraising or other plans and direction-setting – They support both planning and implementation of plans. Technology and equipment – The purchase of equipment or technology upgrades will be considered, but only as a component of a comprehensive program to move to a needed level of organizational effectiveness and efficiency. Community Response Grants The Foundation invests in organizations with Community Response grants across a broad range of fields including arts, culture & heritage, community and economic development, education, and health and human services. Collaborations and cooperation among local organizations for the betterment of the region are encouraged. Interest areas for Community Response grants are outlined below: Arts, Culture & Heritage Community and Economic Development Education Health and Human Services Funding Information Typically, grants range between $5,000 and $25,000 per year. In general, Foundation grants are one year in duration; multi-year grants may be considered. Eligibility Criteria They make grants to non-profit organizations that have tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the IRS Code or that are a qualified entity eligible to receive grants from community foundations under the IRS Code. They will consider funding a grassroots group, if it has a governing body and a fiscal agent with the appropriate tax status. For more information, visit CFGNB.