COVID-19 RESPONSE AND RECOVERY FUND
Valley nonprofits on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic are eligible to apply for funding. Apply now.
Questions? Email Valerie Knight-DiGangi
Impacting the Valley
One of the most effective ways the Valley Community Foundation (VCF) impacts the Valley is through grant distribution to qualified organizations from unrestricted, preference or field of interest, Donor Advised, and designated funds that carry out donor charitable intentions, respond to needs, and anticipate community opportunities. Learn more ยป
Responsive Grants
The following webinar shares information about the responsive grant processes atThe Community Foundation for Greater New Haven and the Valley Community Foundation.
Below is a list of the competitive grant opportunities at VCF. Each grant process is unique and has specific requirements.
Valley Community Foundation Grant Processes
| Grant Process | Purpose | Deadline | Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Sponsorships | Events | Rolling | Online |
| Valley Community Grants | Civic engagement grants to community groups and organizations; grants range from $250 to $2,500. | 5:00 p.m. on March 6, 2020 | Online |
| Valley Needs and Opportunities Grants | Grants for innovative programs and emergency needs; grants range from $250 to $10,000. | Rolling | Online |
| Responsive Grants -General Operating -Capital Project |
Flexible funding for general operating, programmatic or capacity building needs. Grant awards $7,500 and above. |
5:00 p.m. on Feb. 27, 2020 | Closed |
| Responsive -Program -Capacity Building |
Program is for direct service programs; Capacity Building is for organizational infrastructure improvement. Grant awards up to $20,000. |
TBD | |
| Scholarships | Scholarships | Varies | Contact the school Guidance Counselor |
For more information, please contact Valerie Knight-DiGangi, Program Officer, at Valley Community Foundation.
