Grantseeker Information
All organizations seeking funding from The Community Foundation in 2026 are highly encouraged to join the Grantseeker Webinar which will be presented on January 15, 2026 to learn about the 2026 grant program offerings and processes, capacity building workshops and more. A recording of the webinar will be posted here for viewing after January 15, 2026.
2026 Grant Schedule
| Grant Process | Purpose | Application Available | Application Deadline |
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| Valley Sponsorships | For events hosted by nonprofit organizations or groups located in or serving Ansonia, Derby, Oxford, Seymour and/or Shelton. Sponsorships may not exceed $2,500. | Jan. 5, 2026 | Rolling |
| Valley Community Grants | Civic engagement grants to community groups and organizations; grants range from $250 to $2,500. | Jan. 5, 2026 | Mar. 13, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. |
| Valley Needs and Opportunities Grants | Grants for innovative programs and emergency needs; grants range from $250 to $10,000. | Jan. 5, 2026 | Rolling |
| Nonprofit Animal Shelter Grants | Flexible funding for any nonprofit animal shelter serving Greater New Haven. | Jan. 5, 2026 | Rolling |
| Consultant Support Program | Short-term consultancy for organizations building capacity in Governance, Fundraising, HR and Planning | Ongoing | Rolling |
| Multi-Year Core Support | Core Support (general operating support) is for organizations based in and serving Greater New Haven and/or the Valley; organizations must have had active programming for 3 years and a budget last fiscal year of >$250,000. | Jan. 05, 2026 | Mar. 2, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
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| Multi-Year Regional Civic Health Program Grants | Program support is for organizations based outside Greater New Haven and/or the Valley with a mission dedicated to advocacy, civic engagement, community organizing and journalism. Organizations must have had active programming for 2 years and a budget last fiscal year of >$250,000. . | Jan. 05, 2026 | Mar. 2, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
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| Community Fund for Women & Girls | Pathways for Women and Girls | Feb. 23, 2026 | Mar. 23, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. |
| Basic Needs Fund | For basic materials needs support. | Sep. 01, 2026 | Sep. 30, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. |
| Scholarships | Scholarships | Varies | Contact the School Guidance Counselor |
