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Connecticut grants for Small businesses

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Environmental Grants
$50,000
Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 31, 2024

This funding opportunity supports organizations in Eastern Connecticut that work to protect the environment, promote community well-being, and engage youth, particularly from underserved backgrounds, in environmental stewardship and education.

Environment
Nonprofits
Composting for Community Mini-Grant Program
$10,000
Institute for Local Self-Reliance
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 1, 2025

This program provides funding and training to community organizations in historically underserved areas of New England and New York City to support local composting initiatives that promote environmental sustainability and community resilience.

Environment
Nonprofits
Black History Makers Business Grant Program
$5,000
Citi Trends
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 11, 2025

This grant provides financial support to Black entrepreneurs who are positively impacting their communities, helping them grow and sustain their businesses.

Business and Commerce
County governments
Resilient Food System Program Infrastructure Grant
$250,000
Connecticut Department of Agriculture
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 21, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Connecticut-based organizations and businesses for developing infrastructure that strengthens the local food supply chain, focusing on enhancing the processing, storage, and distribution of regionally produced food products.

Food and Nutrition
Small businesses
Thriving Families Grant
$30,000
United Way of Greater New Haven
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 11, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to organizations that help underserved job seekers in Greater New Haven overcome barriers to employment and achieve sustainable careers.

Workforce Development
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Canton Greater Together Community Fund
$6,500
Hartford Foundation for Public Giving
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 20, 2025

This initiative provides $100,000 to support nonprofit organizations and individuals in Canton, helping them address local community needs and promote civic engagement.

Youth
City or township governments
Saunders Fund for the Sick and Infirm of Naugatuck
Contact for amount
Connecticut Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 5, 2025

This grant provides financial support for initiatives that improve the physical and mental health of residents in Naugatuck, Connecticut, by promoting access to quality healthcare and addressing public health challenges through community collaboration.

Health
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Bodenwein Public Benevolent Foundation Grant Program
$60,000
Bodenwein Public Benevolent Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 13, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support for educational, cultural, human services, and healthcare programs aimed at helping underserved communities in Greater New London County.

Arts
Nonprofits
Granby Greater Together Community Fund
$25,000
Hartford Foundation for Public Giving
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 20, 2025

This initiative provides funding to individuals and organizations in Granby, Connecticut, to empower the community in addressing local needs through collaborative projects that promote civic engagement and inclusivity.

Community Development
City or township governments
Willimantic Basic Needs Fund Grants
$8,000
Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 31, 2024

This funding opportunity supports programs that help Windham residents achieve self-sufficiency by improving economic security, access to nutritious food, and reducing homelessness.

Energy
Nonprofits
Accelerate: A WBDC Grant Program
$25,000
Women’s Business Development Council
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 7, 2025

This program provides financial support of up to $25,000 to women-owned small businesses in Connecticut that have previously received WBDC funding and are seeking to expand their operations through targeted investments.

Women & Girl Services
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Business Builder Subawards for Farm and Food Businesses
$100,000
Northeast Regional Food Business Center
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 25, 2025

This program provides funding to small- and mid-sized farm and food businesses in the Northeast to enhance their operations, expand markets, and improve post-harvest activities.

Community Development
State governments
Dairy Food Safety & Certification Grant
$75,000
Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center (NE-DBIC)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 11, 2025

This funding opportunity supports established dairy farmers, processors, brands, and producer associations in the Northeast to improve food safety, obtain certifications, and enhance market access through various projects.

Food and Nutrition
Nonprofits
Dairy Processor Modernization Grant Program
$250,000
Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center (NE-DBIC)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 1, 2025

This program provides funding to dairy processors in the Northeast to modernize their operations by acquiring specialized equipment that improves efficiency, product quality, and sustainability.

Agriculture
Small businesses
Avon Greater Together Community Fund
$250,000
Hartford Foundation for Public Giving
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 20, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit projects that enhance civic participation and community engagement for residents of Avon, aiming to create a more inclusive and equitable town.

Health
City or township governments
Title V Competitive Sexual Risk Avoidance Education
$450,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (Administration for Children ; Families - ACYF/FYSB)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 7, 2025

This grant provides funding to local organizations in underserved states and territories to implement educational programs that encourage youth aged 10 to 19 to avoid non-marital sexual activity and promote healthy life choices.

Youth
Nonprofits