Logo for The Great Give event, featuring a colorful tree graphic. Text reads: The Great Give, May 6–7, 2026. A 36-hour, online-giving event to support local nonprofits.

Valley nonprofits and donors ready to rally for The Great Give 2026! »

08.12.2026

Created in 2010 by The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven (CFGNH), The Great Give has grown into one of the region’s most anticipated philanthropic events.

Storm Ambulance Corps

Storm Ambulance & Rescue Corps to Announce New Drone Unit »

08.12.2026

“The new drone unit will greatly enhance emergency response capabilities throughout the Lower Naugatuck Valley,” said Chief Thomas Lenart.

Logo for Valley Community Foundation on a blue background, featuring white text and a stylized winding river or path in a rectangular gradient graphic.

Valley Community Foundation Awards $350,000 in New Multi-Year Grants to Eight Area Nonprofits »

08.12.2026

Combined with past Multi-Year Grants $600,000 Awarded in Total in 2026

Logo with the words The Valley Celebrates Americas 250 Years, featuring large red numbers 250 and a blue ribbon with Years written on it. Text below reads, A Valley Community Foundation Initiative.

Valley Community Foundation Launches 25 for the Next 25 Campaign »

08.12.2026

Initiative to Increase Discretionary Funding for the Valley’s Future

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Valley Community Foundation Awards Micro-grants to Support Community Celebrations of USA’s 250th Birthday »

08.12.2026

"America's 250th anniversary is more than a celebration of our nation's past -- it's an opportunity to reflect on the people, places and ideals that continue to shape our communities," said Sharon Closius, VCF’s President and CEO.

A collage features people playing basketball, a woman cooking and smiling, a cat being petted, a diverse group of cheerful students, and a group of young people at an outdoor event; centered is The Great Give, May 6-7, 2026 event logo.

Valley Donors Help Drive Record-Breaking 2026 Great Give! »

08.12.2026

$4.6 Million Raised Overall -- More than $536,000 for Valley Nonprofits

Colorful graphic for The Great Give on May 6-7, 2026, announcing $4.8M+ raised for 546 nonprofits, with a thank you message and a tree made of colorful leaves.

Update: Greater New Haven Community Raises $4.82 Million Through The Great Give 2026 »

05.08.2026

Thousands of gifts support hundreds of local nonprofits

A scenic river view with a railroad bridge and green trees. Overlaid is a promo for The Great Give, a 36-hour online giving event on May 6–7, 2026, supporting local nonprofits.

Valley Nonprofits and Donors Ready to Rally for The Great Give 2026 »

04.28.2026

Nearly 60 organizations serving the Valley are gearing up for The Great Give on May 6–7.

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Valley Community Foundation Grants Boost Area Nonprofits and Programs »

08.21.2023

Latest round of grants include key funding for “Jaws of Life."

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