The Linford & Mildred White Charitable Fund, managed by the Connecticut office of Bank of America Private Bank, was established in 1956. Its mission is to support and promote quality educational, human services, and healthcare programming specifically targeted at underserved populations. The primary geographic focus of the fund is the city of Waterbury, Connecticut, and its surrounding communities. The fund reflects the philanthropic intentions of its founders, Linford and Mildred White, emphasizing localized charitable impact in critical areas such as education, health, and human services.
This fund specifically supports organizations whose work benefits residents within Waterbury and nearby communities. Eligible grant-seeking organizations must demonstrate that their programs serve these geographical areas. Applications for capital projects are explicitly ineligible for funding consideration. The fund is committed to supporting one-year projects, and organizations may only receive funding for a maximum of three consecutive years.
The next application deadline for this grant opportunity is June 15. Organizations can expect to receive notification regarding their proposals approximately two to three months after the submission deadline. All applicants are encouraged to submit their proposals through the designated online system, with further instructions available in the Application and Procedures documents linked on the fund’s webpage. There are no specified pre-application deadlines or Q&A opportunities mentioned, and applications are not accepted on a rolling basis.
For assistance or further inquiries regarding the application process, applicants are directed to contact the Connecticut grantmaking office at ct.grantmaking@bofa.com. Correspondence should clearly indicate the foundation name in the subject line to ensure proper handling.
This grant opportunity is facilitated through Bank of America's Institutional Investments & Philanthropic Solutions division, reflecting its broader commitment to supporting community development and charitable initiatives via private banking channels. Additional contact details and application procedures are accessible through downloadable PDF and Word documents from the fund's webpage.
