Our College Scholarships
Over the years, our big-hearted donors have recognized the importance of a college education in helping residents of our region succeed in life. More than 130 donors have created funds that make it possible each year for Connecticut Community Foundation to award college scholarships to hundreds of students.
We are now among the largest college scholarship providers to students in Greater Waterbury and the Litchfield Hills.
View the categories of scholarships provided by the Foundation and learn how to apply.
Read stories of our past scholarship recipients
Over $1 Million in Scholarships Granted by Connecticut Community Foundation
Isabella Mota scholarship recipient from Waterbury. Connecticut Community Foundation continues its decades-long tradition of turning academic dreams into reality by awarding approximately $1.1 million in scholarships for the 2024-25 academic year. More than 400 [...]
The Foundation Invests Over $1 Million in Scholarships for Local Students
For more than three decades, Connecticut Community Foundation has helped make the dreams of local scholars a reality, and this year is no exception. For the 2023-24 academic year, the Foundation is awarding $1.1 million [...]
Seven Bridgewater Students Awarded $4,000 Scholarships from Persbacker Family Fund
The Persbacker Family Fund at Connecticut Community Foundation proudly announces the recipients of its prestigious college scholarships for the 2023-24 academic year. Seven outstanding Bridgewater students have each been selected to receive $4,000 scholarships [...]