Elizabeth Carse Foundation Grant

The Elizabeth Carse Foundation, managed by Bank of America's Philanthropic Solutions division, was established in 1970 to support education and child welfare in Connecticut. With more than five decades of philanthropic service, the foundation continues to honor its mission by concentrating its efforts on programs that uplift children and improve educational outcomes within the state. The foundation primarily supports projects in the areas of education and human services. A distinctive emphasis is placed on training programs for elementary and secondary school teachers that help children attain improved living standards. This reflects a commitment not only to immediate educational needs but also to the broader goal of long-term social mobility and well-being for Connecticut's youth. However, funding is not provided for general operating support or capital projects, underscoring a preference for programmatic and service-based initiatives that directly align with the foundation’s core objectives. Grants from the Elizabeth Carse Foundation are awarded for a single year, and an organization cannot receive funding for more than three consecutive years. This policy ensures that the foundation can distribute resources equitably across eligible applicants while avoiding long-term funding dependencies. All grants are non-renewable within a funding cycle, and repeat funding requires submission of new applications in subsequent cycles, subject to the three-year cap. The application process is coordinated through the Connecticut office of Bank of America. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by the annual deadline of August 1. The foundation follows a straightforward review timeline, with award notifications sent by letter within two to three months of the submission deadline. While application materials such as procedure documents and online help guides are accessible in both PDF and Microsoft Word formats, all applicants are strongly encouraged to contact the Bank of America grantmaking team at ct.grantmaking@bofa.com for guidance. It is important to include the name of the foundation in the subject line when reaching out via email. The foundation does not impose geographic restrictions beyond the state of Connecticut, and there are no explicitly stated organizational restrictions. Eligibility is implied to favor nonprofit organizations working in education and child welfare, particularly those with direct service to schools or children. Detailed contact information for the foundation can be found within the procedural documents linked on the Bank of America website. With a recurring annual cycle and a firm submission date, the Elizabeth Carse Foundation provides a reliable opportunity for Connecticut-based organizations seeking funding in education and human services. This consistent timeline allows applicants to plan and prepare their proposals accordingly, especially those returning for a second or third year of potential funding within the three-year limit.