Basic Human Needs Emergency Assistance Grant

The Basic Human Needs Emergency Assistance Grants, administered by the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving, provide funding to nonprofit organizations offering emergency services and assistance for vulnerable residents in Greater Hartford, Connecticut. The grants support projects that address food security, emergency financial aid, personal care items, clothing needs, medical aid, case management, and other critical basic needs. Eligible organizations can apply for grants ranging from $1,000 to $20,000 for individual projects, while collaborative projects that involve multiple organizations or multiple service sites may receive up to $30,000. The program operates on a biannual cycle, with deadlines on April 15, 2025 (Round 1) and August 26, 2025 (Round 2). Award decisions for Round 1 will be announced by late July, and for Round 2 by late November. Organizations can only receive one grant per year, meaning applicants awarded in Round 1 cannot apply again in Round 2. Nonprofits that receive core or project-specific support from the Foundation are not eligible for this opportunity (except for fiscal sponsors). Additionally, organizations that have received funding for three consecutive years must take a one-year break before applying again, unless they focus on food security. Priority is given to projects serving low-income communities and areas where the percentage of Asset-Limited, Income-Constrained, and Employed (ALICE) households is at or above the state average. A rubric is available to help applicants understand the evaluation criteria. Successful applicants must submit a final report detailing: The number of people served and items distributed Observations on the impact of the services provided Emerging trends in community needs For assistance, applicants can contact Grants Administration at [email protected] or Susan Hills, Community Impact Manager, at [email protected] (860-339-3565). The online application is available on the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving website.