Stories
Like a Starfish, Local Scholar Heals Herself—And Others
On an ordinary autumn afternoon in 2018, Litchfield High School then-sophomore Allison Davenport had no idea she was about to experience the biggest challenge she had ever faced. Stepping [...]
Culinary Training Program Will Change Lives and Provide Second Chances
Left image: Chef Phil (staff) serving soup at the St. Vincent DePaul Mission soup kitchen. Three right images: Various community volunteers serving food. This Waterbury location has a commercial [...]
In December, the Foundation Awarded $623,954 in Grants Including Funds for Workforce Readiness, Vision Care for Children and Much More
WATERBURY—In December, Connecticut Community Foundation awarded $623,954 in grants to 62 nonprofit organizations serving residents of Greater Waterbury and the Litchfield Hills. The funds will bring vital programs and [...]
Susan B. Anthony is Helping Domestic Violence Victims in Uncertain Times
Candlelight Vigil for a victim of domestic violence – via Susan B. Anthony Project Susan B. Anthony is Helping Domestic Violence Victims in Uncertain Times As Domestic [...]
Cheshire’s Darcey School Shines With Its Circle of Security Program
Donna Notti and Kim Dessert. Cheshire's Darcey School Shines in its Circle of Security Program Parenting can be the most rewarding chapter in a person’s life. Every parent can remember [...]
Part 5: All Together Now
As we wrap up our five-part series showcasing Connecticut Community Foundation's strategic direction, it's only fitting that we turn the equity lens on the Foundation itself. In 2019, to inform [...]
Four Community Leaders Join Connecticut Community Foundation’s Board of Trustees
Saran White, Avery Gaddis, Jean Solomon. Not pictured: Tomas Olivo. Photo courtesy of Jake Koteen. Four Community Leaders Join Connecticut Community Foundation's Board of Trustees Connecticut Community Foundation’s members have [...]
Women’s Giving Circle Helps Women and Girls Thrive
With a Focus on Equity, Women’s Giving Circle Helps Women and Girls Thrive The Women's Giving Circle--which includes 60 women who are motivated to advance women and girls in Greater [...]
Connecticut Community Foundation Scholarships Pave a Successful Path for Local Students
College will be more affordable for nearly 400 students residing in Greater Waterbury and the Litchfield Hills thanks to scholarships awarded by Connecticut Community Foundation for the 2021-22 academic year. [...]
The 3rd Year Anniversary of a Watertown Man’s Legacy Continues to Positively Impact the Community
John “Jack” Staver of Watertown, passed away at the age of 80 in January 2018, and bequeathed more than $5 million to establish a permanent charitable fund at Connecticut [...]
Technology Keeps Connections with Family & Children’s Aid
Gabrielle Simonetti, a therapist at Family & Children’s Aid, taking part in an online therapy session. A technology grant from the Foundation helped Family & Children’s Aid stay [...]
2021 Persbacker Family Scholarships Awarded
The Persbacker Family Fund at Connecticut Community Foundation has awarded college scholarships of $4,000 each to five Bridgewater residents for the 2021-22 academic year. The Persbacker Family Fund is among [...]
Everyday Heroes Turn an Emergency Food Program into an Opportunity for Change
Since 1983, Naugatuck Valley Project (NVP) has pursued social justice through campaigns initiated, organized, and led by low-income communities, working families, immigrants, and people of color. The group—which counts [...]
Over $700,000 in New Grants from Connecticut Community Foundation in April 2021
Over $700,000 in New Grants from Connecticut Community Foundation Include Funds to Improve Health Outcomes, Expand Opportunities for Refugees and Immigrants, Support Youth Leadership Programs, and Help Arts Programs [...]
Philanthropy’s Future Today: Inspiring young people to become impactful philanthropists in their community.
Among the many myths about the Millennial generation is that they are less engaged than their Baby Boomer and Generation X predecessors. In the world of [...]